Rebel Wolves, formed by ex-CD Projekt RED developers, has announced their RPG, The Blood of Dawnwalker, set for a 2023 release. Players will explore a vast vampiric fantasy world as Coen, a hybrid character tasked with saving his family in 30 in-game days. The game emphasizes strategic gameplay over frantic time constraints, allowing for exploration beyond the deadline. It will be available on PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC, with more gameplay footage expected this summer.
At the start of the week, an intriguing new RPG was unveiled that has captured the attention of gamers everywhere. Rebel Wolves, a studio founded by former CD Projekt RED developers, has officially announced their upcoming title, The Blood of Dawnwalker, which is set to launch in 2023. On Monday, we were treated to additional details that raised our excitement: an expansive open world steeped in vampiric fantasy, critical decision-making, and a unique narrative that unfolds over a 30-day period in-game. However, the Polish development team has made it clear that they intend for players to engage with the game thoughtfully, rather than recklessly, ensuring that strategic gameplay remains at the forefront.
Discovering The Blood of Dawnwalker
For those who caught the presentation of The Blood of Dawnwalker, the European team’s vision revolves around Coen, a downtrodden character navigating a medieval realm plagued by religion, destitution, disease, and the looming threat of vampires. As a Dawnwalker—a hybrid of vampire and human—Coen is tasked with the monumental challenge of saving his family within a span of 30 days and nights. However, the studio has been keen to clarify that this is not a frantic race against time or a speedrun experience.
The concept behind The Blood of Dawnwalker is undeniably captivating, even as we await further updates. While a specific release date has yet to be announced, the game is confirmed for PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC, leveraging the impressive capabilities of Unreal Engine 5. Rebel Wolves has promised to showcase the first full and extended gameplay footage during the summer, so we must exercise a little patience.
Exploration Beyond the 30-Day Challenge
The premise of The Blood of Dawnwalker may evoke memories of Dead Rising 2, where players had a limited 72 hours to rescue a loved one from a zombie apocalypse. However, Rebel Wolves aims to reassure players that they can immerse themselves in the richly crafted world without the pressure of a ticking clock.
Mateusz Greiner, a member of the public relations team at Rebel Wolves, noted that players will receive clear alerts when an action triggers time constraints. Nonetheless, taking a moment to appreciate the starlit skies of the medieval Europe they’ve designed will never feel like wasted time. Furthermore, it’s important to highlight that reaching the 30-day milestone will not automatically conclude the game. Although Greiner was unable to elaborate on how the time limit will influence gameplay, it appears that the narrative will offer more freedom than initially suggested, allowing players to continue exploring the vast world beyond this timeframe, complete with all the resulting narrative implications.
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