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Tides of Annihilation Gets First Global Playtest at Gamescom 2026

Simon Ellis 2 min read

Tides of Annihilation gets its first global playtest at Gamescom 2026, featuring branching paths and combat experiences on PS5, Xbox, and PC.

Tides of Annihilation Gets First Global Playtest at Gamescom 2026
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Eclipse Glow Games is bringing its action title Tides of Annihilation to Gamescom 2026 for the first global playtest. This event marks a critical milestone for the studio, as it allows players to experience the game before its official launch. We will see the opening trailer during the Opening Night Live showcase on August 25.

Tides of Annihilation gameplay screenshot
Tides of Annihilation gameplay screenshot

Branching paths and combat demo arrive at Gamescom 2026

The studio developed Tides of Annihilation for , Xbox Series consoles, and PC platforms including and the Epic Games Store. The playable demo at Gamescom will feature branching paths that alter exploration and combat experiences. Attendees can also walk through key environments and witness epic set pieces firsthand.

Ary Chen, game director and co-CEO of Eclipse Glow Games, stated that Gamescom represents an important moment for the team. He noted that the developers poured heart and soul into the project over several years. The studio is eager to see how first-time players react to the demo.

We looked at the last Tides of Annihilation update earlier while tracking development progress. That previous coverage highlighted balance and stability themes that appear to carry over into this new build. The upcoming playtest offers a chance to verify how these systems function in a live environment.

Source: Gematsu