Bellwright Delays Early Access but Reveals New Trailer

Published: Dec. 05, 2023
Updated: Dec. 05, 2023

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Originally, the medieval survival adventure of Bellwright was set to begin Early Access this month. Now, the developers have postponed the release date – but not without showcasing new trailer material.

  • Donkey Crew has postponed the Early Access launch of Bellwright.
  • Accordingly, the ambitious survival title is slated to release in the first quarter of 2024.
  • Simultaneously, the developers presented new trailer footage from Bellwright.

When Will Bellwright be Available in Early Access?

Bellwright Early Access Release Date

Originally, Bellwright, a new survival game with settlement building and an open medieval world, was supposed to debut in Early Access on Steam in December. However, as the developers from Donkey Crew recently announced, they will have to push back the release date a bit.

Thus, Bellwright is set to embark on its community-supported development journey on PC in the first quarter of 2024. Console versions of the game, according to the team, will be available "later in the same year." As stated in the corresponding press release, Donkey Crew aims to provide players with the "ultimate experience" at the start of Early Access.

Additional fine-tuning and other improvements are necessary for this, the developers note. Indeed, since its initial appearance on Steam, Bellwright has generated significant interest among users, making Donkey Crew's decision understandable.

New Trailer for Bellwright Showcases Building, Hunting, & More

Along with the relevant press release, Donkey Crew also released a new trailer for Bellwright, which you can view below. The new footage spans about a minute and primarily includes gameplay scenes, some of which are presented in time-lapse.

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Specifically, the new trailer video begins with camera movements and the hero walking through medieval green landscapes, partially inhabited. Afterward, the base-building and gathering mechanics are hinted at; there's also hunting with a bow and arrow against a wolf, as well as skirmishes in front of a small fortress.

What Bellwright is About

The story of Bellwright revolves around an unspecified hero who was falsely blamed for the accidental death of a prince years ago and has since been living in hiding. After the Crown ordered his death, the protagonist narrowly escapes an assassination attempt, the motives of which raise many questions. Questions that eventually lead the hero back to his hometown.

Bellwright Gameplay Early Access Release Date

A sword and axe clash in the upcoming survival game Bellwright.

According to the game description, the main character becomes the leader of a rebellion against the oppressive sovereign, gradually uncovering the truth about his family. As the rebel leader, he assists villagers, establishes his own settlement, and recruits citizens for his cause.

They will help him build the resources and power necessary for resisting the Crown and solidifying his position as the hero of the people. Key features of Bellwright, as listed by Donkey Crew, include:

  • Survive and Thrive: Collect and manage resources in a harsh world to survive.
  • Conquer and Expand: Work your way up from a tiny settlement to the leader of a growing rebellion. Deal with threats in different regions and claim them to gain insurgency points and new resources to advance the technologies of your towns and strengthen your cause.
  • Resource and Town Management: Free your settlements from the oppressive influence of the Crown; build, manage, and upgrade your outposts and towns with recruits and manage their resources.
  • Happiness System: Your actions have consequences that affect Happiness levels. Happiness can trigger events and determine how efficient your settlements are.
  • Skill-Based Directional Combat: Lead your army with different formations and tactics in battle, using various weapon types and equipment.
  • Character Progression: Unlock and level up perks to improve your survival skills, weapon mastery, influence as an army commander, and more.
  • Roleplay and Story: Unravel the secrets of your family and the truth behind the death of the prince as you expand your armies and influence across the land.
  • Co-Op Support: Play solo or with friends.

How does all of this sound to you? Has a specific feature caught your attention? Feel free to share your thoughts in the comments.

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After graduating from high school, I initially wanted to study instrumental music. However, eventually I pursued a career as a video game journalist, which I started at the prestigious Ehapa-Verlag publisher, among others. Today, I share my extensive video game expertise with Guided. I benefit from over 40 years of experience with PC and console games, as well as my work in game development for the indie studio Knights of Bytes. I understand how video games work, and I also know how to convey my knowledge in an understandable manner.
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