A warrior with an axe faces a large spider-like creature in a mountainous, ancient village setting.

A shirtless man with tribal markings on his arm stands by a fire, while a woman in traditional clothing places her hand on his shoulder.

A medieval marketplace scene from The Blood of Dawnwalker, with figures in period attire amid timber-framed buildings.

Two warriors clash swords in a dark, rainy alleyway, sparks flying.

The Blood of Dawnwalker is a dark fantasy open-world action RPG set in a brutal, alternate vision of 14th-century Europe, where plague, war, and superstition have pushed humanity to the brink and given rise to something far more dangerous.

You play as Coen, a young man transformed into a Dawnwalker: a cursed being who exists between two worlds, human by day and vampire by night. Struggling to preserve his humanity while wielding terrifying supernatural powers, Coen is driven by one urgent goa, saving his family before time runs out.

Set in the haunting valley of Vale Sangora, the game blends medieval realism with gothic horror. Vampires and other creatures of the night have stepped out of myth and into power, reshaping society in their own image.

Gameplay emphasizes player freedom and consequence. You can approach objectives through diplomacy, stealth, brutal combat, or vampiric abilities that fundamentally change how you navigate both exploration and encounters. A unique duality system shifts your abilities and perspective depending on whether you operate in daylight or darkness, encouraging radically different playstyles.

Built on Unreal Engine 5, the game aims for a cinematic, immersive experience with branching narrative paths, multiple endings, and a strong focus on choice-driven storytelling. The Blood of Dawnwalker is about survival, sacrifice, and the cost of power in a world where humanity is no longer guaranteed.

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Patch Notes

1.0.5 - 9/10/26 (The Blood of Dawnwalker - Hotfix 1.0.5)
1.0.4 - 9/9/26 (The Blood of Dawnwalker - Hotfix 1.0.4)
1.0.3 - 9/4/26 (The Blood of Dawnwalker - Hotfix 1.0.3)
1.0.2 - 9/3/26 (The Blood of Dawnwalker - Hotfix 1.0.2)

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Comments on The Blood of Dawnwalker

chavroux

Sep 11, 2026, 9:30 PM on dlcompare.fr

Really good game, and thanks to its time system, it's really interesting. The universe is simply fantastic.

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Goultard

Sep 11, 2026, 2:59 PM on dlcompare.fr

I haven't played The Blood of Dawnwalker, so I don't have an opinion on the game yet. However, I just watched the various trailers and the world looks pretty cool. The atmosphere, the vampires, and the dark side seem well done, especially if you like this kind of setting.

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draikyn

Sep 9, 2026, 5:22 PM on dlcompare.fr

The Blood of Dawnwalker truly blew me away with its incredible world and lore. The story constantly motivates you to explore further and uncover all the secrets of this universe. The day/night cycle also adds real value to the gameplay. I was worried the 30-day limit would be too restrictive, but in the end, it adds a good dose of pressure without ruining the fun. And the particularly endearing protagonist makes the adventure even more immersive.

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Drtikol

Sep 9, 2026, 8:36 AM

The Witcher, but with actually good gameplay. That's what I think

Milox

Sep 9, 2026, 8:22 AM on dlcompare.fr

The Blood of Dawnwalker is exactly the kind of game I want to defend despite its major flaws. After more than 50 hours, what stands out most is its truly well-crafted world, engaging characters, and a few quests that clearly showcase the studio's enormous potential. But behind this excellent foundation, not everything is quite up to par. The gameplay offers some interesting ideas, particularly its power progression, but the combat eventually becomes too long and sometimes tedious due to the camera, movement, and imprecise lock-on system. Certain waves of enemies completely disrupt the flow of the quests. Exploration is enjoyable, especially at night where teleportation provides incredible freedom, but the map is clearly lacking in interest in certain areas. Fortunately, the best quests are truly excellent. And that's precisely where the game frustrates me: its endings sorely lack impact.

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xred_st4rx

Sep 9, 2026, 7:23 AM on dlcompare.es

It looks like a really good game, I can't wait to try it! It's going to be amazing!

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AtosKao

Sep 8, 2026, 11:04 PM on dlcompare.es

It looks like a fantastic, immersive, and highly replayable game. We needed a breath of fresh air.

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Death_on_Fire

Sep 8, 2026, 9:50 PM on dlcompare.es

I don't care about the graphics, but if the gameplay and combat aren't good, it becomes a real struggle for me.

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Picoberna

Sep 8, 2026, 8:58 PM on dlcompare.es

Low graphical requirements; people with a mid-range device will be very happy.

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Scibella

Sep 8, 2026, 8:44 PM

The Blood of Dawnwalker realmente me deu um bom placar. O ambiente escuro e sombrio é excelente, e as batalhas exigem um tempo real de adaptação, mas uma vez que a build está bem rodada, é francamente prazeroso. A história é madura, as escolhas têm consequências reais e o sistema dos 30 dias traz uma boa pressão. Alguns pequenos bugs, mas nada de ruim. Pena que não está no New Game+, mas espero que venha mais tarde

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