Chinese developer 24 Entertainment has premiered online combat game Naraka: Bladepoint at The Game Awards.

Due for release in 2020, Naraka is described as a close-quarters multiplayer title in which “eastern influences meet western style.”

China-inspired melee combat game, Naraka premieres at Game Awards

Naraka is set in the mysterious Eastern realm of Morus and features a “boundless” movement system that allows players to climb, hang, and parkour.

Gameplay also involves an “aim-at-whatever-you-want” grappling hook and a “sophisticated yet beginner-friendly” combat system involving block & parry mechanics, according to its developer.

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The title is said to have a development team comprised of experienced individuals from across the world, according to 24.

“InNaraka: Bladepoint, players will feel every attack and utilise everything in their skillset and armoury to achieve victory,” said Ray, Producer, in a prepared statement.

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“Our teams have created something visually stunning and instantly appealing to fans of multiplayer online combat, and we can’t wait to share more details on Naraka: Bladepoint in early in 2020.”

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