Summary
Sand Landhas revealed a release date of April 26, information on editions, pre-order bonus, and a new gameplay trailer. Fans remember Akira Toriyama as the creator of themassive hitDragon Ball, but this time a different work is getting a game adaptation.
Sand Landadapts the manga released by Toriyama in 2000 in Shonen Jump magazine. In the action RPG, players will join the Demon Prince Beelzebub, his chaperone, Thief, and Sheriff Rao as they take on the Royal Army. Together, the trio will cross the desert searching for the Legendary Spring to end a terrible drought that has taken over the world.Sand Land’s announcement at 2023’s Summer Game Festwas one of the biggest surprises. And to get fans even more excited about the game, Bandai Namco has given new details.
It has been revealed thatSand Landarrives on April 26 on PC and consoles. Bandai Namco has announced that the game will have three editions, with the Standard Edition coming with the base game. The Deluxe Edition includes the game, the additional Army Base and Hideout furniture packs, and the Speed Demon Pack. For players who want the full experience of theSand Landgame adaptation, the Collector’s Edition comes with the base game, all the Deluxe Edition extras, the Beelzebub Decal Set, Postcards Set, and Steelbook. This edition also includes a customizable Beelzebub figurine that comes with a stand. Players who pre-order anySand Landversion will get the Survivalist Camo Pack, with three different colors to customize the vehicles.Sand Land’s Standard Edition will sell for $59.99 for PCs and consoles, the Deluxe Edition for $69.99 for all platforms, and the Collector’s Edition will be available for consoles for $129.99.
Sand Land Deluxe Edition
Sand Land Collector’s Edition
Along with the new information,Sand Landgot a new gameplay trailer. In this new sneak peek, fans meet Ann, a mechanic who promises to be a helpful ally by offering a variety of vehicles. The trailer also shows these customizable vehicles in different combat scenarios and more of the game’s scenery. Previously, the developers talked aboutSand Land’s dungeons and side quests, delving into details about the dungeon types, and how the side quests will reveal more ofSand Land’s world.
Sand Landpromises to be a more mature adventure exploring the effects of the environment, with Akira Toriyama’s characteristic charm. That won’t be the only work by the mangaka to receive a new game soon, however, as Bandai Namco is working onDragon Ball: Sparking Zero, thereturn of the acclaimedBudokai Tenkaichiseries.