During Gamescom Opening Night Live 2025, CI Games announced Lords of the Fallen 2, a sequel to the 2023 soulslike project.
The first installment was distinguished by its dark atmosphere and unique Umbral system but received criticism for its convoluted storyline, aggressive enemy placement, and unstable difficulty level. The developers have promised to improve these aspects in the sequel.
In an interview, David Vallaillo from CI Games emphasized that the main goal in Lords of the Fallen 2 is to make the plot more transparent.
"In the previous game, the narrative was very rich and complex, which, combined with extensive environmental storytelling, sometimes led to chaos. This time, we are focusing on clarity and simplicity to tell a compelling story in an accessible language."
Another important aspect is the balance of difficulty. The first part was easier than typical soulslikes, but players complained about the excessive accumulation of enemies in certain locations. CI Games updated and balanced the game for 18 months, culminating in the release of a major 2.0 patch.
"In the sequel, we want to offer the optimal level of difficulty right away," added the studio representative.
Lords of the Fallen 2 will be released in 2026, the exact date is not yet known.
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