In a world where reality and the unknown collide, Reflector Entertainment and publisher Bandai Namco have unveiled their highly anticipated narrative action-adventure, Unknown 9: Awakening. During today’s Xbox Partner Preview, players were treated to a tantalizing glimpse of gameplay, offering a window into the game’s captivating universe.
Led by the talented Anya Chalotra (The Witcher) as the protagonist Haroona, Unknown 9: Awakening promises to take players on a journey unlike any other. Haroona, born a Quaestor, possesses the extraordinary ability to venture into the Fold, a mysterious dimension that overlaps our own, harboring powerful hidden knowledge.
As Haroona embarks on her quest to unravel the secrets of the Fold and right the wrongs of her past, she becomes the target of the Ascendants, a splinter faction of the enigmatic Leap Year Society. This formidable group seeks to exploit the Fold’s power to alter the course of human history, setting the stage for an epic struggle that transcends the boundaries of reality.
In Unknown 9: Awakening, players will have the opportunity to shape Haroona’s journey through their choices. Whether you choose to ambush opponents from the shadows or engage in direct confrontation, the game’s dynamic combat system offers a plethora of options. Step into enemies to control them, dodge bullets with agility, shield attacks, hurl energy, and unleash devastating combat combinations that will leave your foes reeling.
The Interconnected Universe of Unknown 9
Unknown 9: Awakening is not merely a video game; it is the main entry point into the Unknown 9 IP’s narrative universe, a vast interconnected tapestry that spans comic books, podcasts, novels, and more. This ambitious project by Reflector Entertainment aims to blur the lines between reality and fiction, inviting players to immerse themselves in a world where the boundaries of possibility are pushed to their limits.
Slated for a summer release, Unknown 9: Awakening is poised to captivate audiences on PC, PlayStation 4, PS5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X/S. With its groundbreaking narrative, dynamic gameplay, and interconnected multimedia universe, this debut title from Reflector Entertainment promises to redefine the limits of storytelling and entertainment.
As the veil between reality and the Fold grows thinner, players will have the opportunity to unravel the mysteries that lie within, guided by Haroona’s unwavering determination and the allure of the unknown. Prepare to embark on a journey that will challenge your perceptions and leave you craving for more in this unparalleled multiversal adventure.
