Tencent Pushes Back The Hidden Ones Pre-Alpha Playtest to Next Month

The Hidden Ones pre-alpha playtest delayed until February 27th, 2025. Fans of Hitori No Shita: The Outcast were eagerly anticipating the upcoming pre-alpha playtest of the related game, The Hidden Ones. However, Tencent Games and MoreFun Studios have announced a postponement, pushing the playtest back to February 27th, 2025. The developers cited a need for additional time to refine the game experience. This announcement was made via the game's official website.

A Deep Dive into The Hidden Ones

The Hidden Ones is an action-packed brawler set within the Hitori No Shita universe. It blends Eastern philosophies, such as Taoism and Yin Yang, with modern martial arts in a captivating setting.

The game emphasizes character understanding, philosophical depth, and mastering unique abilities. Players will unravel a cinematic storyline focusing on the lives of the Outcasts, battling increasingly challenging bosses throughout multiple levels. These boss encounters directly correlate with chapters in the overarching martial arts saga, evolving in difficulty alongside the player's progress.

Multiple game modes are featured, including a Duel mode for player-versus-player combat and an Action Roulette mechanic that allows for dynamic skill acquisition mid-battle. A challenging Trial mode presents a series of escalating boss fights, requiring 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.