Beast of Reincarnation will launch on August 3, 2026, for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. Game Freak’s action RPG will also be available on Xbox Game Pass Ultimate from day one.
The game follows Emma the Sealer, an outcast who can purify the corruption spreading across a ruined version of Japan. Her companion Koo, a blighted dog, fights alongside her throughout the journey. The project is a major change of pace for the studio best known for Pokémon, with a 30-to-40-hour single-player campaign built in Unreal Engine 5.
Beast of Reincarnation release date and platforms
Beast of Reincarnation is scheduled to arrive on August 3, 2026. It will be released for:
- PC
- PlayStation 5
- Xbox Series X|S
Xbox players with Game Pass Ultimate will be able to play the game on launch day without purchasing a separate copy.
Beast of Reincarnation PC system requirements
The PC version requires 16 GB of memory and an SSD with at least 45 GB of free space. The minimum specifications target low settings at 1080p and 40 frames per second with DLSS enabled. The recommended setup targets medium settings at 1080p and 60 frames per second with DLSS or FS3 performance mode enabled.
| Requirement | Minimum | Recommended |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | 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) |
| DirectX | 12 | 12 |
| Storage | 45 GB (SSD required) | 45 GB (SSD required) |
| Target performance | Low 1080p at 40fps with DLSS enabled | Medium 1080p at 60fps with DLSS or FS3 (performance) enabled |
Story and gameplay details
Emma’s goal is to reach and destroy the beast at the source of the blight. She can cleanse corrupted areas, while Koo supports her with attacks, buffs, and debuffs selected through a command menu.
Combat combines real-time action with light turn-based elements. Timing parries is central to fights, and the system has similarities to Sekiro and Rise of the Ronin. Emma and Koo will face robotic enemies, fantastical creatures, and enormous woodland bosses as they pass through the game’s open-ended regions.
The pair’s relationship also affects their abilities. As the story progresses, Emma and Koo will gain new skills that expand their combat options. The narrative focuses on loneliness and human artificiality, with the game’s bleak atmosphere drawing inspiration from Blade Runner and Nier Automata.
Is Beast of Reincarnation open world?
No. Beast of Reincarnation is not a fully open-world game, but it includes several open-ended areas for Emma and Koo to travel through.
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Beast of Reincarnation
Developed by Game Freak
