The highly anticipated pre-alpha playtest for The Hidden Ones, the action brawler based on Hitori No Shita: The Outcast, has been rescheduled. Originally slated for next week, Tencent Games and MoreFun Studios have announced a new launch date of February 27th, 2025. This two-month delay allows for additional polishing and refinement to ensure a superior player experience. The announcement was made on the game's official website, which also provides further details.
A Deeper Dive into The Hidden Ones
The Hidden Ones immerses players in a thrilling martial arts world steeped in Eastern philosophy, blending Taoism, Yin Yang, and modern combat. The game emphasizes character understanding, philosophical depth, and mastering unique abilities.
Players will unravel a cinematic narrative centered on the Outcasts, battling increasingly formidable bosses across multiple levels. These boss encounters are directly linked to chapters within the overarching martial arts saga, evolving in complexity alongside the player's skill.
Multiple game modes are available, including a competitive Duel mode featuring intense player-versus-player combat and an innovative action roulette that allows for dynamic skill acquisition mid-battle. A challenging Trial mode offers a grueling series of boss fights, 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.
