Rebel Wolves studio has unveiled details about their upcoming vampire RPG, highlighting the central theme of duality in their protagonist. Project director Konrad Tomaszkiewicz describes the character as a video game interpretation of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde, a concept largely unexplored in the gaming world. This duality, he believes, will introduce a unique layer of surrealism that players will find refreshing and innovative.
A key element of this duality is the character's fluctuating state between ordinary human and powerful vampire. Tomaszkiewicz acknowledges the challenge of balancing this with established RPG conventions. The absence of familiar mechanics, due to this unique character design, could potentially confuse players accustomed to standard RPG features. Therefore, careful consideration is being given to which traditional elements should be preserved and which can be innovatively altered.
Tomaszkiewicz uses Kingdom Come: Deliverance's controversial schnapps-dependent save system as a cautionary tale, illustrating the potential backlash from even minor deviations from established RPG norms. The team aims to strike a balance between innovation and player expectations.
The gameplay premiere is anticipated for Summer 2025.
