SQUARE ENIX UNVEILS EXCLUSIVE LOOK AT PLATINUMGAMES’ BABYLON’S FALL DURING SQUARE ENIX PRESENTS SUMMER SHOWCASE
Fluid Co-Op Combat and Epic Battles Coming to PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4 and STEAM
SYDNEY (June 14, 2021) – SQUARE ENIX® today, during the summer edition of SQUARE ENIX PRESENTS, unveiled an exclusive look at BABYLON’S FALL™, developed in partnership with renowned action specialists, PlatinumGames Inc. (NieR:Automata™). Featuring fluid co-op-combat, powerful weapons and a unique, striking art style, the epic world of BABYLON’S FALL is coming to the PlayStation®5 (PS5™) console, PlayStation®4 and STEAM. The game can be played in parties up to four* and will feature a range of post launch game modes at no additional cost. More details will be revealed throughout the year and player recruitment for closed beta testing is now open.
* Requires a persistent broadband internet connection in order to play the game. Free Square Enix account required.
View the new BABYLON’S FALL trailer from SQUARE ENIX PRESENTS
In BABYLON’S FALL players become a group of warriors known as the sentinels, bonded with special equipment called Gideon Coffins, and throw themselves into an odyssey to overcome the titanic Tower of Babylon, within which sleeps a great legacy.In addition to weapons wielded in both hands, characters can use the power of their Gideon Coffin to equip two more, allowing for combinations of up to four weapons at once. The capabilities of different equipment will also bring endless variation to the strategy that can be employed.The game’s visuals are achieved using a newly developed “brushwork style” to create a unique fantasy setting with a medieval oil painting aesthetic.
Square Enix also released a special behind the scenes look at the development of BABYLON’S FALL. The video features interviews and insights from the creative teams at Square Enix and PlatinumGames, including director Kenji Saito.
View the BABYLON’S FALL Developer Interview from SQUARE ENIX PRESENTS:
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BABYLON’S FALL will be hosting a series of closed beta tests leading up to launch. The tests will be held over three phases, with differing tests being carried out across each one and more platforms being added as they progress. All test results and player feedback obtained from the closed beta tests will be checked over by the development and operations teams and used to improve the quality of BABYLON’S FALL. Players interested in participating can sign up for access and more information at www.babylonsfall.com. A SQUARE ENIX account and internet access will be required for participation.
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Official Website: www.babylonsfall.com
Twitter: @BabylonsFall_EN
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Facebook: @BabylonsFallthegame
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Square Enix Ltd. develops, publishes, distributes and licenses SQUARE ENIX®, EIDOS® and TAITO® branded entertainment content in Europe and other PAL territories as part of the Square Enix group of companies. Square Enix Ltd. also has a global network of leading development studios such as Crystal Dynamics® and Eidos Montréal®. The Square Enix group of companies boasts a valuable portfolio of intellectual property including: FINAL FANTASY, which has sold over 161 million units worldwide; DRAGON QUEST®, which has sold over 82 million units worldwide; TOMB RAIDER®, which has sold over 82 million units worldwide; and the legendary SPACE INVADERS®. Square Enix Ltd. is a London-based, wholly owned subsidiary of Square Enix Holdings Co., Ltd.
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