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"The thematics of Bond are often: beware of utopia" - 007: First Light art director says developer IO Interactive hasn't used any generative AI to make it
IO Interactive's art director Rasmus Poulsen confirmed that the upcoming James Bond game, 007: First Light, is not using generative AI in its development. This stance aligns with other developers like Rebel Wolves, who have also stated their games are not created with generative AI. The discussion highlights the ongoing debate surrounding AI's role in game creation, with some advocating for its use as a tool to assist developers rather than replace them.
Ex-Witcher Dev's Dawnwalker RPG Is 55-70 Hours Long, Despite the Game's 'Time Limit'
Rebel Wolves CEO Konrad Tomaszkiewicz has clarified that The Blood of Dawnwalker's "time limit" functions as a progression system rather than a strict rush mechanic, with consequences for running out of time but not necessarily a game over. Current playtests indicate the RPG will take between 55 and 70 hours to complete, featuring multiple endings and solutions.
Former Witcher 3 Devs Set September Release for Vampire RPG | HappyGamer
Rebel Wolves, a studio founded by veterans of The Witcher 3, has announced a September 3 release date for their debut title, The Blood of Dawnwalker, on PlayStation 5. This vampire RPG features a unique 30-day in-game time limit that impacts gameplay and encourages meaningful player choices. The developers aim to balance urgency with exploration, drawing inspiration from mechanics like those in Majora's Mask.
Witcher 3 Director Says Studios Should Embrace GenAI, But Not To Replace People
The Witcher 3 game director Konrad Tomaszkiewicz stated that game studios should embrace generative AI to assist developers, not replace them. His studio, Rebel Wolves, used AI for early voice work in The Blood of Dawnwalker but confirmed no AI-generated assets will be in the final game. The discussion also touched on the controversial use of AI in other titles like Crimson Desert and Clair Obscur: Expedition 33.
The Witcher 3 director says Crimson Desert clearly isn't "story heavy," but it "can achieve totally different emotions" by focusing on exploration and "RPG things"
Konrad Tomaszkiewicz, director of The Witcher 3, believes Crimson Desert achieves emotional depth through exploration and "RPG things" rather than a heavy story. He notes the industry's return to diverse game experiences, reminiscent of the '90s, and expresses his passion for creating RPGs as art.
The Blood of Dawnwalker system requirements revealed
Rebel Wolves has revealed the system requirements for their upcoming vampiric RPG, The Blood of Dawnwalker, set to launch on September 3. The game will require 16GB of RAM even for minimum settings, with higher-end configurations recommended for 1080p and 1440p resolutions.
The Blood of Dawnwalker lets you complete areas in any order, kill any NPCs you like, and still complete the game after failing every quest: 'We're giving even more freedom to players'
Rebel Wolves' upcoming RPG, The Blood of Dawnwalker, aims to offer unprecedented player freedom, allowing players to complete the game even after failing quests or killing NPCs. Director Konrad Tomaszkiewicz and creative director Mateusz Tomaszkiewicz explain that the game's structure, inspired by classic RPGs like Fallout, ensures progression is always possible regardless of player choices. The game is set to launch on September 3, 2026.
Choices and consequences in The Blood of Dawnwalker, out September 3
Rebel Wolves showcased an extended demo of its open-world RPG, The Blood of Dawnwalker, set for release on PlayStation 5 on September 3. The game features a 30-day time limit for major actions, with consequences for player choices impacting the narrative and multiple endings. The developers emphasized balancing the time pressure to avoid player frustration while maintaining a sense of urgency.
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.
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.
The Witcher 3 Director Set Up His New RPG Studio To Make Something ‘Meaningful’
Konrad Tomaszkiewicz, director of The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, has established a new RPG studio with the goal of creating a 'meaningful' game. His upcoming title, The Blood of Dawnwalker, aims to be a milestone for the industry.
"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.
The Blood of Dawnwalker gets a late summer release date, system requirements, and another, very Witchery, gameplay look-in
Rebel Wolves, founded by The Witcher 3 director Konrad Tomaszkiewicz, has announced a September 3rd, 2026 release date for their debut title, The Blood of Dawnwalker. The game features combat that shifts between swordplay during the day and vampire powers at night, with a quest system influenced by player actions and an infamy meter. System requirements for PC were also revealed.
Witcher 3 Director Says His Vampire Game "Couldn't" Be Made At CD Projekt Red Or Another Established Studio
Konrad Tomaszkiewicz, director of the upcoming vampire game The Blood of the Dawnwalker and former co-director of The Witcher 3 and Cyberpunk 2077, stated that its innovative narrative sandbox and time-loop mechanics likely wouldn't have been possible at CD Projekt Red or other established studios. He believes larger companies often prioritize familiar concepts over truly fresh ideas due to player and stakeholder expectations. Tomaszkiewicz founded Rebel Wolves to pursue such original concepts, aiming to take bigger risks for potentially groundbreaking results.
The Blood Of Dawnwalker PC Requirements Revealed - See If Your PC Has Graphical Fangs
The PC requirements for the upcoming action RPG The Blood of Dawnwalker have been revealed, with a September 3 release date. Developer Rebel Wolves, founded by former CD Projekt Red director Konrad Tomaszkiewicz, detailed specifications for various performance targets, emphasizing the need for powerful GPUs for higher resolutions and frame rates, especially without upscaling technologies like DLSS or FSR. The game will also launch on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S.
The Blood of Dawnwalker Launches on September 3rd for $70
Rebel Wolves announced that their debut title, The Blood of Dawnwalker, will launch on September 3rd for Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, and PC, priced at $69.99. Directed by Konrad Tomaszkiewicz, the open-world RPG is set in a 14th-century kingdom overrun by vampires, where the protagonist is turned into a unique Dawnwalker with daytime vampiric abilities. Players will manage swordplay and vampiric hunger over a 30-day in-game period to save their family.
The Blood of Dawnwalker Won’t End After 30 In-Game Days, But “The Circumstances Will Change”
The Blood of Dawnwalker will not end after 30 in-game days, but the circumstances will change, potentially leading to multiple endings. Producer Dorota Rutkowska and senior level designer Maciej Wiśniewski confirmed that player choices will impact the world, such as permanent forge closures if a blacksmith is killed. The game launches September 3rd for Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, and PC.
The Blood of Dawnwalker “Road to Launch” Livestream Planned for April 28
Rebel Wolves and Bandai Namco will host a "Road to Launch" livestream for their dark fantasy action RPG, The Blood of Dawnwalker, on April 28. The stream will reveal the game's release date, showcase new open-world gameplay, a story trailer, system requirements, and developer insights. The Blood of Dawnwalker is set to release for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC.
The Blood of Dawnwalker to Host Road to Launch Event on April 28, Set to Reveal New Details and a Release
Publisher Bandai Namco and developer Rebel Wolves will host a "Road to Launch Event" on April 28th to reveal new details about their action RPG, The Blood of Dawnwalker. The stream will showcase a new story trailer, the game's release date, and gameplay features. The game is set in 14th-century Europe amidst war and the Black Death, with players controlling a dawnwalker named Coen. The Blood of Dawnwalker is confirmed for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S this year.
