Witcher-Level Quality Ambitions for 'Blood of Dawnwalker'

Rebel Wolves, a studio comprised of former CD Projekt Red developers, is crafting The Blood of Dawnwalker, an open-world vampire RPG aiming for a quality level comparable to The Witcher 3, albeit with a more focused scope. This article delves into the game's development and the director's vision.

A 30-40 Hour Narrative Experience

In an interview with GamesRadar, Creative Director Mateusz Tomaszkiewicz clarified the studio's AAA aspirations. While acknowledging the smaller scale of their debut title compared to established AAA behemoths, he emphasized their commitment to delivering top-tier quality. He stated that their benchmark for quality is the acclaimed Witcher 3.

The team at Rebel Wolves boasts extensive experience, having contributed to both The Witcher 3 and Cyberpunk 2077. The founding brothers, Mateusz and Konrad Tomaszkiewicz, established Rebel Wolves to pursue greater creative freedom than larger studios often allow.

Tomaszkiewicz anticipates a 30-40 hour main campaign for The Blood of Dawnwalker. He challenged the notion that game length solely defines AAA status, citing examples like Call of Duty which, despite shorter campaigns, are undeniably AAA titles. The focus, he stressed, is on delivering a robust and high-quality experience, not necessarily an expansive one.

The Blood of Dawnwalker is a narrative-driven, open-world dark fantasy RPG set in Vale Sangora. Players assume the role of Coen, a peasant imbued with vampiric powers, who embarks on a quest to save his sister while navigating the dangers of this mystical land.

Currently, there's no confirmed release date, but the game is slated for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S, with a gameplay reveal expected in Summer 2025.