Qliphah in Providence’s Shadow Receives New Trailer, Pre-Orders Open

Arc System Works released a new Japanese trailer for tactical timeline RPG Qliphah in Providence’s Shadow. The two-minute video shows some of the game’s combat elements ahead of its worldwide release on September 24, 2026, for PC, PlayStation 5, and Nintendo Switch. It is available for pre-order now, priced at $24.99, on all platforms.

Qliphah in Providence’s Shadow is set in a collapsed Tokyo as reality is eroded with entities known as Aberrations roaming its streets. The game follows delivery boy Souma Hoshigami, who is attacked by an Aberration and put into a “half-turned” state. He is rescued and taken into custody by police investigator Rena Hizuki and forced to help her investigate ongoings surrounding the situation, including a demonic narcotic flooding the streets, cursed body-carved glyphs, and a mysterious cult.

The game features visual novel-style storytelling combined with a timeline-driven combat system. The UI lets players know the timing and nature of incoming enemy attacks, with players able to use the information to plan their own attacks and counters to control combat. Players are able to slow down and pause time to analyse forecasts and cooldowns and execute precise strategies. Those looking to read more can check out Jordan McClain’s impression and interview with Game Designer and Director Satoshi Hirayae from this year’s Anime Expo.