The release window comes by way of an all-new trailer for the game, which shows off the game's modern day setting and some of the title's new characters, enemies, and weapons.

In addition, Mercury Steam today confirmed the game will feature open-world elements.

Mercury Steam's Enric Alvarez explained that, "In Lords of Shadow 2, you'll be able to walk freely all over the game's universe without loading times and with a very organic and real feeling."

Lastly, the new Lords of Shadow 2 trailer hints that Star Trek actor Patrick Stewart will reprise his role as Zobek in the new game.

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