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The game was first announced back in October 2021.
Back then the title of the game was not yet revealed, only that it is a collaboration between the devs of The Romance of the Three Kingdoms series and the devs of the Nioh series.

At the Xbox Game Event, we finally saw a teaser trailer and title reveal.
The game is titled Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty.

Launch window: Early 2023
Available on:

• PS5
• PS4
• Xbox Series X
• Xbox Series S
• Xbox One
• Xbox Gamepass (Day One)
• Windows PC

From gematsu.com

About

From Masaaki Yamagiwa, the producer of Bloodborne, and Fumihiko Yasuda, the producer of Nioh, Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty follows the dramatic, action-packed story of a nameless militia soldier fighting for survival in a dark fantasy version of the Later Han Dynasty where demons plague the Three Kingdoms. Players fight off deadly creatures and enemy soldiers using swordplay based on the Chinese martial arts, attempting to overcome the odds by awakening the true power from within.

Key Features

Demons in the Kingdom – A dark fantasy set during the chaotic Three Kingdoms period, the narrative vividly tells the tale of a militia soldier’s strenuous fight for survival during a Later Han Dynasty infested with demons. It’s madness in the Three Kingdoms like never before!​

Awaken the Power – Defeat deadly enemies to boost morale and awaken the power from within! Overcome adversity through unique new strategies, including battle styles based on the “Five Phases.”​

Live by the Sword – Renowned for ruthless strikes that can change the tide of battle in an instant, sword practitioners of the Chinese martial arts gracefully change pace as they shift between offensive and defensive maneuvers. Overwhelm opponents with a flurry of force in a series of intense and bloody battles while learning the precision and skill necessary to become a true master of the sword.​

- Extra information / speculation -

The name ''Wo Long'' or ( 卧龙) has several different meanings:

• The literal meaning is ''hidden dragon''
• The figurative meaning is ''emperor in hiding''
• It is also used to describe ''an outstanding person who lives in solitude'' and ''undiscovered talent''
• It is also a nickname of Zhuge Liang, a key strategist during the Three Kingdoms era.

The character with the yellow turban is probably Zhang Jiao, a talented scholar and a cult leader of the ''Yellow Turban Rebellion''.

A depiction of Zhang Jiao in Dynasty Warriors 9

A depiction of Zhang Jiao in Romance of the Three Kingdoms XIV

The character on the horse at the end of the teaser trailer is most definitely Lu Bu, an infamous Chinese general known for his military might.

A depiction of Lu Bu in Dynasty Warriors 9

A depiction of Lu Bu in Romance of the Three Kingdoms XIV

The mentioned battle styles which are based on the ''Five Phases'', or ''Five Stances'', or ''Five Elements'' are the styles found below.

 

[sojuwarrior]

looks good, is this xbox exclusive?

 

[Beechos]

Art direction on point, lets hope everything else is too.

 

[YukiOnna]

I didn't know this title existed at all before, but I'm really excited. I hope it's like Nioh.

 

[VN1X]

Musou or character action game like Nioh... I'm on board either way! Team Ninja has really won me over in recent years.

 

[Clear]

looks good, is this xbox exclusive?

Doubt it. No mention of even launch exclusivity.

 

[Petopia]

Not enough fanservice for it to be a team ninja game.

 

[YukiOnna]

Musou or character action game like Nioh... I'm on board either way. Team Ninja has really won me over in recent years.

Can only guess from the description:
Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty follows the dramatic, action-packed story of a nameless militia soldier fighting for survival in a dark fantasy version of the Later Han Dynasty where demons plague the Three Kingdoms. Players fight off deadly creatures and enemy soldiers using swordplay based on the Chinese martial arts, attempting to overcome the odds by awakening the true power from within.

Players fight off deadly creatures and enemy soldiers using swordplay based on the Chinese martial arts, attempting to overcome the odds by awakening the true power from within.

 

[Clear]

Can only guess from the description:
Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty follows the dramatic, action-packed story of a nameless militia soldier fighting for survival in a dark fantasy version of the Later Han Dynasty where demons plague the Three Kingdoms. Players fight off deadly creatures and enemy soldiers using swordplay based on the Chinese martial arts, attempting to overcome the odds by awakening the true power from within.

Players fight off deadly creatures and enemy soldiers using swordplay based on the Chinese martial arts, attempting to overcome the odds by awakening the true power from within.

Nioh reskin? I'll take it either way!

 

[Isa]

Yeah I'm really hoping this is in the vein of Nioh.

 

[sojuwarrior]

I will buy a Xbox just for this game if it is really exclusive, hope not though

 

[Naked Lunch]

Really love seeing a return of Japanese games on xbox.
This one looked fantastic.

 

[cireza]

I will buy a Xbox just for this game if it is really exclusive, hope not though

I don't think it is. It will be day-one in Game Pass though.

 

[b0uncyfr0]

Definitely playing this, if the difficulty isnt insane. Im not into that.

 

[Kev Kev]

when this was revealed during the show someone said "whoa long" and im still chuckling about it

 

[Matt_Fox]

The 4K trailer is beautiful, and although the CG doesn't give much hint on actual gameplay Team Ninja are one of the best in the business.

Keep an eye on this game, it could be v.special.

 

[Fbh]

If it's anything like Nioh I'm in.

 

[YukiOnna]

If this is indeed Nioh-like then I wonder if Team NInja will finally realize the open world/hub style they initially planned Nioh 2 to be. Would be cool.

 

[SLB1904]

i was about to say onimusha but then i remember that's capcom lol

 

[jimmypython]

So this is based on Lu Bu??

 

[Big Baller]

Nioh 3 exclusive to Xbox

 

[The Cartographer]

I still haven't gotten around to play Stranger of Paradise but I am already looking forward to get this one (on PC, I guess).

 

[Captain Toad]

Nioh 3 exclusive to Xbox

Where did you see this?

 

[Fbh]

Nioh 3 exclusive to Xbox

It didn't have any exclusive tag, not even the "console launch exclusive" one (aka timed exclusive).

So it's safe to asume this will be like Outriders. Multiplatform but launching day 1 on gamepass.

 

[Spaceman292]

Nioh 3: This Time it's Chinese

 

[Punished Miku]

This is going to be super good I think. No one has ever truly made an action game with top tier Chinese martial arts weapons combat. Looks more acrobatic than Nioh in the trailer.

 

[DavJay]

Huge romance of the 3 kingdom fanatic here. Super pumped and this saved the show for me.

 

[arvfab]

I will buy a Xbox just for this game if it is really exclusive, hope not though

It's not. No "Console Launch Exlusive" (aka timed-exclusive) nor "Xbox Console Exclusive " tags before the trailer.

 

[elliot5]

Bloodborne producer

 

[Ezquimacore]

Another Not Ninja Gaiden game by these mofos.

 

[Tiamat2san]

Sadly, it looks like it’s a souls/nioh type.
I suck so hard.
I will surely try it but I won’t get my hopes up.

 

[Shits_McGiggles]

It looks cool. Probably one of the more interesting announcements at the show.

 

[YukiOnna]

Oh it’s by the Bloodborne Producer and Nioh Director? Then definitely not Musou!

 

[bender]

Oh it’s by the Bloodborne Producer and Nioh Director? Then definitely not Musou!

Now I'm really excited.

 

[Ladioss]

Oh it’s by the Bloodborne Producer and Nioh Director? Then definitely not Musou!

Romance of Three Bloodborne ? Can I place my preorder yet ?

 

[Jormatar]

Kinda curious about the no mention of platforms yet. Did Microsoft moneyhat that information or what's up with that? We usually know the platforms for games releasing within a year after showcase is over.

 

[In Cold Blood]

Doubt it. No mention of even launch exclusivity.

I think it is an exclusive.
Phil mentioned going to Japan to work on it and it being a partnership, something he wouldn't need to do for a multiplatform game. On top of that they didn't have "console launch exclusive " which is what they do with with timed exclusives, and while they didn't say exclusive they didn't say that for any if the exclusive xbox first party games other than Starfield.

 

[BennyBlanco]

Kinda curious about the no mention of platforms yet. Did Microsoft moneyhat that information or what's up with that? We usually know the platforms for games releasing within a year after showcase is over.

Same thing with Persona. Leaks have it going everywhere but they only announced xbox and PC (not steam). My ass will be blasted if that persona 3 remaster is not on steam. I think they just agreed not to announce other platforms yet.

 

[ACESHIGH]

Will buy. If it has CHAOS will buy it twice.

Once again Japanese devs save the day.

 

[ChiefDada]

The most interesting game in the showcase for me. The art direction is fantastic.

 

[j0hnnix]

I mean wo long.

 

[CosmicComet]

Game of the show.

And if this is exclusive...I will buy an Xbox.

Loved Nioh and especially 2.

 

[slade]

I honestly thought it was Nioh 3. It is a great get for Xbox if it is exclusive.

 

[HYDE]

Best game shown for me. Looks amazing and creative.

 

[Clear]

I think it is an exclusive.
Phil mentioned going to Japan to work on it and it being a partnership, something he wouldn't need to do for a multiplatform game. On top of that they didn't have "console launch exclusive " which is what they do with with timed exclusives, and while they didn't say exclusive they didn't say that for any if the exclusive xbox first party games other than Starfield.

Nah. Watch the stream, they had multiple opportunities to label it as an exclusive both before and during the trailer and in Phil's little talking bit afterwards. The emphasis was on day#1 for console and PC Gamepass only. No mention of exclusivity at all.
Which kinda makes sense as if its a Nioh variant, its going to have 3 DLC add-ons which should allow them to make money on top of whatever MS are charging for exclusivity.

BTW. I wouldn't read too much into the Bloodborne connection, he's an old friend of Yasuda's who he went to throughout the development of the Nioh games for his advice and feedback - their relationship is covered in some depth in the cutscenes (archipel) doc on YT

 

[YukiOnna]

Nah. Watch the stream, they had multiple opportunities to label it as an exclusive both before and during the trailer and in Phil's little talking bit afterwards. The emphasis was on day#1 for console and PC Gamepass only. No mention of exclusivity at all.
Which kinda makes sense as if its a Nioh variant, its going to have 3 DLC add-ons which should allow them to make money on top of whatever MS are charging for exclusivity.

BTW. I wouldn't read too much into the Bloodborne connection, he's an old friend of Yasuda's who he went to throughout the development of the Nioh games for his advice and feedback - their relationship is covered in some depth in the cutscenes (archipel) doc on YT

I don't know if he was ever credited for the Nioh games, but Xbox specify it's a joint creation between the two this time.
A joint creation by Team NINJA producers Fumihiko Yasuda (Nioh) and Masaaki Yamagiwa (Bloodborne)

Xbox Focuses on Massive Lineup of the Biggest Franchises and Original IPs Fans Can Play Over the Next 12 Months - Xbox Wire

At Xbox, we are on a mission to bring the joy and community of gaming to everyone on the planet and that’s why our teams and partners have been hard at work building a truly diverse line-up of content for players of all types to look forward to. And with Xbox, you have more ways […]

news.xbox.com

 

[mejin]

It will come to PS4/5.

 

[CosmicComet]

https://www.gematsu.com/2022/06/tea...nasty-for-ps5-xbox-series-ps4-xbox-one-and-pc

Gematsu says its coming to PS5 too.

 

[In Cold Blood]

Nah. Watch the stream, they had multiple opportunities to label it as an exclusive both before and during the trailer and in Phil's little talking bit afterwards. The emphasis was on day#1 for console and PC Gamepass only. No mention of exclusivity at all.
Which kinda makes sense as if its a Nioh variant, its going to have 3 DLC add-ons which should allow them to make money on top of whatever MS are charging for exclusivity.

BTW. I wouldn't read too much into the Bloodborne connection, he's an old friend of Yasuda's who he went to throughout the development of the Nioh games for his advice and feedback - their relationship is covered in some depth in the cutscenes (archipel) doc on YT

They only labelled the timed exclusives as "Console Launch Exclusive".
If you rewatch the stream when Forza comes up there is no mention of xbox console exclusive, yet we know it absolutely is.
The only game they used Xbox Console Exclusive on was Starfield, and that was to stop all the Sony fanboys from saying that maybe it's coming to PS.

 

[Clear]

I don't know if he was ever credited for the Nioh games, but Xbox specify it's a joint creation between the two this time.
A joint creation by Team NINJA producers Fumihiko Yasuda (Nioh) and Masaaki Yamagiwa (Bloodborne)

Xbox Focuses on Massive Lineup of the Biggest Franchises and Original IPs Fans Can Play Over the Next 12 Months - Xbox Wire

At Xbox, we are on a mission to bring the joy and community of gaming to everyone on the planet and that’s why our teams and partners have been hard at work building a truly diverse line-up of content for players of all types to look forward to. And with Xbox, you have more ways […]

news.xbox.com

Yasuda is the head of Team Ninja and Yamigiwa got laid off by Sony when they restructured Japan studio a little over a year ago.
The timeline kinda says it all, seems like a bit of opportunistic brand-name checking.