The Blood of Dawnwalker Details Reveal a Dark Fantasy RPG Driven by Choice and Time

August 22, 2026 Marc Szymanski

From developer Rebel Wolves and publisher Bandai Namco Entertainment comes The Blood of Dawnwalker, an open-world dark fantasy action RPG set in a 14th-century Europe ravaged by bloody conflicts and the Black Death. Amidst the chaos, creatures of the night have seized the opportunity to step out of the shadows, effectively turning ancient legends into reality. Additionally, The Blood of Dawnwalker will be available on PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X|S.

Players step into the shoes of Coen, a young man recently transformed into a dawnwalker who must tread the precarious line between humanity and darkness. Ultimately, the game challenges you to choose between retaining your mortal soul or embracing cursed supernatural powers to save your family. Because of this, the entire narrative actively shifts and responds based on your actions, choices, and alliances.

What We Can Expect

Shape Your Own Narrative: Experience a non-linear story where your choices, alliances, and quests dictate how the plot unfolds and how the world reacts.
Dynamic Day and Night Cycles: Adapt to two completely different gameplay loops. Switch between human swordplay by day and supernatural vampire abilities by night.
Consequences That Matter: Manage your time wisely as your family’s days are numbered. Thus, every quest you choose to take (or ignore) brings you closer to the ultimate conclusion.
A Hand-Crafted Open World: Explore a visually stunning dark fantasy setting powered by Unreal Engine 5, featuring lush forests, treacherous swamps, and sprawling medieval settlements.

My Thoughts

A buddy of mine asked about this game, so I checked out the trailer. It hits all my favorite notes: a scary setting, gore, intense battles, and a development team from Poland! Furthermore, the time-dependent dual playstyle keeps the experience fresh. The dark family dynamic is ripe with compelling storylines. I am definitely looking forward to launch day!

Check out this awesome looking overview!