Bandai Namco Entertainment America Inc. today revealed a first look at gameplay from the upcoming narrative action-adventure game UNKNOWN 9: AWAKENING. Developed by Reflector Entertainment, the game is a third-person, narrative-driven, action-adventure game that follows the story of Haroona, a globe-trotting adventurer with mysterious powers portrayed by renowned British actress Anya Chalotra. The title is set to release this summer on PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and PC via Steam. For more information on the game, visit unknown9.com.
UNKNOWN 9: AWAKENING follows the story of Haroona, a Quaestor born with the ability to venture into the Fold: a mysterious dimension that overlaps our own. In their quest for powerful hidden knowledge, she will learn to master her unique connection to the Fold, which allows her to channel its powers into our world. But such power does not go unnoticed. Haroona quickly becomes the target of the Ascendants, the splinter faction of a secret organization known as the Leap Year Society, which wants to use the Fold to alter the course of human history.
Players will embark on a globetrotting journey to right the wrongs of Haroona’s past. As this quest unfolds, they will choose whether to ambush opponents from the shadows or fight by stepping into their enemies to control them, dodge bullets, shield attacks, hurl energy, and devise creative combat combinations to customize their playstyle.
“We are thrilled to share a glimpse of the gameplay in UNKNOWN 9: AWAKENING for the first time. It’s an exciting moment for the Reflector as our teams have been hard at work to create a new piece of this expansive narrative universe” said Christophe Rossignol, Creative Director at Reflector Entertainment. “The game will offer an exciting journey set in a rich and vibrant world for players to enjoy. We hope you will follow our next steps as we reveal more of this adventure!”
Joining in on this project is the talented Anya Chalotra, who portrays Haroona, the game’s audacious main protagonist. The actress's knack for bringing strong female characters to life made her an obvious choice when it came to casting UNKNOWN 9: AWAKENING’s lead character.
UNKNOWN 9: AWAKENING is the key entry point into the Unknown 9 IP’s expansive narrative universe, which includes a series of interconnected adventures told across comic books, podcasts, novels and more. Players will be able to extend their UNKNOWN 9: AWAKENING experience by enjoying these tales. Those who know where to look will uncover their share of crossovers, callbacks, secrets and more. Find out more on the official website: https://unknown9.com