Tencent's Arthurian Knights: A Western Appeal

In a recent interview with Wccftech, Eclipse Glow Games, the developers behind Tides of Annihilation, revealed the intriguing story behind the game's Arthurian setting and London backdrop. Read on to discover the game's core concept and future plans.

Tides of Annihilation: A Western-Focused Adventure

Arthurian Myths and Knights: The Core Concept

At Gamescom 2024, Eclipse Glow Games spoke with Wccftech, discussing Tides of Annihilation's concept, mechanics, and potential for an anthology. The team, based in China, explained their choice of a Western setting: Tencent, their financial backers, had different expectations for this project compared to Black Myth: Wukong. While Wukong targeted the Chinese market, Tides of Annihilation was designed with a Western audience in mind, leading to the selection of Arthurian legends as its central theme. The producer's initial concept of knights evolved into the iconic King Arthur and his Knights of the Round Table.

The game unfolds in a post-apocalyptic London, ravaged by an Outworld invasion, leaving Gwendolyn as seemingly the sole human survivor. This modern-day setting blends seamlessly with fantasy elements directly inspired by Arthurian myths.

Devil May Cry-Inspired Combat and Over 30 Bosses

Fans of action-RPGs will immediately recognize the Devil May Cry-inspired combat system. The developers confirmed this influence, highlighting the inclusion of adjustable difficulty settings to broaden the game's appeal. Simplified controls make the game accessible to a wider range of players, while still offering depth for experienced gamers.

Players can customize their combat style with four weapons and over ten Knights of the Round Table as companions. Gwendolyn's ability to command these legendary knights adds a unique strategic layer to the gameplay. With over 30 bosses boasting unique abilities, players are promised challenging and rewarding encounters. "Players will have to prepare for very challenging boss fights," the developers emphasized.

An Anthology in the Making?

Eclipse Glow Games also hinted at the possibility of expanding the franchise into an anthology, featuring different settings, mythologies, and protagonists. The core concept of the Outworld invasion would remain central to this potential series. The success of Tides of Annihilation will be crucial in determining the future of this ambitious project.

Currently in beta, Tides of Annihilation is slated for a tentative 2026 release on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. Players will join Gwendolyn as she battles fate and fights to save not only London, but the intertwined fantasy realm of Avalon.