If a good number of games appeared during the Nacon Connect 2024 of this Thursday were known as GreedFall II: The Dying World Or Terminator: Survivorsthere were also some new features, including a nice surprise signed Eko Software. Yes, French developers used to sports games in recent years (handball and rugby), but to whom we also owe the little appreciated Warhammer: Chaosbane will come back next year with their own license, but still In the format hack’n slash. The game is called Dragonkin: The Banished and was teased by a first trailer still showing us a bit of sound gameplay during the last seconds, enough to give fans of the genre with detailed textures and vibrant colors.
Dragonkin: The Banished will therefore take place in a universe of dark fantasy where we will play hybrid mutants between dragons and humans alone or up to four players in online cooperation, with the common thread hunting these powerful fire-breathing flying beings in order to free the world from their domination and extend our power to the Milky Way. The four classes will not have anything very original on paper, but it is visibly on the side of the build crafting that we can give free rein to our desires, with the addition of a hub city to improve. We will obviously have to wait to see more before we can get a better idea.
A RAVAGED WORLD TO BE FREED
In Dragonkin: The Banished, you wander a world ravaged by powerful dragons, directly responsible for the appearance of evil and mischievous creatures. You play as 4 classes of heroes whose only motivation is to hunt down and fight the worst monsters. Each defeated enemy is one step closer to your ultimate goal: finding and eliminating the 4 Ancestral Dragons.
FOUR HEROES READY TO GO HUNT
After consuming Dragon’s blood, each hero developed their own abilities, unique power and combat techniques. Depending on your loot, your chosen build and your preferences, your powers as well as the power of your blows will be transformed.
- The Barbarian – Leader of the armies of the Nordic people living in hostile lands, the Barbarian has made ice his element. Take hits like no other, freeze your enemies and deal maximum melee damage with a devastating ax and hammer. The more damage you take, the more powerful your attacks.
- The witch – Transformed by Dragon blood, the Witch dreams of a world in which dragons and humans coexist. Electricity and water are the elements forming the basis of its powers. Often in the background, the Witch favors ranged damage by charging the power of her spells and avoids being too close to the enemy.
- Knight – Prepared and trained by the best warriors since his childhood, the Knight masters fire better than anyone. He is the perfect balance between melee and ranged attacks thanks to his impressive spear that also spits flames.
- The Archer – The very definition of composure, the Archer can count on extraordinary skill and has made poison his element. If the arrow was not enough to kill its victim, they generally succumb shortly after. Perfect for ranged combat, she has the ability to summon a poison zone to become unreachable.
A NEW WAY TO DEVELOP YOUR HERO
The Ancestral Grid is a new mechanic to develop your character and make him a unique fighter. With each gain in power, it’s up to you to decide how to combine your improvements to fill the Ancestral Grid in the way that seems best to you. Choose from the available skills and look for multiple combinations to optimize your hero. Depending on your progress in the adventure and your desires, change your build whenever you want to adapt to the enemy. Each hero has their own Ancestral Grid and a multitude of possible combinations. From one game to another, your hero is never really the same.
A WORLD TO DISCOVER
Travel across the world of Dragonkin, discover its history and face its threats. Volcano, Tundra, Swamp and many others: your hunt will lead you to discover the riches of this world. Each biome has its own regions, endemic monsters and specific resources.
A CITY IN PERMANENT PROGRESS
The City evolves and expands according to your decisions and your discoveries. As your adventure progresses, gain experience and choose what priority is given to its evolution. Improve your buildings, discover new inhabitants, equipment and additional services. The cooperative adventure no longer stops at completing quests. All players present in your session can expand the City and unlock new content.
A HURT TO BE CARRIED OUT TOGETHER
An adventure to live from start to finish with your friends. Dragonkin allows you to play in local cooperation with 2 players, or online with up to 4 players. You can also share the adventure with other unknown warriors by connecting to their games.
Dragonkin: The Banished will hopefully release in February 2025 on PS5, Xbox Series X|S and PC via Steam. You can now add it to your wish list in the store Valve. If you are ever curious and want to discover Warhammer: Chaosbane without taking any risk, it is currently sold for €2.70 at the house of Gamesplanet.
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