Tides of Annihilation Unveiled at Sony's State of Play 2025

During Sony’s State of Play 2025, a thrilling debut trailer unveiled Tides of Annihilation, a single-player, narrative-driven action adventure game developed by the newly established studio, Eclipse Glow Games. The game promises to blend "intense, breakneck combat, an immersive narrative, and an unforgettable setting," captivating players with its unique blend of action and storytelling.

Set in a modern-day London ravaged by mystical otherworldly forces, Tides of Annihilation puts you in the shoes of Gwendolyn, the last human survivor. As you traverse London’s iconic landmarks, you'll summon spectral Knights of the Round Table to aid you in combat against enemies inspired by the Arthurian mythos. The game also features epic battles against gigantic bosses that loom as large as skyscrapers, adding a thrilling scale to the gameplay.

Eclipse Glow Games, based in Chengdu, China, and backed by investment from Tencent, comprises over 100 developers with rich experience from renowned franchises such as Yakuza, For Honor, Assassin’s Creed, Persona, and Prince of Persia. Kun Fu, Lead Game Producer at Eclipse Glow Games, expressed immense pride in debuting Tides of Annihilation at Sony State of Play, calling it a "humbling accomplishment" for the team.

Fu also highlighted that this is just the beginning, stating, "We’ve created a world that reimagines Arthurian Legend where themes of courage, loyalty, and heroism intertwine with an epic story set in a strange-yet-familiar setting that will test the mettle of true gamers and push the genre forward."

Tides of Annihilation Screenshots

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Here’s the official blurb:

Tides of Annihilation is a single-player, narrative-driven title set in a twisted version of modern London cataclysmically altered by an otherworldly invasion. Taking on the role of Gwendolyn, humanity’s lone survivor, players embark on a legendary quest through London’s iconic environs to unravel a mystery that will determine the fate of reality itself. Battling alongside summonable spectral knights, players will encounter hordes of enemies, unforgettable bosses, and vertical levels in the form of gigantic knights roaming the landscape.

Tides of Annihilation is set to launch on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X and S, though a specific release date has yet to be announced. For more on what's coming to PlayStation 5 in the future, be sure to check out IGN's comprehensive round-up of everything announced at State of Play 2025.