PS5 and PC Single-Player Action Game Lost Soul Aside Delayed 3 Months to Add Polish

Fans of the eagerly anticipated action game Lost Soul Aside will have to wait a bit longer for its release. Originally set to launch on May 30, 2025, the game's developer, Ultizero Games, has announced a three-month delay, pushing the release date to August 29, 2025. This decision comes after nearly a decade of development, with the game initially slated for release next month.

In a statement, Ultizero Games expressed their gratitude for the overwhelming support and enthusiasm from the global gaming community. "We are truly grateful for the positive response we've received from players all over the world since we announced Lost Soul Aside," the developer noted. They emphasized their commitment to delivering a high-quality gaming experience, stating, "To match the standards Ultizero Games have set for ourselves, we are going to take some additional time to polish the game. Lost Soul Aside will now release on August 29, 2025. We want to express our heartfelt thanks to our fans waiting for the launch."

Originally the brainchild of solo developer Yang Bing, Lost Soul Aside has evolved into a major Sony-published title under the company's China Hero Project. Bing, now the founder and CEO of the Shanghai-based studio Ultizero Games, has seen his project grow from a solo endeavor to a highly anticipated release.

In a recent interview with IGN, Yang Bing reflected on the long journey to launch. The game's development has escalated significantly since Bing's initial reveal video went viral in 2016, culminating in a trailer reveal at Sony's State of Play broadcast. The excitement around Lost Soul Aside has been fueled by its unique blend of Final Fantasy-inspired characters and Devil May Cry-style combat.

The game features the main character Kesar, who wields a versatile, shape-shifting weapon that allows players to switch playstyles. Kesar is accompanied by a dragon-like companion named Arena, who can summon abilities to aid in combat. Lost Soul Aside emphasizes aerial dodging, precision timing, combos, and countering, alongside epic boss battles. The narrative, which takes players across multiple dimensions, blends a sci-fi premise with contemporary aesthetics. While the story's direction remains somewhat mysterious based on trailers, Bing describes Kesar's journey as one of "redemption and discovery."