Journalists had the opportunity to spend about four hours in The Blood of Dawnwalker, and the initial reviews were positive. Extended 4K gameplay also appeared online, demonstrating the key mechanics and capabilities of the project.
Critics praise the freedom of choice and quest structure. Players encounter different events, goals, and playthrough options, which shows the real impact of decisions on the story. The time system is also noted: Koen must save his family within a limited number of days and nights, and the clock only moves after certain actions.
The RPG Site editor writes:
I'm fascinated. I thought I'd enjoy Koen's adventure, but I wasn't prepared for how painful the wait would be after the demo ended.
VGC has already added the game to its list of the most anticipated releases of the year, and Eurogamer called it a possible "main RPG discovery of the year." Loot Level Chill even considers The Blood of Dawnwalker a candidate for "Game of the Year."
The first materials list: a dark atmosphere, impressive graphics, dynamic battles, and a well-developed world.