The Blood of Dawnwalker gets a story trailer, gameplay presentation, system requirements and more!

Bandai Namco and Rebel Wolves’ open world action RPG, The Blood of Dawnwalker, has been a long time coming, and with the latest media and info dump it seems we’re finally getting there.

The Unreal Engine 5-powered title is officially set for a September 3rd, 2026 release date for the PC, PS5 and Xbox Series X, and pre-orders are now available worldwide.  For those looking for something a bit more than the standard version, Bandai Namco revealed some details for various editions including the Collector’s Edition, Day 1 Edition, Eclipse Edition and others.  And for those looking to pick up the PC version, they also dropped system requirements as seen below.

Check out the new story trailer, and that in-depth nearly hour-long Road to Launch developer overview and gameplay presentation, a handful of fresh screens and more.  Make sure to pre-order The Blood of the Dawnwalker right here at Amazon.

The Blood of Dawnwalker – Road to Launch Event:

Watch the new The Blood of Dawnwalker story trailer:

The Blood of Dawnwalker – new screens:

Rebel Wolves, together with Bandai Namco Entertainment America Inc., today revealed a wealth of new information about The Blood of Dawnwalker. The dark fantasy open world action RPG will launch on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S on September 3, with pre-orders now available digitally and at major game retailers. The Road to Launch Event also showcased new gameplay footage, story details, game system requirements and more. Additional details can be found on the official website: dawnwalkergame.com.

he new The Blood of Dawnwalker story trailer introduces a cast of characters that game protagonist Coen will encounter on his journey: Some will become allies, others enemies, yet all of them play a crucial role in the game’s story. Rebel Wolves also showcased never-before-seen locations across Vale Sangora, a mysterious region in the Carpathian Mountains, and offered deeper insight into the creative process behind bringing the game’s open world to life.

The developers also revealed over 10 minutes of footage captured on the most recent PC build, focusing on narrative-driven open-world activities. Players were shown how exploration can unlock new abilities, reveal hidden secrets, or introduce unexpected challenges that may alter the course of their journey. The gameplay also demonstrated how player actions influence the balance of power within the valley, reinforcing the game’s core principle: in The Blood of Dawnwalker, every action carries consequences.

All of the presented features, gameplay mechanics, and story details are explained in depth by members of the Rebel Wolves team, including Piotr Kucharski (Writer), Daria Bury-Zawada (Lead Gameplay Animator), Maciej Wiśniewski (Senior Level Designer), and Dorota Rutkowska (Producer).

The developers also prepared a behind-the-scenes video featuring former UFC champion Jan Błachowicz, who contributed to motion capture performances for one of the game’s antagonists, Bakir, a vampire from Brencis’ clique. In the feature, Błachowicz explains how his combat expertise helped bring authenticity and weight to the game’s fight sequences, ensuring that every swing, stab, and punch feels impactful and believable.

Pre-orders are now available for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. Details about the upcoming editions, including the limited Collector’s Edition, have also been revealed. In addition to the standard digital edition and the Day One Edition available worldwide, players can purchase the Eclipse Edition, which includes digital bonuses such as a world compendium, game soundtrack, and a comic book. For preorder details, PC system requirements and other details, visit the official website.

Finally, players got to hear a brand-new piece of music from the game in “Uphill Battle,” presented as a music video featuring the musicians behind The Blood of Dawnwalker’s soundtrack. The full recording from the Road to Launch Event is available here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TX17mPX3cew&t=2366s

The Blood of Dawnwalker, the first game by Rebel Wolves, is developed using Unreal® Engine 5 and published by Bandai Namco Entertainment America Inc.