Five Reasons to Play Unknown 9: Awakening Right Now

Unknown 9: Awakening Launches Today on Xbox Series X | S and Xbox One!

Get ready to dive into the unknown as Unknown 9: Awakening is now available on Xbox Series X | S and Xbox One! Will you be brave enough to join Haroona on her quest for vengeance and knowledge?

Discover the Cinematic Launch Trailer below and prepare for an epic journey filled with mystery and adventure.


Take the Lead Alongside Anya Chalotra who Plays Haroona

In Unknown 9: Awakening, the protagonist Haroona is brought to life by the talented Anya Chalotra, known for her role as Yennefer of Vengerberg in The Witcher. Creative Director Christophe Rossignol expresses the privilege of working with Chalotra and highlights her dedication to shaping Haroona’s character.

Experience the magic of Chalotra’s portrayal by immersing yourself in the world of Unknown 9: Awakening. Watch the video below to see more insights into the character.


Command Every Battle by Stepping Into your Enemies

Unleash the power of Stepping in Unknown 9, a unique skill that allows you to control your enemies by projecting your consciousness into their bodies. Use this ability strategically to outmaneuver your foes and secure victory.

Take advantage of Stepping tokens earned through combat to manipulate the battlefield and set up devastating attacks. Whether you prefer crowd control tactics or reshaping the fight in your favor, Stepping offers a versatile approach to combat.


Customize your Playstyle Using Haroona’s Umbric Abilities

Delve into Haroona’s Umbric arsenal to unleash a variety of powers and abilities in Unknown 9: Awakening. Senior Game Designer Yoan Le Souder explains the mechanics behind using Umbric energy to block attacks and weaponize your surroundings.

Go Stealth

  • Utilize the Shroud ability to turn invisible and dismantle enemy technology.
  • Draw enemies to isolated locations with Umbric energy and execute a stealthy takedown.

Fight It Out

  • Employ Haroona’s Crush, Push, and Pull abilities to dominate the battlefield.
  • Clear paths, reel in enemies, and finish them off using Umbric and Burst attacks.

A Combined Approach

Experiment with different playstyles to find the perfect blend of stealth, combat, and Stepping in Unknown 9: Awakening. Game Designer Anna Karina Bermudez shares her preferred strategy for taking down enemies with a mix of tactics.

Explore Exotic Locations

Embark on a global adventure in Unknown 9: Awakening as you traverse the deserts of Mauritania, the streets of Chamiri, the jungles of India, the mountains of northern India, and beyond. Discover unique and mysterious landscapes rarely seen in other games.

While Awakening follows a linear structure, there’s still room for exploration to uncover hidden secrets and earn valuable skill points.

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Your Gateway to the Larger Universe of Unknown 9

Immerse yourself in the vast universe of Unknown 9 starting with Unknown 9: Awakening. While the game’s narrative stands on its own, it is part of a connected universe that expands across various media.

Next week, dive deeper into the story with Unknown 9: Passage, a web series set aboard the SS Talaria, filled with mysterious events and characters. Look out for Issue #2 of the Unknown 9: Torment comic book series and the final installment of Layton Green’s Genesis Trilogy.

Uncover crossovers, backstories, and secrets within the Unknown 9: Nexus interactive experience to fully experience the rich narrative universe waiting to be explored.

Are you prepared to venture into the Unknown and unravel the mysteries that await you? Start your journey with Unknown 9: Awakening on Xbox today!