SUMMARY
  • A new IP from Polish studio Rebel Wolves has fans very excited to learn more about it.
  • Dawnwalker is slated to be directed by Konrad Tomaszkiewicz and has fans of his previous titles very curious to see what he does with the new game.
  • The addition of Bandai Namco as publisher has gamers very optimistic about the new IP's potential and quality.

Any RPG fan will be sure to pay attention when CD Projekt Red (CDPR) is mentioned in their presence, considering its immense contribution to the genre with titles like The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt and Cyberpunk 2077. Those fans – and a new generation of gamers too – are sure to welcome a recent announcement from some of the studio’s veterans about an exciting new project.

A new game is in the works at Polish studio Rebel Wolves, with popular names from CDPR’s ranks working on the new project. What’s more, the new IP, called Dawnwalker, has Bandai Namco signing on as the publisher, and gamers can hardly contain their excitement for the upcoming dark fantasy action RPG.

Are RPGs Slated to Change Forever With Dawnwalker?

The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt continues to stay relevant.
The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt retains a spot among the greatest RPGs of all time.

CD Projekt Red’s credentials in the RPG genre are certainly good news for Dawnwalker, considering just how well titles like The Wild Hunt and Cyberpunk 2077 have performed both critically and commercially. Its team has certainly been a major part of that success, a factor that is sure to help Dawnwalker catch the attention of its audiences when it releases, considering the addition of several CDPR veterans to its ranks.

Bandai Namco is currently riding high on the success of titles like Dragon Ball: Sparking Zero and Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree, both of which have seen excellent responses from players and critics alike upon their release. With a lot of successful releases along its illustrious journey to prominence in modern gaming, the Japanese publisher is sure to bring tons of expertise to Rebel Wolves’ new IP.

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Cyberpunk 2077's Night City comes to life.
Cyberpunk 2077 has managed to stay ahead of the game despite some initial hiccups.

While details about the new IP are scarce, its announcement has sparked a lot of speculation among gamers about potential narrative beats and gameplay elements that they hope to see in Dawnwalker. However, the news that director Konrad Tomaszkiewicz is at its helm has proved to be quite reassuring to fans, considering his proven track record with action RPGs.

The post below is a great showcase of how Dawnwalker has managed to catch the attention of RPG fans who simply cannot wait to see what Rebel Wolves has in store for them.

The response below may be speculation at this point, but could be a valid idea considering the game’s poster and title and could be a bold direction for the studio while bringing some familiarity.

Another response is a testament to Tomaszkiewicz’s ability to bring memorable experiences to his players’ screens, when the fact that Dawnwalker currently carries only a promise of further news in the near future has not deterred fans from being excited to see where the new adventure takes them.

Another rather humorous response highlights all of the big names joining forces to bring Dawnwalker to life and the vast experience they all bring to the table.

Dawnwalker is sure to be a highly anticipated title from Rebel Wolves and Bandai Namco when it finally makes its way into players’ hands.

With the expertise behind the studio’s IP, it is sure to be an experience that molds modern gaming and charts a fresh course into the future for modern RPGs.