The highly anticipated pre-alpha playtest for The Hidden Ones, the action brawler based on the popular Hitori No Shita: The Outcast franchise, has been rescheduled. Initially slated for next week, Tencent Games and MoreFun Studios have announced a new launch date of February 27th, 2025. This two-month delay allows the developers additional time for refinement and optimization to ensure a superior player experience. The announcement was made via the game's official website, which also provides further details.
A Deeper Dive into The Hidden Ones
The Hidden Ones immerses players in a dynamic martial arts world steeped in Eastern philosophy, blending Taoism, Yin and Yang, and modern combat. The game emphasizes character understanding, mastery of unique abilities, and immersion in their individual philosophies.
Players will unravel a cinematic storyline centered around the Outcasts, battling increasingly challenging bosses across multiple levels. These boss encounters directly correlate with chapters within the overarching martial arts saga, evolving alongside the player's progress.
Multiple game modes are featured, including a competitive Duel mode for player-versus-player combat, and an innovative action roulette mechanic that allows for mid-fight skill acquisition from other characters. A challenging Trial mode offers a grueling series of boss battles, demanding mastery of diverse characters and fighting styles for survival.
For more information, visit the official The Hidden Ones website. Stay tuned for our next article covering the early access release of the open-world simulation game, Palmon Survival.
