It's a more than welcome surprise: at Summer Game Fest 2025, Game Freak unveiled an exciting new project. The Pokémon developers present Beast of Reincarnation, an action-RPG set in post-apocalyptic Japan. This single-player adventure, with its highly polished graphics, is due for release in 2026 on Xbox Series, PC and PS5.
" In a post-apocalyptic Japan, ravaged by corruption and populated by monstrous creatures, humanity's last hope may lie with Emma - a cursed outcast known as a Scourgebearer - and Koo, her faithful canine companion. Set off on a journey through an eerie, ever-changing world, where menacing forests can emerge from the heart of devastated lands. The deeper Emma and Koo delve into the unknown, the stronger their bond grows - gradually revealing strange powers. Immerse yourself in Beast of Reincarnation, an ambitious action-RPG centered on a human-dog duo, designed around a technically demanding combat system. What revelations await you at the end of this journey? "
We're transported to a world where human civilization has been reduced to rubble, and where mystical, gigantic creatures populate the Earth. The first images of this game are reminiscent of Hayao Miyazaki's classic Princess Mononoke: there's a sort of powerful corn god, making forests grow. However, unlike the god of the animated film, this creature seems more destructive and dangerous...
In Beast of Reincarnation, we play the role of a young woman, rejected by her own kind, yet ready to fight for humanity... Or what's left of it.
The first images of this game show a rich and elaborate universe, highly advanced graphics, and battles where precision and technique seem to be essential to winning. The trailer reveals fast-paced action and exploration in a changing world.
Presented as an action-RPG, this game is very ambitious, according to the developers. We're hoping for a rich, exciting title that will take us into a new imaginary world, with a well-crafted story... To be continued over the coming months.
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