Game Freak’s Beast of Reincarnation gets Summer 2026 release, day one on Game Pass
Game Freak's new direction The project, a collaboration between Game Freak and publisher Private Division, was first revealed in May 2023 under the working title Project Bloom . The official title and initial gameplay were shown during the June 2025 Xbox Games Showcase.
Game Freak's new action-RPG, Beast of Reincarnation, will launch in Summer 2026, the company announced during the Xbox Developer Direct presentation. The game is coming to PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC, and will be available on Game Pass from day one. This provides the first concrete release window for the new IP from the celebrated developer of the Pokémon series.
Game Freak's new direction
The project, a collaboration between Game Freak and publisher Private Division, was first revealed in May 2023 under the working title Project Bloom. The official title and initial gameplay were shown during the June 2025 Xbox Games Showcase. This latest presentation confirms the studio's commitment to expanding beyond its flagship monster-catching franchise into a new genre. Its inclusion as a day-one title underscores its significance for Microsoft's subscription service, which recently saw the December Xbox Game Pass drop add major titles.
What we know about Beast of Reincarnation
Beast of Reincarnation is set in a post-apocalyptic Japan in the year 4026, where a corrupting force called 'the blight' has ravaged the world. Players take on the role of Emma, a young woman who can absorb this blight, teaming up with a wolf-like companion named Koo to find the source of the corruption.
Gameplay footage highlighted a fast-paced combat system that blends real-time action with tactical commands. Emma uses a katana for melee and a bow for ranged attacks against enemies called Malefacts. Her companion, Koo, can slow time, opening a command menu that allows for more strategic, turn-based actions. The trailer also showed skill trees for both characters, suggesting a deep progression system. Traversal is another key element, with Emma using her hair like vine-tendrils to move quickly across the environment.
Frequently Asked Questions
When does Beast of Reincarnation release?
Beast of Reincarnation is scheduled to launch in Summer 2026. An exact date has not yet been confirmed by developer Game Freak or publisher Private Division.
What platforms will Beast of Reincarnation be available on?
The game will be available on Xbox Series X|S, PC, and PlayStation 5. It was confirmed during the Xbox Developer Direct presentation.
Will Beast of Reincarnation be on Game Pass?
Yes, it has been confirmed that Beast of Reincarnation will be available on Xbox Game Pass on its first day of release for subscribers on Xbox and PC.
Who is developing Beast of Reincarnation?
The game is being developed by Game Freak, the studio best known for creating the Pokémon series. It is being published by Private Division, a subsidiary of Take-Two Interactive.
What is the story of Beast of Reincarnation?
The story is set in a post-apocalyptic Japan in 4026. Players control Emma, who can purify corrupted beings called Malefacts. She teams up with a wolf-like creature named Koo to find the source of the world's corruption, the legendary Beast of Reincarnation.
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