Fromsoftware has partnered up with Activition Blizzard to deliver a whole new IP:Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice. It is now confirmed the hyped-up tagline is not Bloodborne 2, nor is it any of the previously speculated FromSoftware titles. You can expect more information from theE3 2018floor and from a closed-door and embargoed demo that was shared with press on Sunday, but for now these details may quench your thirst for knowledge! You will possibly see a bit more before the embargo lifts on Tuesday.
Sekiro Shadows Die Twice by Miyazaki
Thegame is directed by Hidetaka Miyazaki, and qualified as a third-person “action-adventure game with RPG elements”. The game’s protagonist plays the role of a hard-hearted warrior on a quest to rescue his young lord and who seeks revenge. His name is “Sekiro” or “One-Armed Wolf”. The game is set in Sengoku Japan - much asNiohwas, so you might want to brush up on yourSekigahara historyor related lore.
Combat promises to deliver many different ways to engage in each scenario, and is being touted as the cornerstone of the game. The addition of vertical traversal options brings a new perspective for FromSoftware’s fans to enjoy as they can now gain access to higher vantage points than they might be used to.
“Collaborating with Activision onSekiro: Shadows Die Twicehas been a very exciting experience for us,” said Hidetaka Miyazaki, president and game director at FromSoftware. “WithSekiro: Shadows Die Twicemany FromSoftware team members, including myself, are thrilled to be exploring themes of Sengoku Japan and ninja for the first time. We can’t wait for everyone to discover what’s in store for the game.”
Sekiro Shadows Die Twice Factsheet
Translations of Japanese Site Content
These are unofficial translations. Names of places, characters, equipment and even the interpretation of events are subject to change with official announcements!
“Sekiwan no Ro, Sengoku ni Shinobu” - One-armed Worf, Endure/Enter the Sengoku
The time is Sengoku
Beyond the peaks of deep snow, lies the land of Ashina
[Holy Sword] Ashina Isshin, who in but a generation conquered the realm and begun the country in
the Northern Regions
But that Ashina is now in mortal danger
Isshin’s grandson, and Ashina’s Commander, despairing at their plight secretly told the allies
“There are no usual means left by which to protect Ashina”
“This right here is when we need that prince”
And thus the prince is kidnapped
And a prince he is in name only, without a family or vassals,
but for one single ninja.
This is a tale of stranding,
loneliness between Lord and Retainer.
Sekiro Shadows Die Twice Gallery
Excited for FromSoftware content? Check out ourDemon’s Souls rumor theories,10 Changes we Want for the next souls, and ourDark Souls Remastered Review. You might also want to go check out theSekiro Shadows Die Twice Announcement Trailer.
