An adaptation of Akira Toriyama’s desert-themed post-war manga. Sandland will be released on April 25, 2024 as an open-world action role-playing game. If you are a fan of Toriyama’s other works such as: Dragon Ballyou should keep an eye on that Sandlandthe closer we get to the release date. And since it seems to feature a story full of themes like war and environmental change, it looks like quite an action-packed, exploration-filled journey.
If you haven’t been up to date or haven’t heard of it Sandland Previously, we rounded up everything we know about this upcoming manga adaptation.
What kind of game is this Sandland?
Sandland is a single-player action role-playing game based on Dragon Ball of the manga of the same name by Akira Toriyama from 2000. Using customizable vehicles, players take on the role of the series’ protagonist, Beelzebub. Beelzebub, a demonic prince, also has an assortment of powers that you can use against a variety of enemies.
Checkout SandlandStory trailer from here to get a feel for the narrative.
SandlandThe 2023 manga and anime film were praised for their characters and narrative themes such as climate change and the effects of war, so here’s hoping the game is just as pointed with its commentary.
Skill-based combat on foot, explosive mayhem in vehicles
As mentioned in Sandlandis the first developer diary, Beelzebub has access to a skill tree and can use combination-based attacks when facing more challenging opponents. But the game’s most intense encounters will rely heavily on the player’s custom vehicles, which include tanks, mechs, motorcycles and hovercraft.
Enemies can also drive vehicles, so expect desert-based vehicular carnage. There are a variety of enemies scattered around Sandlandis the large map, including some encounters lifted directly from the manga, like the Geji Dragon boss.
An open world with dungeons to explore
Sandland features a large open world with desert and lush green biomes to explore. The game also promises dungeon exploration. Dungeons vary in size and include locations such as abandoned battleships, which also provide opportunities for looting and resource gathering in addition to the environmental stories they provide.
Setting up your base camp is essential
In addition to exploring, fighting, and customizing your vehicles, you also need to build your base camp. Not only is this area crucial to advancing the story, but it is also where you acquire the items for the game. The base camp expands as you complete quests, and you can even customize your own bedroom.
Sandland Editions for PC, PlayStation and Xbox
Except for the $60 standard edition PC, PS5, PS4And Xbox Series X/S (there is no Xbox One version), Sandland also comes with a deluxe and collector’s edition. The $70 Deluxe Edition includes some in-game extras like unique weapons, stickers, and additional furnishings for your base camp room. The collector’s edition is priced at $150 and includes a postcard set, a steelbook case and a Beelzebub statue.
Sandland promises a pretty varied and feature-rich experience. The games official playlist on YouTube is a great source for deeper insights into its peculiarities. We look forward to the release and any new information as the April 25, 2024 release draws closer
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