Fear the Reaper and dive into a strange new world in Vampyr’s Story Trailer!
Vampyr, our upcoming action-RPG, unveils its wider narrative arcs in today’s Story Trailer. Brought together with an eerie cover of (Don’t Fear) the Reaper, Dr. Jonathan Reid is awakens to a once-hidden world of ungodly creatures, deadly epidemics and vampire hunts. Vampyr releases June 5 on PlayStation 4, Xbox One and PC, with preorders now available.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y-wsrKufDKU
You play as Jonathan Reid, a doctor in 1918 London newly-turned into a vampire following his return from the Great War. Reid is driven by a personal desire to learn who caused his transformation and why, while also working to aid the city against a devastating disease that decimates its citizens. At the same time, Reid must confront his nature as a blood-drinker and the terrible temptation to feed on those he swore to protect.
Thrust into a strange new world, Reid attempts to interpret the supernatural in the best way he knows how: rational thinking. However, between ancient societies, mysterious murders and an imminent large-scale vampire hunt, Reid’s scientific assurances are challenged like never before.
Vampyr releases June 5. More info: http://vampyr-game.com
http://store.steampowered.com/app/427290/Vampyr/
Webseries: Episode 4 - Stories from the Dark
‘DONTNOD Presents Vampyr’ webseries reaches its finale with a long-awaited release date announcement!
We bring you into the studio one last time for a final look at the creative process behind upcoming action-RPG, Vampyr. Dontnod Presents Vampyr - Episode IV: Stories from the Dark reveals yet more exclusive gameplay footage, plus the release date.
Dive into the story of Vampyr and how the Parisian studio builds a narrative with the player at the center.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4MCE_dsiR2Q
The four-part webseries, produced and realized by the video department of Focus Home Interactive, is now complete after a month of reveals, with every episode available on YouTube.
In Episode IV: Stories from the Dark, DONTNOD explain what makes videogames unique compared to other storytelling mediums, as well as their signature approach to narrative.
As Narrative Director Stéphane Beauverger explains, the player is often occupied with Vampyr's intricate gameplay systems. Because of this, the exploration, investigations, citizen encounters, combat and hard-hitting choices are all fundamentally intertwined with the game's narrative.
Game Director Philippe Moreau elaborates, saying that the relationship between a player and their character, as well as the direct feeling of control, is unique to games and something he has worked to make special in Vampyr.
In doing so, DONTNOD liken it to theatre, creating a close relationship between actor and spectator that’s more effective and powerful than any film or TV show. Total immersion is the goal, and this episode also highlights how the studio has used motion capture to make the cast of Vampyr that much more human.
Subtleties of facial animation can be recreated and combined with the fantastic music, characters, and creatures of the game to produce a living, breathing 1918 London. It’s then up to you who survives it.
DONTNOD Presents Vampyr – Episode IV is available to watch today, with three more 5-minute episodes already available. For more information, visit the new Vampyr website: http://vampyr-game.com/
http://store.steampowered.com/app/427290/Vampyr/
Webseries: Episode 3 - Human After All
‘Episode III: Human After All’ – meet the citizens of Vampyr’s 1918 London, and learn how DONTNOD will make you feel the death of each one you decide to feed on.
Join DONTNOD Entertainment once again, for another look into the Parisian studio’s signature creative process behind our upcoming action-RPG Vampyr.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GJYxRXhyxdg
Dontnod Presents Vampyr – Episode III: Human After All introduces more exclusive gameplay footage, while focusing on the citizens of London and how each individual has been hand-crafted to feel as human as possible.
This is the penultimate episode of this four-part webseries, produced and realized by the video department of Focus Home Interactive, with the final episode releasing next Thursday.
In Episode III: Human After All, we reveals how integral each districts citizens are, both in terms of gameplay and narrative. Players will need to gain XP for Jonathan Reid to evolve new powers and grow stronger, but the most lucrative way to earn this is not through quests or defeating enemies in battle.
Instead, the most effective way to get stronger is by killing and feeding on the various citizens living within the game’s four districts. Players are able to increase the XP from each citizen, by curing their illnesses and gaining more insight into their lives and feelings – but the price can be immense.
As explained by Stéphane Beauverger, Vampyr’s narrative director, players will hear the dying thoughts of every citizen they choose to sacrifice. This gives a bittersweet poignancy to every death, as we wants players to not consider these citizens as nameless blood bags.
In addition, each dead citizen will erode the status of the district they belonged to, with too many resulting in the population evacuating districts and causing them to be overrun by Skals and worse.
Vampyr releases Spring 2018. http://vampyr-game.com/
http://store.steampowered.com/app/427290/Vampyr/
Webseries: Episode 2 - Architects of the Obscure
We invites you to DONTNOD's studio for a second time, further revealing the creative process behind our upcoming action-RPG, Vampyr.
DONTNOD Presents Vampyr - Episode 2: Architects of the Obscure unveils more exclusive gameplay footage, while the creative team delves into the visuals and music that bring 1918 London to life.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R-JoQ3Vqzcc
Two more episodes of this four-part webseries, produced and realized by the video department of Focus Home Interactive, will release weekly each Thursday.
In Episode 2: Architects of the Obscure, DONTNOD reveals the areas of London that you will explore and impact during your time in Vampyr. Each of the four districts have their own distinct style and groups of citizens, which can flourish or perish depending on your actions.
Whitechapel and the Docks are ravaged by poverty and crime, while the West End benefits from a wealthier population – and is the district of choice for Ekons plotting in the shadows.
Pembroke Hospital gives Dr. Reid the opportunity to put his medicinal skills to great effect, while tempting the doctor-turned-vampire with helpless citizens that hold him in a position of trust.
This latest episode also introduces the music of Vampyr, including insight from composer Olivier Deriviere. He discusses how he developed the game’s original score with consideration for its unique setting and atmosphere, as well as how the inner dilemma Jonathan faces translates into the music.
Eric-Maria Couturier, of the Paris Ensemble InterContemporain, drives Vampyr’s soundtrack as solo celloist, and here offers an exclusive performance that showcases his unique style.
For more information, visit the recently-relaunched Vampyr website: http://vampyr-game.com/
Vampyr releases Spring 2018 on PlayStation 4, Xbox One and PC.
We invites you to DONTNOD's studio for a first insight into the creative process behind Vampyr!
In the first episode of this original weekly four-part webseries, produced and realized by the video department of Focus Home Interactive, DONTNOD unveils exclusive gameplay footage while delving into the reasons behind putting players in the role of a predator.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vPWnGP5khoo
The three following webseries’ episodes will release weekly every Thursday.
In Episode I: Making Monsters, DONTNOD gives more information about Jonathan Reid, the doctor-turned-vampire that players will step into the shoes of in Vampyr.
Freshly turned, Reid’s ‘condition’ unveils a dark new reality, thrusting him into a once-hidden society of wretched creatures like himself. Ancient Ekons plot from the shadows, terrifying Vulkods prowl the streets at night, and cursed Skals hide in the darkest places of the city.
Vampyr is set in 1918 London, with the city weakened by the recent World War I and ravaged by the Spanish Flu. This setting makes up an important part of Vampyr’s identity.
DONTNOD will make players feel the duality that torments Dr. Jonathan Reid, giving them the freedom to choose who to sacrifice and who to save. Every killing has consequences, and it’s up to players to balance their need to feed and grow stronger, with the rapidly deteriorating city of London.
DONTNOD Presents Vampyr – Episode 1 is available to watch today, with three more 5-minute episodes released weekly every Thursday.
For more information, visit the recently-relaunched Vampyr website: http://vampyr-game.com
Vampyr releases Spring 2018 on PlayStation 4, Xbox One and PC.
http://store.steampowered.com/app/427290/Vampyr/
DONTNOD Presents Vampyr - Webseries Teaser
We are excited to announce DONTNOD Presents Vampyr, an original weekly four-part webseries, which reveals DONTNOD's signature approach to bringing narrative-driven RPG Vampyr to life.
Watch the teaser trailer, for this unique webseries produced and realized by the video department of Focus Home Interactive.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dOA5zcWqp9o
In each 5-minute episode, the French developer invites fans into the heart of their Parisian studio to unveil exclusive new gameplay footage accompanied with deep insight into their creative process, beginning with Episode I: Making Monsters on January 18.
In the first episode, Making Monsters, DONTNOD delves into their signature identity and reasons behind putting players into the role of a conflicted predator.
The studio will make players truly feel the duality that torments doctor-turned-vampire Jonathan Reid, giving them the freedom to choose who to sacrifice and who to save. Every killing has consequences, and it’s up to players to balance their need to feed and grow stronger, with the rapidly deteriorating city of London.
Four episodes are planned in total for the weekly series:
Episode I: Making Monsters
Episode II: Architects of the Obscure
Episode III: Human After All
Episode IV: Stories From the Dark
Vampyr releases Spring 2018 on PlayStation 4, Xbox One and PC.
http://store.steampowered.com/app/427290/Vampyr/
Vampyr Delayed to Spring 2018
Eagerly awaited by many of you for the end of this year, we're announcing the delay of Vampyr's release date to Spring 2018.
Oskar Guilbert, CEO of DontNod Entertainment, explains:
'Delaying the release of a project you hold dear is always a tough decision, however, we believe that meeting a deadline should never compromise quality. We were still convinced just a few weeks ago that we would be able to release Vampyr this year. Unfortunately, a technical issue - now solved - has set our teams' schedule back at the end of the development.
This delay allows us enough time for all the polishing and balancing phase, much needed for a game of Vampyr's scope, with its ambitious, semi-open world, its complex narrative and deep RPG mechanics that give players a real impact on the world.
We want to thank our publisher Focus Home Interactive for giving us the means and time necessary to provide players a memorable experience... especially since so many of you are eagerly waiting for it.'
Vampyr will be available Spring 2018 on PC, PS4 and Xbox One.
Watch E3 Gameplay Footage
We're very happy to be able to show you some uncut gameplay footage from Vampyr at E3. Take up the cloak and curse of Doctor Jonathan Reid, a man sworn to save the sick yet still forced to hunt for survival.
As a vampire, Reid must balance his supernatural urges with his oath. See the game for yourself in this extended gameplay demo, complete with developer narration.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nH4sL2MG0lQ
Vampyr releases in November 2017. Pre-order now to get bonus DLC.
http://store.steampowered.com/app/427290/Vampyr/
Become the vampire in our E3 trailer!
Fly through 1918 London streets, in a bumper E3 trailer for our upcoming narrative driven action-RPG Vampyr! Witness deep into the heart of a flu-stricken London, where secret societies operate in the shadows.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_YLhQJSwCQo
Accompanied by the rock song Devil by IDA MARIA, set out on an exciting journey with an uncut sequence shot throughout the city’s dark alleys, deadly underground passages and corrupt neighbourhoods, get a first glimpse at The Ascalon Club, a society formed from the richest vampires, unbeknownst to the mortals.
You are Dr. Jonathan Reid, a famous surgeon home from the Great War and recently turned into a vampire against your own will. As a doctor, you have taken an oath to save lives and take care of the sick. As a vampire, you are cursed to hunt those you vowed to heal.
To survive against deadly foes roaming the streets – vampire hunters, undead Skals and other monstrosities – you will need to choose which civilians to feed on, so you can grow stronger and evolve your vampiric abilities.
Use your unholy powers to manipulate and delve into the lives of those around you – but be prepared to live with the consequences of your actions. A web of interconnected citizens with unique lives and relationships react to your decisions, and killing just one may cause the downfall of an entire city district. Your actions will save or doom London.
Vampyr releases in November 2017. Pre-order now to get a bonus DLC.
http://store.steampowered.com/app/427290/Vampyr/
Darkness Within Trailer
Discover the duality of man and monster in Vampyr’s Darkness Within trailer!
Our narrative-driven action RPG Vampyr unveils a new cinematic trailer depicting the legends and tales of its mysterious protagonist, Dr Jonathan Reid.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AaHTUhmXw1c
Set in 1918 London during a deadly bout of the Spanish Flu that left London’s alleys and promenade’s wailing in agony, Dr Reid awakes having arrived home from serving in the Great War with a deathly new ailment: vampirism.
A Doctor, Reid considers his affliction another disease. As he tries to understand and to live with it, he desperately tries to continue his life as a doctor, helping those stricken with flu.
Watch today’s trailer to hear whispers in the night from Vampyr’s many citizens – each with their own names, back stories, and daily lives. When Vampyr releases on PS4, Xbox One, and PC, it will be you who decides whether to shrug off his ghoulish reputation, or lay waste to London’s already troubled streets.
In Vampyr, every citizen killed will affect London’s safety. From shop closures to missing kin, the act of killing is unavoidable, but who you kill, and how, is in your hands. Every civilian can be killed, or saved – but as hordes of vampire hunters prowl the streets, growing strong on the blood of the weak will be ever more tempting.
Vampyr releases in November 2017. Pre-order now to get a bonus DLC.
