Bandai Namco and Polish developer Rebel Wolves have pulled back the curtain on The Blood of Dawnwalker, a dark fantasy action-RPG set to arrive in 2026. Revealed during the Xbox Games Showcase at Summer Game Fest, this medieval vampire adventure tasks players with guiding Coen, a young man cursed to live as a “Dawnwalker” — human by day, vampire by night — on a desperate mission to save his family in the plague-ravaged kingdom of Vale Sangora.
The gameplay trailer, packed with cinematic flair, showcased lush forests, crumbling castles, and brutal combat against towering vampire lords. Built on Unreal Engine 5, the world reacts dynamically to the time of day: villages bask in sunshine before descending into shadow when Coen’s bloodlust awakens. Rebel Wolves co-founder and director Konrad Tomaszkiewicz describes the 30-day cycle as a core mechanic, where every quest, dialogue choice, and combat encounter influences the outcome — promising multiple endings.
Fans hungry for more will get a deep dive on June 21, as Rebel Wolves hosts a 15-minute gameplay reveal timed to the summer solstice. Expect developers to break down the game’s signature magic system, traversal mechanics, and visceral weapon-based combat — complete with bone-shattering finishers that honor the series’ gothic roots.
Beyond storytelling, The Blood of Dawnwalker combines open-world exploration with RPG staples: customizable skill trees, gear crafting from mystical vampire artifacts, and political intrigue among human factions desperate to reclaim power. Long-time followers will spot nods to Eastern European folklore — from Carpathian mountain spirits to clandestine vampire cults — while newcomers can jump straight into a narrative penned by writer Jakub Szamalek.
Rebel Wolves’ pedigree shines through: the studio is staffed with former CD Projekt Red veterans who worked on The Witcher 3, injecting both narrative depth and technical polish. Early looks hint at branching side quests, rich NPC interactions, and a soundtrack blending haunting choral themes with folk instrumentation.
The Blood of Dawnwalker is confirmed for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC via Steam and Microsoft Store. Pre-orders and deluxe editions — featuring artbooks, a digital soundtrack, and exclusive in-game skins — are expected to open alongside beta sign-ups later this year.
With its blend of visceral combat, time-driven storytelling, and a richly crafted medieval world, The Blood of Dawnwalker stands out as one of the boldest RPGs on the horizon. Mark your calendars: when the sun sets on Vale Sangora, a new legend is born.
