WARLOCK: Dungeons & Dragons Gameplay Video
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WARLOCK: Dungeons & Dragons Key Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Engine | AAA Proprietary / UE5 |
| Genre | Action-Adventure |
| Initial Release | Late 2027 |
| Developer | Invoke Studios ( Tuque Games) |
| Publisher | Wizards of the Coast |
| Setting | Shattered Open World (D&D Lore Inspired) |
| Perspective | Third-Person |
| Platforms | PC (Steam), PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S |
| Multiplayer | Single-Player Only |
| Unique Feature | Performance capture by Tricia Helfer and systemic magic that doubles as environmental keys. |
WARLOCK: Dungeons & Dragons System Requirements
1080p
tune Target: 1080p ~60 FPS (High Preset) – High Preset, DLSS/FSR Quality
WARLOCK: Dungeons & Dragons Laptop Recommendations
1080p - Target: 1080p ~60 FPS (High Preset, DLSS/FSR Quality) Recommendations
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Meets criteria for tier: 1080p - Target: 1080p ~60 FPS (High Preset, DLSS/FSR Quality).
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Meets criteria for tier: 1080p - Target: 1080p ~60 FPS (High Preset, DLSS/FSR Quality).
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Meets criteria for tier: 1080p - Target: 1080p ~60 FPS (High Preset, DLSS/FSR Quality).
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Meets criteria for tier: 1080p - Target: 1080p ~60 FPS (High Preset, DLSS/FSR Quality).
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Meets criteria for tier: 1080p - Target: 1080p ~60 FPS (High Preset, DLSS/FSR Quality).
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Meets criteria for tier: 1080p - Target: 1080p ~60 FPS (High Preset, DLSS/FSR Quality).
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Meets criteria for tier: 1080p - Target: 1080p ~60 FPS (High Preset, DLSS/FSR Quality).
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Meets criteria for tier: 1080p - Target: 1080p ~60 FPS (High Preset, DLSS/FSR Quality).
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developer_board GPU: NVIDIA RTX 5070 (Score: 12000) @ 115W TGP
storage RAM: 32GB DDR5-5600MHz
save Storage: 1000GB NVMe
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Meets criteria for tier: 1080p - Target: 1080p ~60 FPS (High Preset, DLSS/FSR Quality).
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developer_board NVIDIA RTX 5070 115W
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Model: Dell Alienware 16X Aurora (RTX 5070 & Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX)
memory CPU: Intel Core I9 14900 H (Score: 1200)
developer_board GPU: NVIDIA RTX 5070 (Score: 12000) @ 115W TGP
storage RAM: 32GB DDR5-5600MHz
save Storage: 1000GB NVMe
desktop_windows Display: 2560 x 1440 (QHD)
Meets criteria for tier: 1080p - Target: 1080p ~60 FPS (High Preset, DLSS/FSR Quality).
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Core Requirements
- desktop_windowsOperating System: Windows 11 (64-bit)
Built for modern APIs and direct storage technologies.
- memoryDirectX: DirectX 12 Ultimate
Required for advanced lighting and systemic environmental interaction.
- save_altStorage Note: 100 GB available space (NVMe SSD Required).
Mandatory for seamless open-world traversal without loading screens.
settings_applications Optimization Notes:
Upscaling: Will support DLSS 3/FSR 3 or later for maintaining high frame rates during complex spell mixing.
Key Settings: Systemic Magic Density, Shadow Quality (Raven Queen influence), and Performance Capture fidelity are the primary performance drivers.
WARLOCK: Dungeons & Dragons: Map Size and Regions
The game features an ambitious, 'checklist-free' open world designed to feel like a journey. The setting is 'beautiful yet unsettling,' focusing on exploration where magic acts as a key to unlock new paths. Regions vary from high-fantasy ruins to darker, shattered landscapes populated by warring monster tribes.
WARLOCK: Dungeons & Dragons: Post-Launch Content / DLC
Wizards of the Coast plans to expand the game with story-driven expansions that explore more of the dark corners of the D&D universe and introduce new otherworldly patrons.
WARLOCK: Dungeons & Dragons Skills & Upgrades Overview
Move away from traditional 5e character sheets to a real-time arcane power fantasy. Progression centers on mastering 'Systemic Magic,' where spells have utility both in combat and exploration. Players creatively mix and match abilities to solve puzzles and navigate the world, focusing on expressive casting rather than simple projectiles.
WARLOCK: Dungeons & Dragons: Game Editions
Standard, Deluxe, and Patron editions are expected for the late 2027 launch. Pre-orders are rumored to include unique cosmetics reflecting Kaatri's otherworldly patron.
WARLOCK: Dungeons & Dragons: Cross-Platform / Crossplay
Confirmed for PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X|S. While primarily a single-player game, cross-platform cloud saves are expected via Wizards of the Coast accounts.
WARLOCK: Dungeons & Dragons Specific Game Elements
WARLOCK: Dungeons & Dragons Weapons
- securityEldritch Blast (Systemic Magic)
A core magical ability reworked into an expressive, physics-based projectile with environmental utility.
- securityVeteran Blade (Melee)
Reflects Kaatri's history as a weapons master; utilized for visceral, tactical swordplay.
WARLOCK: Dungeons & Dragons Vehicles
- directions_carNone (N/A)
Traversal is focused on on-foot movement, parkour, and shadowy tendrils.
WARLOCK: Dungeons & Dragons Animals / Creatures
- petsRaven Familiar (Avian)
Role: Spirit guide tied to Kaatri's patron, assisting in spotting secrets in the shadows.
WARLOCK: Dungeons & Dragons Characters
- personKaatri - Playable Protagonist (playable)
A veteran warrior who made a dark pact for magical power. Voiced by Tricia Helfer.
- personThe Death Kiss - Antagonist Monster (npc)
A multi-tentacled aberrations related to Beholders that swarms the dark world.
Top 3 Characters:
The playable protagonist, a veteran witch-warrior voiced and performed by Tricia Helfer. 2. The Patron: A mysterious, otherworldly entity (teased as the Raven Queen) that granted Kaatri her powers. 3. Helpful Allies: Various NPCs found throughout the journey who provide narrative stakes and aid without being permanent party members.
WARLOCK: Dungeons & Dragons Missions / Objectives
- flagThe Dark Pact (Main Quest)
Objective: Uncover the true cost of the magical bargain Kaatri has struck while surviving the initial monster swarms.
Top 3 Missions/Objectives:
the Pact: The core narrative objective to satisfy the mysterious demands of Kaatri's otherworldly patron. 2. Unlock the World: Using systemic magic as a 'key' to open sealed paths and solve environmental challenges. 3. Slay the Death Kiss: High-stakes boss encounters against iconic D&D aberrations that guard secrets of the dark magic.
WARLOCK: Dungeons & Dragons Companions / Summons
- groupHelpful Allies (Various)
Ability: Temporary companions that provide context, lore, and situational combat support.
WARLOCK: Dungeons & Dragons Collectibles
- collections_bookmarkSpirit Shards
Location/Use: Hidden in shattered ruins
Top 3 Collectibles:
Relics: Items that enhance Kaatri's magical potency and unlock new spell utility. 2. Lore Crystals: Performance-captured memories detailing the shattering of the world. 3. Weapons Components: Rare materials to upgrade Kaatri's arsenal, reflecting her background as a weapons master.
WARLOCK: Dungeons & Dragons Armor
- shieldWitch-Warrior Leathers
Focus/Stats: Light, resilient armor inspired by Furiosa and Vanessa Ives, allowing for high mobility and parkour-style traversal.
WARLOCK: Dungeons & Dragons Clothing / Appearance
- checkroomTraveler's Cloak
Details: Reflects the gritty, dark fantasy tone; upgrades change visual appearance based on pact progression.
WARLOCK: Dungeons & Dragons Other Features & Info
- labelMultiplayer Modes
The game is designed as a focused, single-player character-driven experience. No multiplayer or co-op modes are currently planned.
- labelStory and Setting
Set in a dark, shattered fantasy world inspired by D&D lore. The story follows Kaatri, an ex-weapons master who has made a dark pact with an otherworldly entity (likely the Raven Queen) for forbidden power. The narrative focuses on the personal cost of this magic and Kaatri's journey through a world consumed by darkness, interacting with iconic D&D monsters like the Death Kiss.
- labelTop 3 Gameplay Mechanics
- 1. Systemic Magic: expressive casting where spells have physics-based utility in and out of combat, replacing traditional 'colored projectile' magic. 2. Shadowy Tendrils: A magical traversal and control mechanic used to interact with the environment and control enemy creatures. 3. Visceral Melee-Magic Hybrid: Real-time combat that combines the weight of a weapons master's strikes with the devastating impact of warlock magic, ignoring 5e initiative rules for fluid action.
WARLOCK: Dungeons & Dragons Frequently Asked Questions
- help_outline Is WARLOCK a turn-based RPG like Baldur's Gate 3?No. WARLOCK is a real-time third-person action-adventure game that prioritizes visceral combat and systemic interaction over tabletop simulation.
- help_outline Do I need to know D&D lore to play?No. The game is designed to be accessible to newcomers, teaching all necessary lore within the narrative.
- help_outline Who is the main character?The protagonist is Kaatri, a veteran weapons master performed by Tricia Helfer.