Eternal Strands Launches January 28, 2025, with Post-Launch Collaboration by Final Fantasy Creators
Yellow Brick Games has officially announced the release date for their highly anticipated debut title, Eternal Strands. The game will launch on January 28, 2025, for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, and PC via Steam. Excitingly, it will also be available on Game Pass from day one.
In a surprise announcement, Yellow Brick Games revealed a post-launch collaboration with Square Enix’s Creative Studio III, renowned for Final Fantasy XIV Online and Final Fantasy XVI. This partnership will deliver free content updates, starting with a new aerial Epic creature, unique weapons, and armor crafted by Yusuke Mogi, the lead artist behind Final Fantasy XIV.
What to Expect from Eternal Strands
Unreal Engine 5 graphics promise stunning visuals, though gamers will hope for smooth optimization, avoiding the performance issues seen in other UE5 titles.
Dynamic Exploration: Scale nearly anything in the environment, navigate extreme weather conditions, and experience a dynamic day-and-night cycle.
Weaver Band Companions: Forge deep bonds with allies who support you throughout your journey.
Elemental Magic: Engage in combat using Frost, Flame, and Kinetic magic to freeze, burn, or hurl objects at enemies with playful physics.
Voice Cast and Legacy
The voice cast includes iconic talents like Amelia Tyler, who voices the Surgeborn. As the debut project of Dragon Age veteran Mike Laidlaw, players can expect rich storytelling and immersive gameplay akin to classics like Dragon Age: Origins and Inquisition.
The collaboration promises to enhance Eternal Strands' combat and design, delivering Square Enix’s signature creativity while complementing the game’s mechanics.
Check out the announcement trailer for a glimpse into the game's stunning world and thrilling gameplay.
Which feature excites you most about Eternal Strands: the dynamic elemental combat, the epic collaborations, or the expansive exploration? Let us know in the comments below!
