The character creator also plays a role in customizing one’s avatar, down to clothing that dynamically alters based on size. High-resolution textures can also be seen on characters and clothes. The Chaos Physics engine also helps simulate physics for objects like hair, belts, chains and so on, with a not-so-subtle Bloodborne-style Hunter used as an example.

Lighting is also stunning, utilizing the new Lumen GI with real-time lighting. Environments react accordingly to moving light sources, which is stunning to behold.

The Lords of the Fallen launches this year for PC, Xbox Series X/S and PS5. Stay tuned for more details, and check out some gorgeous screenshots here.

As a Dark Crusader, players embark on a journey to stop the resurrection of Adyr, the demon God. The parallel worlds of the living and dead are massive, about five times larger than the original, with forests, ruins and massive structures (like the rock formations resembling a hand). For all the awe players may feel, there’s plenty of terror, with enemies riding three-headed demons to an almost indescribable horror with excessive teeth.

The Lords of the Fallen is out in 2023 for Xbox Series X/S, PS5 and PC. It features nine character classes, hundreds of weapons and several spells. Those looking to co-op can experience seamless, uninterrupted online play. Stay tuned for more details, and check out some gameplay here.

From the start, the developer wanted to make “Dark Souls 4.5” and despite Elden Ring taking the gaming world by storm, it stuck to its guns. The connection to the first game is “tenuous,” and the sequel is several times larger with lots of inter-connectivity. Each level is described as branching into others, with every three levels looping into each other.

One key mechanic is the Umbral, the world of the dead, and a lantern which allows for crossing over and escaping from it. HR Giger, Zdzisław Beksiński and Olivier de Sagazan were inspirations for the Umbral’s art. Some Umbral creatures may cower before your lamp, but the larger ones are less fearful and may even try to drag you to the other side.

At times, the real world and Umbral will intertwine, with a chasm in the former potentially connecting to the latter. Using the lantern allows for crossing. A fair bit of observation is required when encountering gaps and dead ends, and changes in the world could open up new paths (like in Soul Reaver).

While dying allows for respawning at anchors (the equivalent of bonfires) and backtracking to retrieve your currency, you could also venture into the Umbral. It provides another chance to bring you back to the real world and presents opportunities for locating treasure. However, healing items aren’t as effective, and an insanity meter will gradually build.

The Lords of the Fallen is out in 2023 for Xbox Series X/S, PS5 and PC. Stay tuned for more details in the meantime.

Thanks to a mysterious lamp, you can cross over to the world of the dead, discover new treasures and even manipulate an enemy’s soul. Be careful, though – upon dying, you must rush through the afterlife as nightmarish creatures pursue you to return to life.

Along with a map five times larger than the original, The Lords of the Fallen features nine character classes – including Knight, Rogue and Fire Apprentice – and hundreds of weapons to discover. Solo play and co-op are available for the campaign, and you’ll encounter various NPCs with agendas.

The Lords of the Fallen is coming to PS5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC in 2023.

Destiny 2: Lightfall

Bungo’s next expansion for Destiny 2 promises high stakes, though when they usually don’t is the greatest mystery. Along with the perfunctory amount of new gear, weapons, Exotics, and perks that can be expected, players can also look forward to the new Strand subclasses. Warlocks can unleash missiles, Titans get large claw-like appendages, and Hunters use a rope dart with some fancy footwork. A new raid, new six-player activity, and a Legendary campaign option, in addition to the quality of life features like loadouts, can all be expected when it launches on February 28th, 2023.

In a press release, the publisher has outlined even more details about the game. It notes that the interconnected world is five times larger than the first game’s. Along with NPC quests, “compelling characters” and a “rich narrative,” players can create a character.

A new feature in the sequel is online co-op support for two players which promises to be uninterrupted. As for the development team, Hexworks consists of over 75 internal developers and a “network of external partners.” It’s led by creative director Cezar Virtosu (Shadow of the Tomb Raider, Assassin’s Creed Origins) and executive producer Saul Gascon (Dead by Daylight, PayDay 2).

Virtosu stated, “The Lords of the Fallen is the spiritual successor fans of the original title have always wanted. The game is significantly larger, with a vast, interconnected dual world split between the realms of the living and dead, that players can explore alone or with friends. It’s darker and more challenging, with faster Souls-like combat, stronger thematic, richer narrative, deeper RPG systems, and more immersive storytelling.” In addition, players can utilize “devastating magic.”

A release date hasn’t been announced, but it’s out in 2023 for Xbox Series X/S, PS5, and PC. Expect to see more gameplay in the coming months as the global marketing campaign kicks off this year.

The game is now simply called The Lords of the Fallen, and the new cinematic trailer offers a sneak peak of what to expect from the game. There isn’t much to talk about where gameplay footage is concerned, but the game’s Steam page does tout some intriguing features, including a vast and interconnected world that’s apparently five times as large as the first game’s world, character customization, fast and fluid combat, and more.

As previously confirmed by CI Games, The Lords of the Fallen is due out in 2023 for PS5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC.