Bandai Namco Partners with Rebel Wolves for Upcoming AAA Action RPG, Dawnwalker

Rebel Wolves, a Polish studio established by key figures from the development of The Witcher 3, has secured a global publishing agreement with Bandai Namco Entertainment for their debut title, Dawnwalker. This dark fantasy action RPG, slated for release in 2025 on PC, PS5, and Xbox, marks a significant addition to Bandai Namco's portfolio.

The Partnership and Dawnwalker's Ambitions

This collaboration unites Rebel Wolves' experienced team, boasting a blend of established talent and fresh perspectives, with Bandai Namco's proven track record in publishing narrative-driven RPGs. The partnership promises to bring Dawnwalker, a story-rich AAA experience set in a medieval European dark fantasy world, to a global audience. Further details about the game's features and storyline are anticipated in the coming months.

Rebel Wolves' chief publishing officer, Tomasz Tinc, expressed enthusiasm for the partnership, highlighting the shared values and Bandai Namco's expertise in the genre. Similarly, Bandai Namco's VP of business development, Alberto Gonzalez Lorca, emphasized Dawnwalker's importance to their Western market strategy.

A Familiar Team, a New Vision

Leading the creative direction is Mateusz Tomaszkiewicz, a veteran from CD Projekt Red and lead quest designer on The Witcher 3. He joined Rebel Wolves earlier this year, bringing his extensive experience to bear on this new project. Co-founder and narrative director Jakub Szamalek, also a CD Projekt Red veteran with over nine years of writing experience, confirms Dawnwalker as a new IP with a scope comparable to The Witcher 3's Blood and Wine expansion, promising a non-linear narrative with player agency. Tomaszkiewicz emphasizes the game's focus on providing replayability through diverse choices and opportunities for experimentation.