Beast of Reincarnation is a “one-person, one-dog” action RPG with light, turn-based elements and an emphasis on parrying attacks. It’s in development at Game Freak, the studio behind Pokémon games.
Beast of Reincarnation takes place in a post-apocalyptic Japan, full of vast open wildernesses blighted by an ever-spreading corruption. Its bleak and melancholic world is reminiscent of Square Enix’s Nier Automata (or Nier in general). However, Game Freak claims Blade Runner was a big inspiration for the game’s theme and atmosphere.
It’s no doubt this is Game Freak’s most ambitious game to date; a 30-40 hour-long action RPG built on Unreal Engine 5 is certainly a big departure for Pokémon’s home studio. As such, whether you’re a fan of Game Freak or excited to check out this new title, you’re in the right place.
Below, we break down all the key details about Beast of Reincarnation, including its release date, platforms, system requirements, and gameplay details.
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Beast of Reincarnation release date countdown
Beast of Reincarnation is launching on August 3, 2026, for PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X/S. It will be available day one on Xbox Game Pass (Ultimate).
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Beast of Reincarnation system requirements
| MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS | RECOMMENDED REQUIREMENTS | |
|---|---|---|
| OS | 64-bit processor, Windows 10/11 | 64-bit processor, Windows 10/11 |
| Processor | Intel Core i5-8400 or AMD Ryzen 5 3600 | Intel Core i7-12700K or AMD Ryzen 7 5800X |
| Memory | 16 GB RAM | 16 GB RAM |
| Graphics | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1070 (8 GB) or AMD Radeon RX 580 (8 GB) | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 (12 GB) or AMD Radeon RX 6700 XT (12 GB) |
| Direct X | 12 | 12 |
| Storage | 45 GB (SSD required) | 45 GB (SSD required) |
| Targeted Performance | Low 1080p at 40fps with DLSS enabled | Med 1080p at 60fps with DLSS or FS3 (performance) enabled |
What is Beast of Reincarnation’s story and gameplay about?
In Beast of Reincarnation, you play as Emma the Sealer, an outcast with abilities to purify the blighted corruption. In her journey across this harsh world to slay the beast at the source of this corruption, she’s joined by her dog Koo, who can unleash attacks and apply buffs and debuffs on enemies via the game’s command menu.
Beast of Reincarnation is a unique blend of action and turn-based RPG. Parrying is vital to combat and functions similarly to titles such as Sekiro and Rise of the Ronin. During their journey, Emma and Koo will encounter a wide variety of robotic and fantastical creatures, including gigantic woodland boss battles.
Both Emma and Koo will evolve as the story continues. As their relationship deepens, both will unlock new unique abilities to use in combat. Blade of Reincarnation does tackle heavy themes such as loneliness and human artificiality (similar to Blade Runner), and it would be interesting to see how all of it unfolds through the main story, Emma and Koo’s dynamic, and the enemies they fight.
FAQs
Is Beast of Reincarnation coming to Xbox Game Pass?
Yes, Beast of Reincarnation will be available day one on Xbox Game Pass (Ultimate).
Is Beast of Reincarnation an open world game?
No, Beast of Reincarnation isn’t an open world game. However, it does feature several open-ended regions for you to explore.
