Driven by a seasoned and diverse development team, Unknown 9: Awakening represents the tentpole of a much larger content ecosystem that is being built around the ambitious Unknown 9 storyworld.

Unknown 9: Awakening follows the story of Haroona, a Quaestor born with the ability to venture into the Fold: a mysterious dimension that overlaps our own. In their quest for powerful hidden knowledge, she will learn to master her unique connection to the Fold, which allows her to channel its powers into our world. But such power does not go unnoticed. Haroona quickly becomes the target of the Ascendants, the splinter faction of a secret organization known as the Leap Year Society, which wants to use the Fold to alter the course of human history.

Players will embark on a globetrotting journey to right the wrongs of Haroona's past. As this quest unfolds, they will choose whether to ambush opponents from the shadows or fight by stepping into their enemies to control them, dodge bullets, shield attacks, hurl energy, and devise creative combat combinations to customize their playstyle.

In this live-action trailer, watch Haroona – portrayed by Anya Chalotra – prepare to awaken her powers. Haroona is a powerful young woman gifted with a unique connection to the Fold, a mysterious parallel dimension, from which she draws incredible power that she will have to use to defend humanity’s best kept secrets

“I know the adventure we’re crafting will resonate with a lot of people. Unknown 9: Awakening is very special, I know gamers will feel that,” commented Anya Chalotra. “We were able to build and create a space that was safe and open to watch and learn, and I truly cherish my time with each incredible actor and the brilliant Unknown 9 team.”

“Anya Chalotra’s captivating performance brought depth, nuance and emotional resonance to the story,” said Christophe Rossignol, Creative Director at Reflector Entertainment. “We are thrilled to have had the chance to work with such a talented actress to portray Haroona.”

Pre-orders are now open with the following editions:

• Pre-order Edition (Game, Pre-order bonus cosmetic DLC)
• Deluxe Digital Edition (Game, Pre-order bonus cosmetic DLC, all DLCs)
• Collector's Edition (Game, Pre-order bonus cosmetic DLC, all DLCs, Quaestor’s journal, Haroona’s amulet replica, Collector’s coin & metal case)

The broader Unknown 9 universe features interconnected media and content offerings with intersecting characters and storylines that form a rich and immersive Storyworld - including a mystery-thriller novel by bestselling author Layton Green entitled Unknown 9: Genesis, an original podcast called Unknown 9: Out of Sight, and a comic book, Unknown 9: Torment. These various offerings are all standalone products, but when experienced as a whole, they form a broader narrative and lead to a greater appreciation of the mysterious Unknown 9 universe. Players will be able to extend their Unknown 9: Awakening experience by enjoying these tales. Those who know where to look will uncover their share of crossovers, callbacks, secrets and more.

Unknown 9: Awakening is coming to PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X and PC on October 18, 2024.