Highlights

  • Sand Land demo now available for PS4, PS5, Xbox Series X/S, PC in advance of its full release on April 26, 2024.
  • Game follows protagonists on a desert journey containing combat, character progression, vehicle use, basecamp customization, and side activities.
  • In terms of gameplay, Sand Land promises a heavy emphasis on exploration, combat, and vehicle customization with a base building mechanic as well.

Bandai Namco Entertainment has announced the release of a Sand Land demo available now for PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X and S, and PC. The demo offers players a glimpse into the Sand Land world ahead of its full release on April 26, 2024.

Sand Land is an upcoming action role-playing video game published 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.

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The action RPG based on Sand Land is set to bring players into another of Akira Toriyama's worlds, but it also differs from the original story.

Bandai Namco Entertainment also released a 1-minute trailer revealing the Sand Land demo, 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 the Borderlands and Dragon Quest-inspired-style world of Sand Land.

Sand Land Official Demo Trailer

Sand Land stands as one of Akira Toriyama's final projects before his passing on March 1, 2024. Along the way, players will encounter a diverse cast of characters, each with their own unique stories and motivations. In terms of gameplay, Sand Land promises 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 Land features 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 world covered 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 in Sand Land’s interactive video game world.