Every now and then a game comes along with a flash of artistic gameplay that genuinely takes hold of you. Now, Team Ninja\u2019s Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty has arrived with a few sneak peeks and cinematic trailers to bulge our eyeballs.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

A dark fantasy, based around Chinese mythology, this project combines inventive swordplay with folkloric characters and, frankly, terrifying creatures. You\u2019ll need to hone your controller skills as you take the ancient tenants of Chinese martial arts and apply them to the tricky business of fending off daemons and other warriors.<\/span><\/p>\n

What\u2019s It All About?<\/b><\/h2>\n

The creators of Nioh \u2013 a fantastical plot based on the 17<\/span>th<\/span> century story of an Irish sailor, who became a samurai, released on PS4\/5 \u2013 have finally returned with a nameless soldier on a combat-heavy quest to survive the Later Han Dynasty. Daemons have descended on the Three Kingdoms and it\u2019s up to our protagonist to channel an inner power and churn out a frenzied display of hack-and-slash combos. In fact, the story was based on a 14<\/span>th<\/span>-century historical novel by Luo Guanzhong, called Romance of the Three Kingdoms. So, this is another fantastical retelling of an ancient story \u2013 fantasy fed by historical accuracy.<\/span><\/p>\n

The Japanese developer\u2019s new IP was revealed at the Xbox & Bethesda Games Showcase, where we were treated to an action-RPG showcase. The gameplay looked totally unique and immediately seemed fun to dive into. Mythical beings swarmed the screen and many were convinced that this would be one of the highlights of 2023. Also, returning director Fumihiko Yasuda (Nioh) and producer Masaaki Yamagiwa (Bloodborne) have already proven themselves as master storytellers and proverbial \u2018safe hands\u2019 for delivery of the game.<\/span><\/p>\n

Where\u2019s It All Set?<\/b><\/h2>\n

The game\u2019s narrative unfolds in 184 AD China, before the Han dynasty collapsed and the Three Kingdoms ruled over this vast and diversely decorated region. Similar to the Assassin\u2019s Creed franchise, the game will feature appearances from military generals, politicians and legends of that period, like Guan Yu, Zhang Fei, Zhao Yun and Lu Bu. Don\u2019t expect this to be an entirely accurate retelling of Chinese history though. There will still be plenty of ethereal inclusions to throw you off course and surely enough dark entities to eventually tire your sword-swinging arm.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

The game\u2019s title \u2018Wo Long\u2019 actually refers to a crouching dragon \u2013 a person of innate greatness, not yet known, but sequestered in anticipation of their destiny. An unknown officer will turn into a hero as you unlock your inner potential and guide your warrior towards their storied future. There will even be opportunities to fully customise your character and how they fight. Apparently, you\u2019ll have the option to select from five \u2018phases\u2019 \u2013 otherwise known as combat styles. Your choices will impact stats, starting spells and the divine beast that jumps into the fray at your side. Then there\u2019s also a morale system to ensure gameplay is never dull, nor too tightly constrained. The more foes you strike down the higher your morale rank will soar.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty is scheduled for release on 3<\/span>rd<\/span> March, 2023. The game will launch on the following platforms: PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X\/S, PC\u2026<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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