Nihon Falcom has formally announced Kyoto Xanadu, the long-anticipated sequel to Tokyo Xanadu, and confirmed a PlayStation 5 release window of this summer. The reveal arrived in a Nintendo Direct trailer, with coverage reported by Push Square.

Kyoto Xanadu continues Falcom's focus on fast-paced action role-playing, presenting a new setting in Kyoto and a combat emphasis on real-time slashing. The announcement highlights Falcom's pedigree as the studio behind the Trails and Ys series.

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Details beyond the platform and seasonal window remain limited. The Nintendo Direct trailer provides an early look at characters and combat, while a full release date, pricing and further platform information are expected to follow ahead of launch.

Following the announcement, Falcom's sequel has been positioned as one of the more notable action-RPG releases for the year, with more information likely to emerge in the coming months.