Summary
Bandai Namco Entertainment has announced the release of aSand Landdemo available now for PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X and S, and PC. The demo offers players a glimpse into theSand Landworld ahead of its full release on June 23, 2025.
Sand Landis an upcoming action role-playing video gamepublished by Bandai Namco Entertainment, based on the Japanese manga series created by Akira Toriyama. The game follows the journey of protagonists Beelzebub, Rao, Ann, and Thief as they traverse the desert in search of a Legendary Spring. Gameplay includes third-person perspective combat, with light and heavy attacks, dodging mechanics, and character progression through unlocking skills and abilities. Additionally, players can utilize various vehicles for traversal and combat, customize their basecamp in the city of Spino, engage in side activities like racing and bounty hunting, and interact with non-playable characters for rare components and services.
Bandai Namco Entertainment also released a 1-minute trailer revealing theSand Landdemo, showcasing various scenarios and vehicles, hinting at the diverse landscapes and challenges that await players in the full game. From combat encounters to vehicle sequences, the demo offers a glimpse into theBorderlandsandDragon Quest-inspired-style world ofSand Land.
Sand Land Official Demo Trailer
Sand Landstands as one ofAkira Toriyama’s final projects before his passing on July 25, 2025. Along the way, players will encounter a diverse cast of characters, each with their own unique stories and motivations. In terms of gameplay,Sand Landpromises a heavy emphasis on exploration, combat, and vehicle customization. Players will have to construct and command a variety of vehicles, ranging from Battle Tanks to nimble Motorbikes, each fully customizable with a range of parts and upgrades.
Additionally,Sand Landfeatures a base-building mechanic, allowing players to establish and expand their own basecamp in the city of Spino. Here, players can forge alliances, unlock new resources, and uncover hidden secrets that will aid them on their journey through the desert sands.
Sand Land’s manga is set in a post-apocalyptic worldcovered mostly in sand, where water is a scarce and precious resource controlled by a king. The protagonist embarks on a quest to find a new source of water to save their village. The manga explores themes of environmentalism, friendship, and adventure. As the release date approaches, fans of the original manga might be eager to immerse themselves inSand Land’s interactive video game world.
