Witcher Former Devs' Upcoming Dark Fantasy Action RPG To Be Published by Bandai Namco

Bandai Namco Entertainment, the publisher behind Elden Ring, has partnered with Rebel Wolves, a Polish studio founded by key figures from The Witcher 3, for the global release of their debut action RPG, Dawnwalker.

Rebel Wolves and Bandai Namco Partner for the "Dawnwalker" Saga

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This exciting collaboration brings together Rebel Wolves' experienced team and Bandai Namco's publishing prowess. Dawnwalker, a story-driven AAA action RPG set in a dark fantasy medieval Europe, is slated for release in 2025 on PC, PS5, and Xbox. Expect further reveals from Rebel Wolves in the coming months. Established in 2022 in Warsaw, Poland, the studio aims to redefine the RPG experience with its narrative-focused approach.

"Rebel Wolves is a new studio built on a strong foundation: a blend of experience and fresh energy," said Rebel Wolves' chief publishing officer, Tomasz Tinc. "Bandai Namco Entertainment Europe, known for its commitment to RPGs and its willingness to embrace new IPs, is the perfect partner. We share the same values, and their track record speaks for itself. We're thrilled to work with them to bring the first chapter of the Dawnwalker saga to players worldwide."

Alberto Gonzalez Lorca, Bandai Namco's VP of business development, added, "This is a significant step in our content development strategy for the Western market. By combining our strengths, we'll bring this debut title to a global audience."

Leading the charge at Rebel Wolves is Mateusz Tomaszkiewicz, a CD Projekt Red veteran and lead quest designer on The Witcher 3, who serves as creative director. Co-founder and narrative director Jakub Szamalek, a former CDPR writer with over nine years of experience, confirms Dawnwalker as a new franchise. The game's scope is anticipated to be comparable to The Witcher 3's Blood and Wine expansion, boasting a non-linear narrative.

Tomaszkiewicz shared earlier this year, "We aim to create an experience that offers diverse choices and encourages experimentation upon replay. Collaborating with such a talented team to craft this experience is a privilege, and I can't wait for everyone to see what we've been working on."