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Game Freak is trying their hand at a Soulslike game in Beast of Reincarnation! Read on to learn how it plays, what it's about, and everything else we know so far.
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Beast of Reincarnation Gameplay
Beast of Reincarnation appears to be a Soulslike game. As such, combat is built to be technical and demanding for many players. Players control Emma, who fights using melee weapons (notably a blade) and needs to rely on timing—dodging, parrying, and reacting to enemy attacks are important. Enemies include both oversized beasts and machine-type foes.
Emma, however, also has powers tied to the "Blight" or corruption. For example, she uses vines to traverse terrain, possibly to cross gaps or reach elevated areas. She can also use such powers in combat (for example pulling enemies or moving through the environment) which adds verticality and mobility beyond just running and jumping.
The game’s world is described to be "ominous" and "ever-changing." Early promotional materials show terrain or biomes reacting (plants, forests reclaiming spaces, corruption effects) that affect both exploration and combat. The world around Emma, though, is depicted with both Japanese aesthetics and futuristic elements.
As Emma and Koo traverse this corrupted world, their bond is said to strengthen, leading to the blooming of "strange powers." This could suggest a progression system where the partnership between the two protagonists unlocks new abilities, potentially influencing both combat and exploration mechanics.
Beast of Reincarnation Story
In the year 4026, post-apocalyptic Japan has been ravaged by a pervasive "blight" that corrupts all living things and has led to the proliferation of large beasts, plants, and automatons. Humanity is on the brink of extinction, and they’re facing a world overrun by these threats and a natural environment that has reclaimed much of the land.
Emma is cursed—a Blighted One—who embarks on a quest to combat the world’s corruption. She is accompanied by her canine companion, Koo, and their journey will lead to their bond strengthening, which leads to the manifestation of strange powers within Emma/
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