As the last announcement of the State of Play broadcast, Square Enix announced that Valkyrie Elysium, an all-new action-RPG in the Valkyrie series, is coming to PS5, PS4 and PC via Steam this year.
The title will be developed by Soleil Ltd., and it draws on the richness of Norse mythology to present an original story set in a world on the brink of destruction, full of danger and fast-paced action combat.
▍Valkyrie Elysium Trailer
▍About Valkyrie Elysium
In the official trailer, we get our first glimpse of the game’s protagonist, a young Valkyrie who is entrusted with the fate of the world by the All-Father, the highest of gods and ruler of all creation. She will face various enemies on her quest and must utilize a variety of weapons, magic and the power of her allies to prevent Ragnarok—the destruction of the world.
The developers plan to take the game direction in a fresh, new direction with classic combat mechanics, such as finishing moves and combo systems, reimagined for an action-RPG. The game also features character designs by Yuya Nagai of CyDesignation, Inc.
▍About the Valkyrie Series
The Valkyrie series is a long-running RPG series that has drawn on inspiration from Norse mythology to create unique worlds and complex narratives. The series began with Valkyrie Profile, released in the year 2000 in the west, and tells the story of the Valkyrie Lenneth and her various companions who embark on a mission to prevent the destruction of Asgard.
The series is also renowned for its music, composed by series regular Motoi Sakuraba. Releasing in 2022, Valkyrie Elysium is the latest installment in the series and will deliver a fresh and exciting gameplay experience to existing fans and newcomers alike. A mobile game called Valkyrie Anatomia: The Origin came out in April 2019 for Android and iOS, but as of August 31, 2020, the service has long since shut down.
