Publisher Focus Entertainment has unveiled a fresh gameplay trailer for A Plague Tale: Requiem, the much-anticipated medieval adventure from Asobo Studio in France. The new footage offers a deeper look at the sequel to the beloved 2019 hit, showcasing intensified stealth sequences, intricate pathfinding through atmospheric environments, and a dramatic glimpse at controlling an army of rats that can alter the battlefield in seconds.
The trailer teases Amicia and Hugo navigating a world where danger hides behind every corner. Players will witness stealth takedowns, careful concealment in shadowy corridors, and strategic use of the rat swarms to block pursuers or overwhelm opponents. The developers lean into a blend of tense stealth, resourceful problem solving, and cinematic set pieces that have become hallmarks of the series.
A Plague Tale: Requiem is slated for release on October 18 this year for PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X and S, and Nintendo Switch via cloud access. Pre-orders are already open, signaling strong anticipation from fans who followed the original title’s success and its revival of a grim, evocative world where a plague and a family’s resolve collide.
Returning players and newcomers can expect a broader, more immersive journey that expands on the emotional core and stealth-driven gameplay that defined the first game. The follow-up builds on the relationship between Amicia and Hugo, weaving personal stakes with the escalating threat of the plague-ridden landscape. The narrative promises new discoveries, tougher moral choices, and upgraded combat and traversal mechanics designed to feel responsive on modern systems.
For those new to the series, A Plague Tale: Innocence released in 2019 to widespread acclaim, earning praise for its storytelling, atmosphere, and innovative puzzle design. The sequel aims to retain that strong sense of tension while pushing visual fidelity and performance on current-gen hardware. The enhanced visuals, refined controls, and expanded enemy and environmental interactions are expected to enrich the overall experience for PC and console players alike.
Screenshots and additional media from A Plague Tale: Requiem can be explored to get a closer look at the evolving art direction, lighting, and character animation that bring the plague-era world to life. The development team has emphasized a cinematic approach to storytelling, where player choices have meaningful consequences across both the visual and narrative threads of the game.
Source VG Times