Beast of Reincarnation: Game Freak’s Action RPG Arrives in 2026
▼ Summary
– Game Freak, known for Pokémon, announced a new action RPG called Beast of Reincarnation at Xbox Games Showcase 2025.
– Beast of Reincarnation features gameplay similar to Black Myth: Wukong, marking a departure from Game Freak’s usual style.
– The game is set to release in 2026 on Xbox Series X, Xbox PC, Xbox Cloud, Steam, and PlayStation 5, and will be a day-one Game Pass title.
– Directed by Kota Furushima, the game follows Emma the Sealer in a post-apocalyptic Japan as she tries to save humanity from extinction.
– More details about the game can be found in the announcements from Xbox Games Showcase June 2025.
Game Freak, the legendary studio behind Pokémon, is breaking new ground with their upcoming action RPG Beast of Reincarnation. Revealed during the Xbox Games Showcase 2025, this ambitious project represents a bold shift for the developer, trading turn-based battles for fast-paced combat inspired by titles like Black Myth: Wukong.
Scheduled for release in 2026, the game will launch on Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, PC via Steam, and Xbox Cloud Gaming. Subscribers won’t need to wait, it’s confirmed as a day-one Xbox Game Pass title.
Players take on the role of Emma the Sealer, a warrior navigating a ruined version of Japan where humanity teeters on the brink. Directed by Kota Furushima, the game promises a gripping narrative set against a beautifully rendered post-apocalyptic world.
This announcement signals Game Freak’s willingness to explore fresh territory beyond their iconic franchise. Fans eager for more details can revisit the full rundown of reveals from the Xbox Games Showcase June 2025.
(Source: IGN)
