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Warlock Hands-On: The New D&D Action-RPG Is Not Afraid To Ditch Tradition

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The Dungeons & Dragons franchise continues to expand into video games with Warlock, the upcoming open world action-RPG from Invoke Studios. Following its gameplay reveal during Gamescom Opening Night Live, GameSpot had the chance to preview a hands-off demo of Warlock, which showcased plenty of dark-fantasy elements in a world filled with player choice. Unlike traditional D&D adaptations, Warlock abandons turn-based combat and fixed classes in favor of real-time action combat and a free-form build system, aiming to appeal to a broader audience. The game world will shift dynamically based on player decisions, with moral choices deeply impacting story branches and NPC relationships. The game has yet to announce a release date, but it is confirmed for PC and consoles. For D&D fans and action-RPG enthusiasts alike, Warlock represents a bold reinvention of a classic IP, and whether it can forge a new path while honoring the source material is a key point of industry interest.

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