A Plague Tale: Requiem 2022

About

A Plague Tale: Requiem is an action-adventure game similar to its predecessor. The player assumes control of Amicia and must face against both soldiers from the French Inquisition and hordes of rats that are spreading the black plague. The gameplay is largely similar to the first game, though the combat system is significantly expanded. The game features a progression system in which the player will be awarded additional skills and abilities. Stealth players will unlock skills that allow them to sneak around more efficiently, while those who prefer a more lethal approach will unlock additional combat skills. Locations are also larger, giving players additional options to progress.

Story

After escaping their devastated homeland, Amicia and Hugo travel far south to new regions and vibrant cities. There, they attempt to start a new life and control Hugo’s curse. But when Hugo’s powers reawaken, death and destruction return in a flood of devouring rats. Forced to flee once more, the siblings place their hopes on a prophesized island that may hold the key to saving Hugo.

What is happening now

A Plague Tale: Requiem is an action-adventure game following the story of Amicia and Hugo as they navigate a plague-ravaged world. Released in October 2022 across current-gen consoles and PC, the game builds on the narrative-driven, stealth-focused gameplay of its predecessor. Since its launch, developer Asobo Studio has remained engaged with the franchise's ongoing expansion. The studio recently employed the game's original soundtrack during motion-capture sessions for Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy, using the music to help actors access the emotional resonance needed for the story's more intense and somber sequences. This approach highlights how central the game's atmospheric audio design remains to the series' identity as it continues to develop.