Announced back in May 2025 with stunning Unreal Engine 5 visuals and a Victorian-era aesthetic, the game casts players as a sharp-minded detective returning to the opulent yet decaying metropolis of Silvernia to unravel deep-seated conspiracies amid blurred lines between reality and fable.
Set for release on consoles, PC, iOS, and Android, though no launch date has been confirmed, Silver Palace blends detective investigation, dynamic combat, and expansive open-world exploration in a world of gilded streets hiding dark secrets.
The New "Monotype" Beta Test Trailer
Accompanying the announcement is a gripping new trailer that plunges viewers into Silvernia's shadowy underbelly. Opening with ash-scrawled words on walls and a chilling nod to Edgar Allan Poe's "The Raven" - "Tis some visitor tapping at your chamber door" - the cinematic showcases fog-shrouded Victorian alleys, enigmatic figures in top hats and cloaks, and bursts of violet ethereal energy signaling supernatural threats. Quick cuts reveal anime-inspired characters with heterochromatic eyes and intricate designs locked in tense standoffs, hints of fluid combat against winged horrors and fiery apparitions, and a pervasive atmosphere of gothic horror fused with steampunk grandeur. The trailer's haunting visuals and ominous narration build hype for the detective's quest through splendor and decay.
Beta Test Details and How to Sign Up
This small-scale closed beta is PC-exclusive (Windows only), features a full data wipe at the end, and includes no in-game purchases, focusing purely on feedback. Participants must be 18 or older. Recommended specs include an Intel Core i7-12700 CPU, NVIDIA RTX 3060 GPU (or equivalent AMD), 16GB RAM, and 60GB SSD storage.
To apply:
- Head to the official site: silverpalace.elementagames.com/en-us
- Click the prominent "Sign up for Test" button.
- Complete the form (recruitment closes January 5, 2026, at 16:00 UTC).
- Successful applicants will be notified via email post-deadline; check eligibility on the site later.
Bonus chances come from engaging official social media events. For questions, email service_global@elementagames.com.
Games Silver Palace Might Be Inspired By
The beta sign-up survey includes a key question gauging player experience: "Which of the following PC/console games have you played for over 20 hours? *If there is no match, please select 【Other】 and enter 'None'. Choose as many as you like." This list of 20 titles offers clues to Silver Palace's design influences, heavy on demanding action combat, vast open worlds, and narrative-driven RPGs.
| Category | Games |
|---|---|
| Soulslikes / Challenging Action | B: DARK SOULS Series E: Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice G: Nioh 2 P: Bloodborne T: ELDEN RING |
| Open-World Action RPGs | I: The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt J: Assassin's Creed Series: Origins / Odyssey / Valhalla / Shadows K: Marvel's Spider-Man Series M: The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild / Tears of the Kingdom O: Hogwarts Legacy R: God of War Series |
| Monster Hunting / Combat-Focused | D: Monster Hunter Series N: Black Myth: Wukong |
| Gacha / Exploration Open Worlds | S: Genshin Impact C: Wuthering Waves |
| Story/Action Benchmarks | A: FINAL FANTASY VII REMAKE / REBIRTH F: Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 H: Yakuza Series (including remakes) L: Where Winds Meet Q: Grand Theft Auto Series |
These picks point to Silver Palace drawing from soulslike precision in combat (parries, stamina management), seamless open-world traversal like Zelda or Witcher, and combo-heavy action from God of War or Nioh, all tailored to its detective ARPG framework in a gothic urban sprawl. Expect tough boss fights, exploration rewards, and story choices amid Silvernia's mysteries.
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