Bandai Namco Entertainment, the publisher behind Elden Ring, has partnered with Rebel Wolves, a Polish studio comprised of former Witcher 3 developers, to publish their debut action RPG, Dawnwalker.
Rebel Wolves and Bandai Namco's Collaborative Venture: The Dawnwalker Saga
Anticipation Builds for Future Dawnwalker Reveals
This newly announced collaboration brings together Rebel Wolves, founded by the game and art directors of The Witcher 3, and Bandai Namco Entertainment. Bandai Namco will serve as the global publisher for Dawnwalker, a story-driven AAA action RPG launching in 2025 on PC, PS5, and Xbox.
Set in a dark fantasy medieval Europe, Dawnwalker targets mature audiences with its compelling narrative. Further details are promised in the coming months. Established in 2022, the Warsaw-based studio aims to redefine the RPG experience through immersive storytelling.
"Rebel Wolves, a blend of seasoned expertise and innovative spirit, aligns perfectly with Bandai Namco Entertainment Europe’s commitment to RPGs and new IPs," commented Rebel Wolves' chief publishing officer, Tomasz Tinc. "This partnership shares our vision, and their history with narrative-driven RPGs speaks volumes. We eagerly anticipate collaborating to bring the Dawnwalker saga to players worldwide."
Bandai Namco views Dawnwalker as a valuable addition to its portfolio. Alberto Gonzalez Lorca, VP of business development, stated, "This marks a significant step in our Western market strategy. By combining our strengths, we'll deliver this debut title to a global audience."
Leading the creative direction is Mateusz Tomaszkiewicz, a CD Projekt Red veteran and lead quest designer on The Witcher 3, who joined Rebel Wolves earlier this year. Co-founder and narrative director Jakub Szamalek, a former CDPR writer with over nine years of experience, confirms Dawnwalker as a new IP. The game's scope is anticipated to be comparable to The Witcher 3's Blood and Wine expansion, offering a non-linear narrative.
Tomaszkiewicz previously highlighted the game's design: "We aim for an experience rich with choices and replayability. Collaborating with such talented individuals to craft this experience is a privilege, and I'm excited to share the team's work."
