Game Freak has confirmed a release date for its upcoming action‑RPG Beast of Reincarnation and accompanied the announcement with a fresh gameplay trailer.

The studio revealed that Beast of Reincarnation will launch on 20 September 2024, arriving on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5 and PC via Steam. The trailer focuses on the game’s core loop, emphasising fast, third‑person combat and a mechanic that lets the protagonist take on the forms and abilities of defeated beasts.

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Gameplay footage presented in the trailer highlights dynamic encounters against large enemies, a variety of weapon styles and on‑the‑fly transformations that alter movement and attack options. Environments shown range from dense, creature‑filled forests to ruined settlements, suggesting a mixture of exploration and staged encounters rather than a fully open‑world approach.

Progression systems teased include ability upgrades tied to specific beast forms and an apparent emphasis on experimentation, with players encouraged to switch forms mid‑combat to exploit enemy weaknesses. Boss encounters shown in the trailer lean into spectacle, featuring towering foes and attack patterns that reward timing and form switching.

Beast of Reincarnation represents Game Freak’s move beyond its better‑known series, aiming for a more action‑oriented experience that still focuses on creature design and transformation mechanics. The trailer also confirmed the studio’s intent to support multiple platforms at launch.

The gameplay trailer and release date announcement were published alongside a developer commentary detailing combat and design goals. Further information, including pre‑order details and edition breakdowns, is expected from the publisher as the September launch approaches.

More on the announcement and the trailer is available via Eurogamer. Read the original report.