Shadow of the Beast for PS4 English physical release coming to Asia

Sony Interactive Entertainment Japan Asia will release a physical version of its upcoming Heavy Spectrum-developed Shadow of the Beast for PlayStation 4 in Asia, the company announced.

The Asian physical release will feature both English and Chinese subtitles and is due out later this month. Play-Asia has pre-orders open for $19.99.

Here’s a rundown of the game, via PlayStation.com:

About

A bold reimagining of the 1989 Amiga classic, Shadow of the Beast unveils a universe where futuristic technology and ancient empires dwell side by side.

Ferocious Combat

Without pity; without mercy. Take control of the beast Aarbron and unleash an unstoppable tide of brutality on all who stand between you and your vengeance.

Tear your way through entire armies, exploring ancient lands in search of the evil mage Maletoth. Draw strength from slaughter; spill the blood of armed regiments and monstrous hordes alike to fuel your frenzy and unlock brutal new attacks and takedowns.

Bring out your dead! Devour the souls of fallen friends to gain powerful enchantments or summon their shadows to aid in battle. Collect arcane talismans to augment your skills and master Aarbron’s brutal techniques to cut down your enemies.

Stunning Environments

Traverse the mystical world of Karamoon, vaulting chasms, scaling rock faces and dodging lethal traps as you march onward. A bold reimagining of the 1989 Amiga classic, Shadow of the Beast unveils a universe where futuristic technology and ancient empires dwell side by side.

If you prefer digital, Shadow of the Beast is due out for PlayStation 4 via the PlayStation Store in North America and Europe on May 17.