Publisher Bandai Namco and developer Rebel Wolves have released a 21-minute gameplay video for The Blood of Dawnwalker, showcasing some of the game’s features and mechanics.
Here is a description of the title:
The Blood of Dawnwalker is an open-world action RPG set in dark fantasy 14th century Europe. You are Coen, human by day, vampire by night, fighting to save your family in a story shaped by your actions and the secrets you uncover.
Europe, 14th Century. Bloody conflicts spread across the lands, and the bubonic plague claims the survivors. It is a time of weakness… and that is what they needed. They emerge from the shadows and seize what was denied to them for centuries: freedom and the power that comes with it. Other creatures of the night follow suit. Legends become reality. History as we know it will never be the same.
You play as Coen, a young man transformed into a Dawnwalker (Penumbro), living eternally on the threshold between the daylight world and the night realm. Fight for your humanity or embrace the cursed powers to save your family. Whatever your choice, the question remains: is your soul worth your loved ones’ lives?
Game Features
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- Experience and shape the narrative your way. Embark on a journey to save your family or swear vengeance against your lord and destroy everyone in your path. Uncover ancient secrets hidden in the valley. Attack impulsively or take risks by preparing thoroughly. Go solo or seek allies to forge unlikely partnerships.
- Face two distinct gameplay cycles offering unique abilities to choose from, mysteries to unravel, and diverse ways to achieve goals. Test different approaches to discover how the world reacts to your actions.
- Every action, or inaction, shapes the world around you. Your family’s days are numbered—each mission advances time, bringing their end closer. Choose carefully who to aid and who to abandon. You don’t have time for everyone. The world waits for no one. And neither does the villain.
- Defy gravity, wield nature’s voracious force, and harness supernatural vampiric abilities. Or brandish your sword using potent magic to face foes as a human. Experiment with and adapt to your day-night transformations—embracing their respective strengths and weaknesses.
- Venture across this open world and discover all it offers. Roam lush forests, vast plains, treacherous swamps, steep mountains, and medieval settlements. Brave forgotten ruins, uncover remnants of ancient civilizations, and reveal truths that perhaps should have stayed buried.
- Experience a new saga born from RPG passion. Immerse yourself in a visually stunning world powered by cutting-edge Unreal Engine 5 technology.
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The Blood of Dawnwalker releases in 2026 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, and PC.
