DragonSword : Awakening

[DragonSword: Awakening — Steam Next Fest Demo Guide]

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▶ About the Demo

This demo offers a curated preview of the full game, featuring approximately 2 hours of gameplay content. Please note that the scope of the demo differs from the full release — the complete experience will be available at launch.

▶ Demo Availability

The demo is playable during Steam Next Fest only. It will be automatically deactivated once the event ends, so be sure to play and capture your footage within the festival period.

▶ Full Game Release

The full version of DragonSword: Awakening is coming July 2026. The exact release date and pricing will be announced at a later date.

▶ Key Requests & Approval

Key requests are open now and can be submitted at any time. However, please note that keys will be distributed on a rolling basis starting June 1. We appreciate your patience and will process requests as quickly as possible.

For inquiries: [email protected]

[ A Boy's Breathtaking Journey to Save the World Begins ]

Lute, a young boy traveling toward Orbis—the first kingdom built by humankind—finds himself swept up in the lives of Johnny, a mercenary, and Castella, an Elf, stumbling headfirst into the chaotic life of a mercenary.

Amid hectic days spent with his colorful companions, a massive shadow looms over the peaceful continent, and Lute's destiny begins to spiral.

Can the boy become the Dragon Sword—the Hero destined to save the continent?

[ A Wondrous Adventure in an Anime-Style Open World ]

Explore the Continent of Orbis—a radiant, warmly colored fantasy world brought to life with Unreal Engine 5!

■ A Living, Breathing Open World

Venture across beautiful meadows, secret cellars beneath watchtowers, treasure-filled deep seas, and hidden caves and dungeons—all yours to explore on foot.

■ Reliable Adventure Companions

Travel with trusty allies and adorable collectible companions called Familiars that aid you on your journey.

■ Where Everyday Life Becomes an Adventure

Combine ingredients found across the continent to create new dishes through Cooking, solve the problems of local residents, and become a true member of Orbis.

[ Thrilling Tag-Team Action Using Status Ailments ]

Experience the spectacular tag-team action unique to Dragon Sword.

■ Status Ailments and Signal Skills

Each of the 19 Heroes possesses distinct Status Ailment abilities. Stack Status Ailments with Active Skills, then chain devastating combos with powerful Signal Skills for an exhilarating combat experience.

■ Endless Signal Switching

Heroes weave in and out of battle in endless combo chains through Switching Signals! Build your own team with diverse combinations and craft your ultimate stylish combat.

[ Precious Bonds and Their Stories ]

From allies who fight alongside you to village guards, every character in Orbis carries a story of their own.

■ Heroes with Deep Narratives

Discover factions entangled in complex interests and the hidden depths of the Heroes within them.

■ Characters Brimming with Personality

From an eccentric Elf who studies archaeology to a mysterious girl who traverses dimensions—forge bonds with a colorful cast and draw closer to the truth of the world.

[ The Dragon Awakened After 60 Years and the Legacy of Six Heroes ]

Long ago, a Dragon brought the continent to the brink of destruction, and six Heroes rose to save it.

Now, 60 years later, a Dragon has appeared once more on the peaceful Continent of Orbis.

You will take on a critical quest to find the Heroes of old and confront the returning Dragon's threat. Tracing the footsteps of the legendary Heroes across the continent, you will uncover their hidden secrets.

Until the boy Lute and his mercenary band rise to become the Heroes who will save the continent—

Can they truly become the Dragon Sword, saviors of the continent, or will fate lead them down a different path?

Join them on this arduous journey and find out!