Publisher Compile Heart and developer Neilo have released the first official trailer, gameplay videos, information, and screenshots for newly announced third-person shooter Scar-Lead Salvation, which is due out for PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, and PC via Steam on May 29 in Japan.
The PlayStation 5 version will be available both physically and digitally, while the PlayStation 4 and PC versions will be digital-only. The standard edition will cost 8,580 yen, while the Special Edition will cost 12,980 yen, and the Digital Deluxe Edition will cost 10,780 yen. The Special Edition includes a special box with ab illustration by marumoru, a visual art and setting materials book, the original soundtrack CD, a metal card case, a staff ID card, and two Willow serial number stickers. The Digital Deluxe Edition includes the digital art book and a digital soundtrack.
It is also worth noting that the PC version is noted as being distributed by Idea Factory International, which could suggest Scar-Lead Salvation is planned for a simultaneous worldwide release on May 29. However, this has yet to be confirmed.
Get the first details below.
■ Story
Willow Martin awakens in an unfamiliar room. She has no memory of her past, nor why she is here.
Who is she? Where did she come from? Is the AI offering her advice an ally or an enemy?
After surviving life-or-death battles against mechanical weapons, what lies ahead for Willow?
■ Characters
- Willow Martin (voiced by Fairouz Ai) – The protagonist who has no memory of her past. Although she can’t remember anything, she gets caught up in battles against mechanical weapons. Her body moves instinctively, and she displays exceptional combat skills. Will she be able to escape her confined space and recover her lost memories?
- AI (voiced by Junichi Suwabe) – A mysterious entity that suddenly starts speaking to Willow through her intercom. Despite sensing some hidden agenda in the voice calling itself “AI,” Willow ends up hearing it out. Who is this being, and why is it helping Willow?
■ System
Escape from the loop of repeated death.
With a high difficulty that even advanced players will find challenging, death is not the end.
Willow Awakens in a Mysterious Research Facility and is Attacked by Armed Machines
When Willow dies, she loses her weapons and must restart the stage from the beginning. Evade the relentless bullet barrage, gather powerful weapons, and launch your counterattack.
Enemies are armed machines. Fight off the numerous mechanical weapons that attack you.
Each enemy has its own method of attack, so determine the right strategy to avoid taking hits.
The Further You Progress, The Stronger the Enemies Become… Including Huge Biological Weapons
Use actions to gain the upper hand:
- Mirage Shift – An ability that breaks down the body into data and transports it to a separate space. In addition to passing through attacks, it can be used to quickly move short distances or through the air.
- Striker – A weapon mounted on your armor’s fist. Upon activation, it charges toward the target, dealing significant damage upon impact. It requires close proximity, making it risky, but the damage dealt is substantial.
Watch the announcement trailer and a set of gameplay videos below. View the screenshots at the gallery. Visit the official website here.
Announce Trailer
Gameplay Videos
System Video
Enemy Video #1
Enemy Video #2
Enemy Video #3
Battle Video #1: Powerful Enemy
Battle Video #2: Various Weapons
Battle Video #3: Actions
Battle Video #4: Enemy’s Fierce Attack
Battle Video #5: Striker
Battle Video #6: Mirage Shift