Sand Land (PC) – Steam Gift – GLOBAL

Sand Land
Release Date: April 26, 2024
Platforms: PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X, PC
Developer: Keishu Minami
Publisher: Bandai Namco Entertainment

Overview:
Created by Akira Toriyama, the mind behind the legendary Dragon Ball series, Sand Land is an action-adventure RPG set in a post-apocalyptic desert world. This adaptation of Toriyama’s manga, which was his final project before he passed away, brings his unique artistic vision to life in an engaging video game format.

Story:
Set in a desolate world plagued by severe water shortages, Sand Land follows the demon prince Beelzebub and his team—Sheriff Rao, Ann, and a demon named Thief—as they embark on a quest to find the mythical Legendary Spring. The journey is fraught with challenges as they encounter various hostile characters and face the harsh realities of their environment.

Gameplay:

• Perspective: Third-person perspective (TPP) with a focus on melee combat.
• Combat: The game features a mix of light and heavy attacks, providing a dynamic combat experience. The player controls Beelzebub, while other characters are managed by AI, offering support and unlocking new skills.
• Vehicles and Customization: Players can collect parts to build and customize vehicles, which aid in traversing the desert and engaging in tank battles. Vehicle customization is a key feature, though character customization is limited.
• Base Building: Establish and expand a base, customize living quarters, and recruit NPCs with unique abilities encountered during the journey.
• Exploration and Quests: Engage in exploration, major quests, and minor objectives such as races and bounty hunting. Water plays a crucial role in restoring HP.

Graphics:
The game boasts superb graphics powered by Unreal Engine 5, with a cartoonish, manga-inspired style that pays homage to Toriyama’s distinctive aesthetic.

Key Features:

• Inspired by Akira Toriyama: Experience a game based on the work of the renowned manga artist.
• Graphical Excellence: Enjoy high-quality visuals with a manga-style flair.
• RPG Elements: Explore, combat, craft, and build in an extensive single-player campaign.