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Arc System Works Reveals Qliphah in Providence’s Shadow for PS5, Switch and PC

Developer UnitePlus says the game uses a timeline-driven combat system that lets players program counters and shift between tactical planning and high-speed action.

Overview

  • Arc System Works and UnitePlus unveiled Qliphah in Providence’s Shadow with English and Japanese announcement trailers and publisher materials.
  • The reveal confirms releases on PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, and PC through Steam and the Epic Games Store.
  • The core gameplay centers on a timeline-driven interface that shows enemy attack timing, lets players program skills, pause or slow time, and execute planned counters.
  • The story is set in a broken Tokyo where delivery boy Souma becomes a ‘Half-turned’ and is taken into custody by investigator Rena Hizuki as they chase Aberrations, a demonic drug, and a shadowy cult.
  • The publisher highlights full voice acting, cel-shaded visuals with custom shaders, an original soundtrack, early-purchase bonus skins for the leads, and a paid extra called Extra Battle: Voidfall planned after launch.