The Witcher 4 Has Competition, New Open-World RPG Reveals Gameplay

This upcoming third-person cinematic open-world RPG featuring both realistic combat and a stunning setting is on the way and it is not one you will want to miss out on.

The Witcher 4 may be set to release in the not-too-distant future but if you are a fan of medieval settings and realistic swordplay, then you will love The Vernyhorn.

Developed in collaboration with the current world champion in sword fighting Antoni Olbrychski, The Vernyhorn is set to bring unprecedented levels of realism to its combat which could make it one of the best RPG experiences of all time.

However, let us not get ahead of ourselves.

Developed and published by INTERSTUDIO, The Vernyhorn is a third-person open-world RPG inspired by classic role-playing roots.

Players will follow the story of a man haunted by his past as he sets out on a journey to face his inner demons in a world shaped by faith, fear, and survival.

With every choice leaving a mark that time cannot erase, every decision you make will have a lasting impact.

Inspired by titles such as The Witcher 3 - Wild Hunt, Baldur’s Gate and the work of filmmaker Robert Eggers, The Vernyhorn aims to bring a narrative that “stays with you long after the credits have rolled” as well as atmospheric locations, thoughtful dialogue and moments of distinctive humour in a faithless world.

“We create a living, immersive world where everything follows its own natural rhythm: NPCs live out their daily routines, time and weather shift organically, nature responds, and animals walk their own paths."

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Play the Game Ahead of Launch

"Every system works together to form a cohesive, believable whole,” the official Steam synopsis for The Vernyhorn reads.

As a small studio, INTERSTUDIO also reveals that it wants to break conventions and, as a result, they want to invite players to “test the game and help shape its direction” which is possible if you join its Discord page.

If you are still unsure if The Vernyhorn is worth adding to your wishlist, you can check out the official gameplay trailer which also shows off mocap with none other than Antoni Olbrychski himself.

Featuring vast landscapes, brutal combat, a big yet detailed world and survival elements including keeping an eye on cold, hunger, and darkness, The Vernyhorn is set to revolutionise the RPG genre by taking inspiration from the classics whilst also adding a unique spin.

The Vernyhorn does not yet have a release window but as mentioned, you can help out the developers by playing sooner courtesy of its official Discord page.