Get ready for an adrenaline-fueled journey as Marvel’s iconic vampire hunter, Blade, returns in a groundbreaking game unveiled at The Game Awards 2023. Join Blade on a gripping adventure through the streets of Paris, battling supernatural forces in this M-rated, single-player, third-person action-adventure title by Arkane Lyon.
Trailer Teaser: Paris Beckons
The official trailer for Marvel’s Blade, now available on Marvel Entertainment’s YouTube page, provides a tantalizing glimpse into the game. While it doesn’t reveal too much about the storyline, it showcases the Daywalker in action in the streets of Paris. The trailer begins with Blade casually visiting a barber shop before being thrust into action, sword in hand. Notably, the game is set to receive an M rating, and comments made during The Game Awards confirm that it will be a single-player, third-person action-adventure game.
Long-Awaited Return: Blade’s Solo Adventure
Blade enthusiasts have been waiting for this moment. The last time the vampire hunter starred in a solo game was back in 2002, with the release of poorly received movie tie-ins for Blade and Blade 2 in 2000 and 2002, respectively. Despite appearing in team-up titles like Marvel’s Midnight Suns, fans have been hopeful for Blade to reclaim the spotlight in his own game. Previous rumors, including one suggesting Ubisoft’s involvement in a Blade game in 2022, were quickly debunked.
Paris Chronicles: A New Setting for Blade
Marvel’s Blade breaks away from tradition by taking the supernatural saga outside of America. The game’s narrative unfolds in a quarantined section of Paris during a “supernatural emergency,” where vampires reign supreme in the dark. Dinga Bakaba, co-creative director at Arkane Lyon, expressed excitement about bringing Blade to life in the studio’s own country, stating, “We couldn’t be happier to put players in Blade’s boots, as he becomes the champion of my hometown of Paris, one stake at a time.”
Release Date TBD: Awaiting the Dawn
While the anticipation for Marvel’s Blade is palpable, there’s currently no official release date. The game is in early development, suggesting it may not coincide with the 2025 movie reboot of Blade in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, where the character will be portrayed by the talented Mahershala Ali. Nevertheless, considering Arkane’s stellar track record with story-driven games like the Dishonored series, Blade fans have much to look forward to when the game finally hits the shelves.
Stay tuned for more updates on Marvel’s Blade, and get ready to immerse yourself in the dark and action-packed world of the Daywalker.