# Beast of Reincarnation launch, reviews and sales performance

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/20260625-2026-video-game-release-announcements
> Updated: 2026-09-08T17:48:54.000Z. Sources: 103. Developments: 19.

Game Freak released its first non-Pokémon action-RPG, *Beast of Reincarnation* (previously *Project Bloom*), on 4 August 2026 for PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PC, and Xbox Game Pass. Published by Fictions and built on Unreal Engine 5, the game is set in a post-apocalyptic 4026 Japan. The narrative follows Emma and her wolf companion, Koo, through a world ravaged by a corruption known as the Blight. Initial reception was mixed due to technical flaws, including camera control issues, interface difficulties, and performance bugs. Despite these criticisms, the game saw strong commercial performance; during the 32nd calendar week (3–9 August 2026), it secured the second and third positions on the PlayStation 5 sales charts, trailing only *Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced*.

In response to feedback, Game Freak issued several updates. Patch 1.0.7 addressed camera adjustments, text size, and combat parry windows, while Patch 1.0.8 introduced camera distance settings and official support for Nvidia DLSS 4/4.5 and AMD FSR 4.0. On 13 August 2026, director Kota Furushima issued a public apology, stating, “I honestly feel there are still areas in the game that require our sincere attention.”

Subsequent updates focused on quality-of-life and technical refinements. Version 1.0.9 (1.007 on consoles) introduced ultrawide support and frame generation. Patch 1.008 (version 1.0.10), released 31 August 2026, added visual toggles for film grain and chromatic aberration, introduced ‘Tainted Seeds’ and ‘Destruction Amber’ mechanics, and addressed progression bugs. On 8 September 2026, patch v1.0.11 was released, adding more cutscene skip options, skill tree resets, and improved upscaling. Game Freak has indicated future plans for a difficulty mode beyond ‘HARD’ and automated item collection.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-08: Game Freak releases update for Beast of Reincarnation

Game Freak released patch v1.0.11 for ‘Beast of Reincarnation’, adding skippable cutscenes, skill resets, and combat balancing, with higher difficulty modes planned for future updates.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/game-freak-releases-update-for-beast-of-reincarnation

### 2026-08-31: Game Freak releases update 1.008 for Beast of Reincarnation

Game Freak released update 1.008 for Beast of Reincarnation, adding visual toggles, new gameplay items, and various quality-of-life improvements and bug fixes.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/game-freak-releases-update-1008-for-beast-of-reincarnation

### 2026-08-16: Game Freak releases post-apocalyptic action RPG Beast of Reincarnation

Game Freak has released ‘Beast of Reincarnation’, a post-apocalyptic action RPG set in a ruined Japan, marking a stylistic shift for the Pokémon developer using Unreal Engine 5.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/game-freak-releases-post-apocalyptic-action-rpg-beast-of-reincarnation

### 2026-08-16: Game Freak releases Patch 1.0.8 for Beast of Reincarnation

Game Freak released Patch 1.0.8 for Beast of Reincarnation, adding DLSS and FSR support, camera adjustments, and bug fixes. Director Kota Furushima apologized for ongoing issues and promised further updates.

7 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/game-freak-releases-patch-108-for-beast-of-reincarnation

### 2026-08-14: Beast of Reincarnation secures top PlayStation 5 sales spots

Game Freak’s new action-RPG Beast of Reincarnation secured the second and third spots in PlayStation 5 sales charts for the week of August 3–9, trailing only Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/beast-of-reincarnation-reaches-top-three-on-playstation-5-charts

### 2026-08-13: Game Freak director apologizes for Beast of Reincarnation issues

Game Freak director Kota Furushima apologized for technical and gameplay issues in Beast of Reincarnation, promising ongoing updates to improve the player experience.

6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/game-freak-director-apologizes-for-beast-of-reincarnation-issues

### 2026-08-11: Game Freak releases action RPG Beast of Reincarnation

Game Freak shifts from Pokémon to action RPG with Beast of Reincarnation, a post-apocalyptic title featuring technical combat and a story set in a devastated future Japan.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/game-freak-releases-action-rpg-beast-of-reincarnation

### 2026-08-11: Beast of Reincarnation receives patch 1.0.7 with technical improvements

Beast of Reincarnation has received patch 1.0.7 on PC, adding Nvidia DLSS 4 and AMD FSR 4 support, improving camera mechanics, adjusting combat balance, and refining story pacing.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/beast-of-reincarnation-receives-patch-107-with-technical-improvements

### 2026-08-09: Beast of Reincarnation receives first major patch to address gameplay and technical issues

Game Freak and Fictions released patch 1.0.7 for Beast of Reincarnation, addressing camera issues, text size, combat balance, and story pacing following a mixed launch.

16 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/game-freaks-beast-of-reincarnation-features-unique-combat-synergy

### 2026-08-04: Game Freak's Beast of Reincarnation launches to mixed reviews

Game Freak's new action RPG, Beast of Reincarnation, has launched to mixed reviews. Developers have promised an urgent patch to fix camera issues, UI flaws, and performance bugs reported by players.

32 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/game-freaks-beast-of-reincarnation-receives-mixed-reviews-on-steam

### 2026-08-02: Game Freak's Beast of Reincarnation launches worldwide on Aug 4, 2026

Game Freak’s Beast of Reincarnation launched worldwide on 4 Aug 2026 for PS5, Xbox Series X|S and PC, with simultaneous global unlock, Xbox Game Pass access, no early‑access, mixed reviews and a pre‑launch leak

22 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/beast-of-reincarnation-set-for-global-launch-on-august-4-2026

### 2026-08-01: Beast of Reincarnation PC Requirements Revealed Ahead of Steam Launch

Game Freak posted minimum and recommended PC specs for Beast of Reincarnation, recommending an RTX 3060 or similar for 1080p 60 fps, with launch set for Aug 4.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/beast-of-reincarnation-pc-requirements-revealed-ahead-of-steam-launch

### 2026-07-31: Game Freak's Beast of Reincarnation Leaked Online Days Before Official Launch

A PC build of Game Freak's *Beast of Reincarnation* was leaked three days before its 4 Aug 2026 launch, sparking piracy concerns and speculation about Steam pre‑load; the game also offers official pre‑download,

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/beast-of-reincarnation-leaked-online-days-before-official-launch

### 2026-07-27: Game Freak says Beast of Reincarnation’s photorealistic style breaks studio’s tradition

Game Freak’s director says Beast of Reincarnation’s photorealistic graphics deviate from the studio’s usual cartoon style, chosen to suit the new action‑RPG and signal a fresh visual challenge.

5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/game-freak-says-beast-of-reincarnations-photorealistic-style-breaks-studios-tradition

### 2026-07-25: Game Freak sets August 4 release for Beast of Reincarnation action RPG

Game Freak will release its new action RPG Beast of Reincarnation on August 4 2024 for PC, PS5 and Xbox, featuring SEKIRO‑style combat and a post‑apocalyptic Japan setting.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/game-freak-sets-august-4-release-for-beast-of-reincarnation-action-rpg

### 2026-07-21: Unpetrified: Echoes of Nature announced for PS5, Xbox Series X and Switch in autumn 2026

Unpetrified: Echoes of Nature will arrive on PS5, Xbox Series X|S and Switch in autumn 2026, following its PC release in November 2025. Players control a magical stone Golem and a fox, solving environmental p​​

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/unpetrified-echoes-of-nature-announced-for-ps5-xbox-series-x-and-switch-in-autumn-2026

### 2026-07-13: Game Freak unveils Beast of Reincarnation combat trailer ahead of August launch

Game Freak’s Beast of Reincarnation, releasing Aug 4 2026, shows a combat trailer featuring parry‑based real‑time swordplay, Koo’s Bloom Arts, and controversial PC RAM requirements of 24‑32 GB.

17 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/game-freaks-beast-of-reincarnation-set-for-august-3-release

### 2026-06-25: Game Freak's Beast of Reincarnation launches Aug 4, 2026 on PS5, Xbox Series X|S and PC

Game Freak's new 3D action RPG Beast of Reincarnation releases Aug 4 2026 for PS5, Xbox Series X|S and PC, featuring Emma and her dog Koo in post‑apocalyptic Japan; pre‑orders start at ¥248.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/game-freaks-beast-of-reincarnation-launches-aug-4-2026-on-ps5-xbox-series-xs-and-pc

### 2026-06-05: Serenity Forge announces Puppergeist on Switch for July 16, 2026

Serenity Forge announced the rhythm visual novel Puppergeist, set for a July 16, 2026 release on Switch, Xbox Series and PC, starring witch Claire’s quest in the Doggie Underworld.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/serenity-forge-announces-puppergeist-on-switch-for-july-16-2026

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