The Blood of Dawnwalker just held its game reveal event, and it has unveiled more about the upcoming game. Dive into the details of this open-world dark fantasy action-RPG!
Welcome to Vale Sangora
The Blood of Dawnwalker officially unveiled its game reveal event on January 16th, shedding light on the highly anticipated open-world dark fantasy action-RPG with a strong narrative focus.
Step into the shoes of Coen, the Dawnwalker protagonist, navigating the thin line between day and night in the fictional 14th-century Medieval European setting of Vale Sangora. Narrative director Jakub Szamalek portrays Coen as an unconventional protagonist, describing him as "a young guy who at heart is emotional, can get vulnerable, and is honest about how he feels." The trailer introduces Coen's conflict with Brencis, an ancient vampire who has taken control of Vale Sangora. In this grim world where human civilization teeters on the brink, Coen embarks on a desperate mission to save his family within a stringent timeline of 30 days and 30 nights. The developers assure that the game's time flow will allow for extensive gameplay hours.
The reveal trailer showcases Coen's superhuman abilities, such as sliding down skyscrapers unscathed and swiftly phasing between enemies, thanks to his vampiric traits. He also wields magic, commanding magic missiles. With the game still in its early stages, many fan questions remain unanswered.
Rebel Wolves, the developers behind The Blood of Dawnwalker, have utilized Discord to address fan queries. Following the game reveal event, a dedicated FAQ channel emerged on the game's official Discord server to clarify common concerns.
So, what exactly are Dawnwalkers? These beings appear human during the day but transform into vampires at night. Rebel Wolves clarifies that Dawnwalkers are not simply hybrids; they are uniquely positioned between humans and vampires. Moreover, the magic system in the game will not feature the typical "flashy" spells common in fantasy settings. Instead, it focuses on the occult, including rituals, amulets, relics, and summonings, rather than fireballs or lightning bolts.
A Narrative Sandbox Experience With Lots Of People To Meet
Coen, afflicted with the curse of silver poisoning, is on a mission to save his family from impending doom. However, the game's developers emphasize that The Blood of Dawnwalker will offer a "narrative sandbox" experience. This means players will have significant control over the narrative, with "maximum emphasis on player's agency and freedom to explore storylines" with one clear goal but numerous paths to achieve it. The game promises a non-linear experience where the world evolves based on player choices.
To maintain the integrity of this single-player campaign, there will be no multiplayer or co-op modes. Yet, to enrich Coen's journey, the game includes romanceable characters, ensuring he's not alone in this dark adventure. Players will encounter a variety of races, including uriashi, kobolds, and possibly even werewolves.
Rebel Wolves, comprised of former CD Projekt Red developers who contributed to The Witcher 3 and Cyberpunk 2077, have yet to announce a release window for The Blood of Dawnwalker. However, the game is confirmed to launch on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S.
