Demon of the Time is a premium action game for PC developed by Whale Rock Games. It is a first-person shooter that takes place between dimensions, as players defend against an ancient demon and his minions, who wield weapons from the future. They must put a stop to his plans to prevent time and reality from collapsing.

Comparable to games like CRUEL or Echo Point Nova, Demon of the Time offers a more arcade-like gameplay experience serving up fast-paced, moment-to-moment action. It also features retro low-poly visuals against the backdrop of the traditional Japanese historical era.

Present and future

The game tells the story of the Demon of Time, sealed for a thousand years, who has now been freed. He grants the ninja Gekko and the samurai Raijin unimaginable powers to help protect his altar. You must defeat them while dealing with waves of enemies wielding weapons from the future. You must also collect five sacred artifacts needed to seal this great evil once more.

The core gameplay in Demon of the Time revolves around arcade shooting mixed with some tactical elements as you defend against waves of enemies across six diverse levels set at multiple locations in ancient Japan. Face a wide variety of enemies and utilize an equally diverse arsenal of weapons as you shoot your way through groups of enemies to reach the demon's altar.

Throughout levels, you will also get to acquire unique abilities and perks that will boost your powers and help in battle. They range from speed boosts, shields, infinite ammo, and a lot more. Now, if all this piques your interest, you will have to wait a while longer as it's not available yet. Demon of the Time is expected to be released some time in Q2 of 2025.

Banish the demon

To sum up, if you like first-person shooters that offer action-packed, arcade-like gameplay, Demon of the Time is an interesting game worth looking into. Defeat waves of enemies using a variety of weapons and skills as you fulfill your mission to seal an ancient demon once more. Keep a lookout for this one and give it a try when it comes out.