Rebel Wolves, a studio comprised of former CD Projekt Red developers, is creating The Blood of Dawnwalker, an open-world vampire RPG aiming for the quality of The Witcher 3, albeit on a smaller scale. This article delves into the game's development and the director's vision.

A Focused, High-Quality Experience

In an interview with GamesRadar, creative director Mateusz Tomaszkiewicz clarified the game's ambition. While acknowledging the studio's size and the project being their debut title, he emphasized their commitment to AAA quality, citing The Witcher 3 as their benchmark.

The team, composed of veterans from The Witcher 3 and Cyberpunk 2077, aims for a tightly-crafted experience rather than sprawling content. Tomaszkiewicz stated their target is a 30-40 hour main campaign, arguing that playtime alone isn't the sole indicator of AAA status, referencing shorter AAA titles like Call of Duty.

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 granted vampiric abilities, who embarks on a quest to save his sister while navigating the dangers of this mystical land.

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