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 Deep Dive into The Hidden Ones

The Hidden Ones immerses players in a dynamic martial arts world steeped in Eastern philosophies like Taoism and Yin Yang. The game emphasizes character understanding, mastery of unique abilities, and exploration of the characters' individual philosophies.

Players will journey through a cinematic narrative centered around the Outcasts, facing increasingly difficult bosses in multiple levels. Each boss encounter directly relates to a chapter in the overarching martial arts saga, adapting and evolving alongside the player's progress.

Multiple game modes are available, including a competitive Duel mode featuring high-stakes player-versus-player combat. An innovative action roulette mechanic allows players to temporarily acquire the skills of other characters during battles. A challenging Trial mode presents a series of escalating 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.