Wo Long 2: Wings of Ember makes a scorching debut at the Xbox Games Showcase, set to release in early 2027
Team Ninja’s sequel to its successful Soulslike hit has been officially announced. Wo Long 2: Wings of Ember was revealed at the Xbox Games Showcase and is set to release in early 2027 across Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, PC, and Nintendo Switch 2.
The game continues the series’ focus on intense, stylish action combat grounded in Chinese martial arts. According to the revealed trailer, players will need to master evolved Chinese martial arts and conquer battlefields overrun by demons. The setting returns to the Three Kingdoms era of China, featuring legendary historical heroes alongside fantastical elements and challenging boss fights that showcase the franchise’s signature combat style.
The first Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty launched in 2023 and proved a critical and commercial success, accumulating over 5 million players and earning praise for its intricate combat system and evocative historical-fantasy setting. The sequel appears poised to deliver more of what resonated with fans, featuring the meaty swordplay and elaborate combat sequences that defined the original.
Publisher Koei Tecmo continues its prolific output of action RPGs with this announcement, maintaining its reputation for stylish, mechanically complex gameplay experiences. The trailer showcases new powers and expanded combat possibilities alongside encounters with legendary figures from Chinese history, suggesting developer Team Ninja has expanded upon the foundation laid by its predecessor.