The Blood of Dawnwalker: success and market impact

In brief

• The Blood of Dawnwalker sold more than one million copies in its first three days.
• 58% of players have also played The Witcher 3, highlighting the strong connection to CD Projekt Red.
• The US and Poland are the game’s biggest markets, accounting for 34% and 11% of players respectively.

GAME-scanner analysis

The Blood of Dawnwalker, developed by Rebel Wolves, has sold more than one million copies in record time. That is especially impressive for a debut game from a new studio, particularly in such a competitive market. The strong sales figures point to the game’s appeal, borrowing many elements from the popular RPG The Witcher 3, on which many of Rebel Wolves’ developers previously worked. The data shows that 58% of The Blood of Dawnwalker players are also fans of The Witcher 3, underlining the influence of that franchise on the new title.

The breakdown of the player base shows that the US is the largest market, with 34% of players, while Poland, Rebel Wolves’ home country, accounts for 11%. This not only highlights the game’s international appeal, but also its strong local support. With 410,000 of the one million sales coming from Steam, it is clear that digital distribution has played a crucial role in the game’s success.

What does this mean for players?

For gamers, the success of The Blood of Dawnwalker could mean more content and updates in the future, given the strong sales and developer engagement. Players can also expect the choice-driven gameplay, a hallmark of Rebel Wolves’ work, to be further developed in future titles. That could lead to a more dynamic and immersive gameplay experience.

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