How about we awaken the vampire within us? That's exactly what The Blood of Dawnwalker offers, the open-world dark fantasy action RPG developed byRebel Wolves and published by Bandai Namco. Scheduled for release onPC, PS5, and Xbox Series at a date yet to be announced, the game plunges players into an alternate 14th century, a dark universe where the rise of vampires has led to the fall of the feudal lords.
"In a land devastated by bloody conflict, the Black Death comes for the survivors. In the aftermath of disasters that have claimed thousands of victims, humanity struggles to survive. A moment of weakness... That's all they needed. Vampires jump at the chance. They emerge from the shadows to seize what has eluded them for centuries: freedom and the power it brings. Other creatures of the night follow suit. Legends become reality and change the course of history. You play the role of Coen, a young man transformed into a Penumbral: neither quite human nor quite vampire, between the world of day and the kingdom of night. Defend your humanity or drape yourself in your cursed powers to save your family. Whatever your choice, the question remains: are you willing to pay with your soul for the salvation of your loved ones?
Developed under Unreal Engine 5, The Blood of Dawnwalker tells the story of Coen, a young man who has become a Dawnwalker, a creature oscillating between humanity and vampirism. Players will have 30 days and 30 nights to decide the fate of their family, or turn to a quest for vengeance. "Inspired by classic RPGs, we want players to feel a sense of urgency in an open-world game," explains Konrad Tomaszkiewicz, co-founder of Rebel Wolves and director of The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, in a statement. Each quest influences the time available, offering a unique experience with each playthrough thanks to what the team calls a "narrative sandbox".
The game's universe, set in 14th-century Europe ravaged by the Black Death and bloody conflicts, is a striking one, as its new trailer shows. The opening cinematic, set two years before the events of the game, introduces Coen, his sister Lunka, and the vampire lord Brencis. This context highlights the moral dilemmas and gameplay mechanics based on the passage from day to night, offering varied abilities and scenarios depending on the moment.
With its dynamic narrative and meaningful choices, The Blood of Dawnwalker looks set to offer a unique experience in the action-RPG genre. A gameplay presentation is scheduled for June 21, revealing more details about this ambitious project. And we'll be there...
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