{
  "id": 7691299,
  "title": "Wo Long 2: Wings of Ember Gets Release Date, Demo Available Now",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/16/wo-long-2-wings-of-ember-gets-release-date-demo-available-now",
  "topic": "tech",
  "section": "Tech",
  "published": "2026-09-16T01:54:46.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "IGN",
    "slug": "ign",
    "url": "https://www.ign.com/articles/wo-long-2-wings-of-ember-gets-release-date-demo-available-now"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Wo Long 2: Wings of Ember, the highly anticipated sequel to the action-soulslike game Wo Long, is set to launch on March 4, 2027. The game will be available on PC, PS5, Xbox Series X|S (with day one availability on Xbox Game Pass Ultimate), and Nintendo Switch 2.\n\nExcitement surrounding the release was evident at this year's Xbox Showcase. Now, fans can get a taste of the game with a free playable alpha demo now available on the aforementioned platforms. However, the demo is only accessible until September 30.\n\nThe demo offers an in-progress character creator, allowing players to customize their avatars. Additionally, it features online multiplayer for up to three players. Players can explore the expansive open field of Changban, engage in intense battles against Cao Cao's forces alongside Liu Bei's army, and face off against demons inspired by legendary Chinese classics.\n\nUpon completing the demo and meeting certain conditions, players will unlock the Fledgling Phoenix Helmet cosmetic item for use in the full game. This exclusive item is a reward for dedicated players who dive into the demo and test their skills.\n\nWith its strong performance in melee combat, Wo Long 2 has been praised as one of the best in its genre. Our resident soulslike superfan, Mitchell Saltzman, even ranked it at #6 on our list of top-10 soulslikes published in 2023. As Team Ninja continues to develop this upcoming masterpiece, fans eagerly await its release in the near future.",
  "summary": "Wo Long 2: Wings of Ember, the upcoming action-soulslike sequel from Team Ninja (Nier, Ninja Gaiden), will be released on March 4, 2027 for PC, PS5, Xbox Series X|S (including day one on Xbox Game Pass Ultimate), and Nintendo Switch 2. Meanwhile, a free playable alpha demo is available now on PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. The demo will only be active for a limited time, from now through September…",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}