New Details About The Blood of Dawnwalker Game

Rebel Wolves studio has unveiled details about their upcoming vampire RPG, highlighting the central theme of duality in their protagonist. Project director Konrad Tomaszkiewicz describes the character as a modern interpretation of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde, a concept largely unexplored in video games. This duality, he believes, will introduce a compelling layer of surrealism, offering a unique gaming experience.

A key element of this duality involves the character's periods of ordinary humanity, devoid of supernatural powers. This intentional contrast, Tomaszkiewicz explains, will be carefully implemented to avoid confusing players accustomed to standard RPG mechanics. The challenge lies in balancing innovation with player expectations; altering familiar elements requires careful consideration.

Tomaszkiewicz uses Kingdom Come: Deliverance's controversial schnapps-dependent save system as an example of how even seemingly minor changes can spark significant player debate. This underscores the studio's commitment to finding the right balance between fresh gameplay and respecting genre conventions.

The gameplay premiere is slated for Summer 2025.