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The Blood Of The Dawnwalker: A Bloody New Look
Rebel Wolves showcased gameplay for their upcoming open-world action RPG, The Blood Of The Dawnwalker, during a "Road to Launch" event. The game, developed by former CD Projekt Red employees, features a gothic medieval setting and a protagonist who becomes a vampire by night and wields occult magic by day. The Blood Of The Dawnwalker is set to release on September 3, 2026, for Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and PC.
With The Blood of Dawnwalker release date locked in for September, the countdown is officially on for the new vampire…
The Blood of Dawnwalker, an open-world RPG from Rebel Wolves and Bandai Namco Entertainment, will be released on September 3, 2026. The game features hybrid combat systems and a narrative where choices have significant consequences. The development team includes veterans from CD Projekt Red, with game director Konrad Tomaszkiewicz noting that press hands-on opportunities are expected in June.
"Companies should use AI," says The Blood of Dawnwalker director, but there's an important caveat and a declaration that nothing in this dark fantasy vampire RPG was created using it
Rebel Wolves director Konrad Tomaszkiewicz stated that companies should utilize AI tools to assist developers rather than replace them, emphasizing its use in streamlining tedious tasks. However, a co-founder clarified that no generative AI was used in the creation of their dark fantasy vampire RPG, The Blood of Dawnwalker, which is set to release on September 3rd.
I've seen 90 minutes more of The Blood of Dawnwalker and I'm excited - could this be 2026's breakout RPG?
The Blood of Dawnwalker, an upcoming dark fantasy RPG from Rebel Wolves, showcases a confident and sophisticated approach to gameplay and narrative. Led by former CD Projekt Red director Konrad Tomaszkiewicz, the game features a unique 'narrative sandbox' structure where players shape their own story within a 30-day time limit, playing as a vampire with distinct human and vampire forms and abilities. The preview highlights the game's mature themes, open-ended questing, and a combat system that blends directional attacks with vampiric powers, aiming to offer a fresh experience in the RPG genre.
Dark fantasy vampire RPG The Blood of Dawnwalker gets a release date and an autumn showdown with Fable
The dark fantasy vampire RPG The Blood of Dawnwalker is set to release on September 3, 2026, as announced by publisher Bandai Namco and developer Rebel Wolves. Director Konrad Tomaszkiewicz expressed confidence in the game's quality despite potential competition from titles like Fable and Grand Theft Auto 6. The game features a hybrid human/vampire protagonist with distinct day and night abilities and a flexible RPG structure.
The Blood of Dawnwalker Launches on September 3 | Console Creatures
Bandai Namco and developer Rebel Wolves have announced that The Blood of Dawnwalker will be released on September 3, 2026, for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and PC. The game is set in 14th-century Europe amidst war and the Black Death, where players control Coen, a dawnwalker, on a quest to save his family from a vampire lord.
The Blood of Dawnwalker Launches on September 3 | Console Creatures
Bandai Namco and developer Rebel Wolves have announced that The Blood of Dawnwalker will be released on September 3, 2026. The game is set in 14th-century Europe during a time of chaos and plague, where players control Coen, a dawnwalker caught between human and vampire. It will be available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and PC.
Tales of Arise: Beyond the Dawn Edition gets Alphen character trailer
Bandai Namco Entertainment released a new character trailer for Alphen, the protagonist of Tales of Arise: Beyond the Dawn Edition, ahead of its Nintendo Switch release on May 22nd. This edition includes the base game and the Beyond the Dawn expansion, marking the RPG's debut on a Nintendo platform.
Nintendo has discounted a bunch of its Switch games in new rare sale
Amazon is currently offering a rare sale on digital Nintendo Switch games, featuring discounts on titles like Advance Wars 1+2: Re-Boot Camp, Bayonetta 2, and Metroid Dread. Many games are priced at $40, with select titles available for $30. The sale's end date is not specified, and other publishers like Bandai Namco and Koei Tecmo are also running significant discounts on the Nintendo eShop.
Games Inbox: What new characters will be in the next Smash Bros.?
Readers discuss potential new characters for a future Super Smash Bros. installment, suggesting characters from Resident Evil and other franchises. The discussion also touches on Nintendo's upcoming Direct presentations and the potential for lower-budget sequels for lapsed franchises like Star Fox and F-Zero.
UK software sales chart for the week ending April 25, 2026 – Pragmata and Tomodachi Life in the top 3
The UK software sales chart for the week ending April 25, 2026, shows Pragmata taking the top spot, pushing Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream to third place. Cyberpunk 2077 Ultimate Edition and Resident Evil Requiem also feature in the top 5, with Elden Ring and Tekken 8 following closely.
"More charities than ever are looking at games": Meet Cause+Select, the platform linking the games industry to top charities
Ctrl+Impact founder Wayne Emanuel has launched Cause+Select, a platform designed to connect charities with the video games industry for mutually beneficial partnerships. The platform aims to streamline collaborations, offering charities a way to navigate the gaming space and for developers and publishers to find strategic charitable initiatives. Cause+Select is currently in beta and free for game companies, with charities paying a nominal fee.
Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2 Gets Four Major Content Drops Including Red Zone | HappyGamer
Bandai Namco Entertainment is releasing four major content updates for Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2, including challenging 'Red Zone' events, new stages for Supreme Kai Of Time, a 'Bust Mode' for Ultra Supervillain God Vegeta, and new Battlefield content. This ongoing support for the nearly decade-old fighting game aims to keep both veteran and new players engaged with fresh challenges and progression mechanics.
Bandai Namco Reveals Digimon Story Time Stranger Switch Performance And Resolution
Bandai Namco has revealed the performance specifications for Digimon Story: Cyber Sleuth Complete Edition on the Nintendo Switch and the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2. The Switch version will run at 1080p docked and 720p handheld at up to 30fps, while the Switch 2 will offer both quality and performance modes, with the latter targeting up to 60fps. Owners of the Switch version will receive a free graphical upgrade when playing on the Switch 2.
Digimon Story: Time Stranger Nintendo Switch 2 vs. Switch comparison, more frame rate and resolution details
Digimon Story: Time Stranger will feature different performance modes on the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2, offering up to 4K resolution at 30 FPS or 1080p at 60 FPS, with HDR support in Quality Mode. The original Nintendo Switch version will run at 1080p docked/720p handheld at 30 FPS without 4K or HDR support. The game is set to release on July 10, 2026.
Official PlayStation Podcast Episode 539: Mice and Men
The Official PlayStation Podcast episode 539 covers upcoming game releases like Saros and Neverness to Everness, along with details on Dragon Ball Xenoverse 3 and updates for Helldivers 2 and Gran Turismo 7. The hosts also discuss the cartoon world of Mouse: P.I. for Hire and convenience store snacks.
Little Nightmares VR: Altered Echoes Now Available
Little Nightmares VR: Altered Echoes, a standalone VR experience from ICONIK and Bandai Namco, is now available for PlayStation VR2, Meta Quest, and Steam VR. This new entry expands the series' lore by delving into Dark Six's perspective, introducing new threats, puzzles, and characters. The game aims to provide the most immersive entry in the Little Nightmares series to date.
Tekken players have spent years asking for FF7's Tifa only for rumours to suggest she's been poached by the…
Rumors suggest that Tifa Lockhart, a popular character from Final Fantasy 7, may be added to Street Fighter 6 instead of Tekken 8. Tekken players have long requested Tifa as a playable character, and the appearance of Final Fantasy 16's Clive Rosfield in Tekken 8 has fueled speculation. While unconfirmed, the possibility of Tifa joining Capcom's fighting game has caused a stir in the fighting game community.
You Can Wear a Tales of Vesperia Yuri Lowell Blastia Replica
Bandai Namco Entertainment has opened pre-orders for a replica of Yuri Lowell's Bodhi Blastia accessory from Tales of Vesperia. The metal bangle, priced at 13,200 JPY, features an exact recreation of the in-game design with a red stone and stainless steel construction. It is designed for wearing or display and will release in late July 2026.
Famously streaming-averse Nintendo has finally added the Super Mario Galaxy 1 + 2 OST to Spotify, but the big picture makes it look like a very weird move
Nintendo has made a surprising move by adding a limited selection of Super Mario Galaxy 1 and 2 soundtracks to Spotify, marking its first venture onto a major music streaming service. This decision is unusual given Nintendo's history of promoting its own Nintendo Music app and comes shortly after the release of The Super Mario Bros. Movie, suggesting a potential marketing tie-in.
