Rebel Wolves, a Polish studio founded by key developers from The Witcher 3, partners with Bandai Namco Entertainment for the global release of their debut title, Dawnwalker. This dark fantasy action RPG, slated for a 2025 launch on PC, PS5, and Xbox, promises a mature, story-driven experience set in a medieval European world.
Bandai Namco's role as global publisher underscores their commitment to narrative-driven RPGs and expanding their Western market presence. Rebel Wolves, boasting a team experienced in crafting immersive RPG worlds, aims to elevate the genre with Dawnwalker. The game's scope is anticipated to be comparable to The Witcher 3's Blood and Wine expansion, featuring a non-linear narrative and player agency.
The partnership brings together Rebel Wolves' creative vision and Bandai Namco's publishing expertise. Tomasz Tinc, Rebel Wolves' chief publishing officer, highlights the shared values and Bandai Namco's proven track record in publishing narrative-driven titles. Alberto Gonzalez Lorca, Bandai Namco's VP of business development, views Dawnwalker as a significant addition to their portfolio, strengthening their position in the Western market.
Led by creative director Mateusz Tomaszkiewicz (a veteran lead quest designer from CD Projekt Red) and narrative director Jakub Szamalek (a long-time CDPR writer), Dawnwalker represents a new franchise with a focus on impactful player choices and replayability. Further details on Dawnwalker are expected in the coming months.
