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

Unveiled at Sony's State of Play 2025 with an enthralling debut trailer, *Tides of Annihilation* emerges as a groundbreaking single-player, narrative-driven action adventure game from the newly established studio, Eclipse Glow Games. This title promises a thrilling mix of "intense, breakneck combat, an immersive narrative, and an unforgettable setting," set to redefine the genre.

Set in a modern-day London transformed by mystical, otherworldly forces, *Tides of Annihilation* casts you as Gwendolyn, the last hope for humanity. As you navigate through London's iconic landmarks, you'll summon spectral Knights of the Round Table to aid in combat against foes drawn from Arthurian legend. The game also features epic battles against skyscraper-sized bosses, adding a monumental scale to the gameplay.

Eclipse Glow Games, based in Chengdu, China, and backed by Tencent, comprises over 100 developers with rich experience from renowned franchises such as Yakuza, For Honor, Assassin’s Creed, Persona, and Prince of Persia. "Debuting *Tides of Annihilation* at Sony State of Play is an incredible, humbling accomplishment for the Eclipse Glow development team," stated Kun Fu, Lead Game Producer at Eclipse Glow Games.

"It’s also just the beginning. 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," Fu added.

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Here’s the official description:

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 slated for release on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X and S, though a specific release date has yet to be announced. For more on the latest announcements, be sure to check out IGN's comprehensive coverage of everything revealed at State of Play 2025, offering insights into what's on the horizon for PlayStation 5 enthusiasts.