Lost Soul Aside: Exclusive Interview on PS5 & PC Action

After nearly a decade in development, Lost Soul Aside is finally poised for launch. Initially the brainchild of solo developer Yang Bing, this ambitious project has blossomed into a major Sony-published title under the company's "China Hero Project." Bing now leads the Shanghai-based studio Ultizero Games as its founder and CEO.

With the May 30th release date on PlayStation 5 and PC fast approaching, IGN had the opportunity to speak with Yang Bing about the long and winding road to launch. Years of development culminated in this single-player action game, evolving from a solo creator's vision to a captivating trailer reveal at Sony's State of Play. The hype surrounding Lost Soul Aside has steadily grown, with many praising its exciting blend of Final Fantasy-esque characters and Devil May Cry-inspired combat – a comparison that emerged even after Yang Bing's initial reveal video went viral in 2016.

With the assistance of a translator, IGN explored the early origins of Lost Soul Aside, its inspirational sources, the challenges faced by the team over the years, and much more.