Asobo Studio has released the official story trailer for Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy, confirming a launch date of Aug. 27, 2026 [1].
The upcoming title expands the franchise's lore by exploring a previously untold chapter of the series' history. By introducing a new protagonist and setting, the developer aims to broaden the narrative scope of the action-adventure world.
The game follows the journey of Sophia, who travels to the Minotaur's Island to confront an awakened curse [1], [2], [3]. This installment serves as a prequel to the existing series, with the story taking place 15 years [2] before the events of A Plague Tale: Requiem.
Gameplay footage showcased in the trailer highlights a third-person perspective and an emphasis on narrative exploration [1], [2]. The setting of the Minotaur's Island provides a new environment for the series' signature blend of stealth, and puzzle-solving elements [1], [3].
Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy will be available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via the Steam and Epic Games Store [1], [3]. The studio released the trailer in June 2026 to build momentum ahead of the late August release [1], [2].
This release marks Asobo Studio's return to the series, utilizing the legacy of the previous titles to establish a new entry. The studio focused the trailer on the game's narrative stakes and the mystery of the awakened curse to generate excitement among existing fans and new players [1], [2].
“The story is set 15 years before A Plague Tale: Requiem.”
By positioning Resonance as a prequel set 15 years prior to Requiem, Asobo Studio is leveraging a 'legacy' strategy to expand its intellectual property. This allows the developer to explore new mythology—such as the Minotaur's Island—without contradicting the established timeline of the original protagonists, effectively resetting the narrative stakes for a new generation of players.
