New Details About The Blood of Dawnwalker Game

Rebel Wolves studio has unveiled details about their upcoming vampire RPG, emphasizing a key feature: the protagonist's duality. Project director Konrad Tomaszkiewicz describes the character as a modern-day Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde, a concept largely unexplored in video games. This duality, he believes, will offer a unique layer of surrealism and a fresh perspective for players.

A significant design challenge involves balancing the character's human and vampiric states. Tomaszkiewicz acknowledges the risk of alienating players accustomed to standard RPG mechanics by having a protagonist who is, at times, a completely ordinary human without superpowers. This deliberate contrast, however, is central to the game's design. The team is carefully considering which established RPG conventions to maintain and which to adapt or even discard.

The studio recognizes the conservative nature of RPG fans and the potential for controversy even with minor deviations from established norms. Tomaszkiewicz cites Kingdom Come: Deliverance's schnapps-dependent save system as an example of how even seemingly small changes can elicit mixed reactions. This experience informs their approach to balancing innovation with player expectations.

The game's gameplay premiere is slated for Summer 2025.