Lords of the fallen is a sequel to the 2014 game of the same name, although the scope and scale are much greater this time – and it’s now out in the wild, released on October 13, 2023.
Developer Hexworks has not only expanded the lore of the first game, but also its world Lords of the fallen giving players a huge map to explore, filled with a diverse army of enemies and bosses. Lords of the fallen features fast-paced yet tough gameplay that helps it stand out from games like Elden Ringwhich clearly inspired the team.
If you’re looking for our full look at the game, check out our Lords of the fallen judgement. However, we also had a great hands-on session with the game before it was released, which demonstrated it Lords of the fallenThe polished combat and distinctive taste set him apart from many of his pathetic contemporaries.
But for more quick, important information about the game and a look at what we had before the game came out, read on below.
Lords of the Fallen – continue the chase
- What is it? A sequel/soft reboot to the 2014 Souls-like version of the same name
- When did it come out? October 13, 2023
- What can I play it on? PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PC
- Who makes it? HEX WORKS
Lords of the Fallen release date and platforms
Lords of the fallen was released on October 13, 2023 and came to PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. It skipped last-get consoles with the aim of delivering a full-fledged next-gen experience.
Lords of the Fallen trailers
The latest trailer for Lords of the fallen which we had before the game’s release was part of Gamescom Opening Night Live 2023. It’s a cinematic story trailer that creates a seriously creepy atmosphere. Check it out below:
We’ve included others Lords of the fallen trailers in this article. For more of them, go to the official CI Games YouTube channel. You’ll find commentary from the developer, as well as lore breakdowns to study or revisit.
Lords of the Fallen gameplay
Lords of the fallen is essentially a Souls-like RPG, where the core gameplay revolves around progressing from checkpoint to checkpoint, with resources lost upon death. However, it has its own unique twist on the formula, as it packs two worlds into one in-game map. These two worlds are called ‘Axiom’ and ‘Umbral’. These act respectfully as worlds of the living and the dead.
Through the use of a lantern, players can peer into the world of the dead, allowing them to solve puzzles and traverse areas that would otherwise be inaccessible. The trade-off is that the world of the dead has powerful enemies that pursue the player, and death results in the loss of resources. Dying in the realm of the living gives the player the chance to cross over to the land of the dead, and another chance at enemies and boss encounters. It’s this dual-realm concept that really gives Lords of the fallen its signature gameplay loop.
While exploring Lords of the fallen large map, players can customize their hero with an assortment of weapons and armor. Especially if you’ve played a Souls-like game before Elden Ring, you will probably feel right at home. The fight is definitely faster than that in the Dark souls series, and as a result the action is much faster and boss battles are more frantic. There’s also uninterrupted multiplayer built in, meaning you can team up with a friend to tackle the horrors that await you.
Lords of the Fallen story and setting
Lords of the fallen Set after an era of dark tyranny. The demon god Adyr was ultimately defeated during this tumultuous era. Now, centuries later, Adyr’s resurrection is drawing near. As one of the legendary Dark Crusaders, players will journey through both the realms of the living and the dead. The story is delivered through NPCs, cutscenes, and lore found throughout the world.
Lords of the Fallen – is it a reboot?
Lords of the fallen is a reboot of the 2014 game of the same name. It has undergone a number of name changes, being referred to as ‘The Lords of the Fallen‘ when it was first announced.
After this, however, the developer insisted that the intention was for this 2023 RPG to be a reboot that builds on what was shown and achieved in the first game. So the stories do flow into each other Lords of the fallen can best be described as a reboot sequel. That said, as with all modern games, new players don’t actually need to have played the 2014 series entry to enjoy the 2023 game.
That’s all we know about Lords of the Fallen so far. For more information on the biggest games yet to release this year, check out our upcoming game guide.