The Blood of Dawnwalker confirms its release in 2026 and strengthens its bet on dark RPG style The Witcher

The ambitious project of Rebel Wolves maintains its plans and aims to become a new reference saga.

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In a context where delays have become the norm even in highly advanced productions, The Blood of Dawnwalker kicks off 2026 with a clear message: its release is still planned for this year. The Polish studio Rebel Wolves, formed by former developers of The Witcher 3 and Cyberpunk 2077, has publicly reaffirmed its commitment to the announced window, dispelling doubts about possible postponements.

The confirmation comes with a review of the game’s journey in 2025 and makes it clear that the team is sticking to its roadmap. Although there is always room for unexpected events, the tone of the message conveys confidence and a clear intention to deliver on promises, something that is not always common in projects of this magnitude.

A dark RPG with its own identity and The Witcher DNA

The Blood of Dawnwalker is conceived as the first chapter of a new action RPG saga in an open world. Set in a 14th-century Europe marked by decay and conflict, the game proposes a dark fantasy with a strong focus on decision-making and its consequences.

The player takes on the role of Coen, a character torn between two natures: human by day and vampire by night. This duality affects not only gameplay but also the development of the story, whose main objective will be to save his family in a hostile world shaped by moral choices, alliances, and sacrifices.

Developed with Unreal Engine 5 and planned for Xbox Series, PlayStation 5, and PC, the project hints at a clear influence from The Witcher 3, both in structure and ambition, which is logical given the creators’ past. If it delivers on its promises, The Blood of Dawnwalker could become one of the biggest surprises in Western RPGs in 2026.