The anticipation surrounding the release of The Blood of Dawnwalker is palpable, with the game set to launch tomorrow, September 2. Early reviews have begun to surface, and they are largely favorable. Our publication awarded the game an impressive 83%, describing it as “a resolutely miserable horror RPG with some great ideas.” This sentiment aligns perfectly with its aggregate score of 83/100 on Metacritic, reflecting a positive reception from critics across the board.
Creative Director’s Relief
Creative director Mateusz Tomaszkiewicz expressed his relief on social media, revealing the emotional toll of waiting for the reviews. “Waiting for the reviews to come in has been nerve-wracking to say the least, but they’re finally (mostly) here!” he shared on X. “Great relief, can’t wait to see you all play the game and to hear your thoughts! It’s a privilege to work with such a talented team,” he added, highlighting the collaborative spirit within his development team.
Tomaszkiewicz’s extensive background at CD Projekt, where he served as a quest designer on The Witcher 2 and The Witcher 3, as well as a quest design director on Cyberpunk 2077, undoubtedly adds to the intensity of his current role. His leadership on The Blood of Dawnwalker has been particularly significant, given the weight of expectations surrounding the project.
His announcement was met with congratulations from several industry peers, including Paweł Sasko, associate game director of Cyberpunk 2, and Sebastian Kalemba, game director of The Witcher 4. Other notable figures, such as level design lead Miles Tost and global comms director Marcin Momot, also extended their support, creating a sense of camaraderie among developers during this pivotal moment.
In a time when the gaming industry often grapples with challenges, the outpouring of support from fellow developers serves as a refreshing reminder of the community’s strength. As the clock ticks down to the game’s release on platforms like Steam and GOG, set to go live at 6 PM ET on September 2, the excitement continues to build.
