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WARLOCK: Dungeons & Dragons Key Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Engine | AAA Proprietary / UE5 |
| Genre | Action-Adventure |
| Initial Release | Late 2027 |
| Developer | Invoke Studios ( Tuque Games) |
| Publisher | Wizards of the Coast |
| Setting | Shattered Open World (D&D Lore Inspired) |
| Perspective | Third-Person |
| Platforms | PC (Steam), PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S |
| Multiplayer | Single-Player Only |
| Unique Feature | Performance capture by Tricia Helfer and systemic magic that doubles as environmental keys. |
WARLOCK: Dungeons & Dragons System Requirements
1080p
tune Target: 1080p ~60 FPS (High Preset) – High Preset, DLSS/FSR Quality
WARLOCK: Dungeons & Dragons Laptop Recommendations
1080p - Target: 1080p ~60 FPS (High Preset, DLSS/FSR Quality) Recommendations
memory Intel Core i7-14700HX
developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070
storage 16GB DDR5-5600MHz
US $1899
Model: Alienware M18 with RTX 4070
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developer_board GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 (Score: 8700)
storage RAM: 16GB DDR5-5600MHz
save Storage: 1000GB NVMe
desktop_windows Display: 2560 x 1600 (QHD+)
Meets criteria for tier: 1080p - Target: 1080p ~60 FPS (High Preset, DLSS/FSR Quality).
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developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070
storage 32GB DDR5-5600MHz
US $1699
Model: MSI Creator M16 HX with RTX 4070
memory CPU: Intel Core i9-14900HX (Score: 1200)
developer_board GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 (Score: 8700)
storage RAM: 32GB DDR5-5600MHz
save Storage: 2000GB NVMe
desktop_windows Display: 2560 x 1600 (QHD+)
Meets criteria for tier: 1080p - Target: 1080p ~60 FPS (High Preset, DLSS/FSR Quality).
memory Intel Core i9-14900HX
developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070
storage 16GB DDR5-5600MHz
US $1615
Model: ASUS ROG Strix G16 with RTX 4070
memory CPU: Intel Core i9-14900HX (Score: 1200)
developer_board GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 (Score: 8700)
storage RAM: 16GB DDR5-5600MHz
save Storage: 1000GB NVMe
desktop_windows Display: 2560 x 1600 (QHD+)
Meets criteria for tier: 1080p - Target: 1080p ~60 FPS (High Preset, DLSS/FSR Quality).
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storage 16GB DDR5-5600MHz (Dual-Channel)
US $1300
Model: MSI Cyborg 15 (RTX 5050 & Intel 7)
memory CPU: Intel Core Ultra 7 255H (Score: 1286)
developer_board GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 Laptop GPU (Score: 9000) @ 45W TGP
storage RAM: 16GB DDR5-5600MHz (Dual-Channel)
save Storage: 1000GB NVMe
desktop_windows Display: 1920 x 1080 (FHD)
Meets criteria for tier: 1080p - Target: 1080p ~60 FPS (High Preset, DLSS/FSR Quality).
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US $1689
Model: HP Omen 16 (RTX 5060 & Ryzen 9 8940HX)
memory CPU: AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX Processor (Score: 2225)
developer_board GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 Laptop GPU (Score: 9000) @ 115W TGP
storage RAM: 32GB DDR5-5200MHz
save Storage: 1000GB NVMe
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Meets criteria for tier: 1080p - Target: 1080p ~60 FPS (High Preset, DLSS/FSR Quality).
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US $2499
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developer_board GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Ti (Score: 9100) @ 175W TGP
storage RAM: 32GB DDR5-4800MHz
save Storage: 2000GB NVMe
desktop_windows Display: 2560 x 1440 (QHD)
Meets criteria for tier: 1080p - Target: 1080p ~60 FPS (High Preset, DLSS/FSR Quality).
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developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4050 140W
storage 16GB (2x8GB) DDR5 5600MHz SO-DIMM
US $799
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memory CPU: AMD Ryzen 7 7445HS (Score: 1656)
developer_board GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4050 (Score: 9842) @ 140W TGP
storage RAM: 16GB (2x8GB) DDR5 5600MHz SO-DIMM
save Storage: 512GB NVMe
desktop_windows Display: 1920 x 1080 pixels
Meets criteria for tier: 1080p - Target: 1080p ~60 FPS (High Preset, DLSS/FSR Quality).
memory AMD Ryzen 7 7445HS
developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4050 105W
storage 16GB DDR5 5600MHz SO-DIMM
US $1699
Model: ASUS TUF Gaming A16 with RTX 4050
memory CPU: AMD Ryzen 7 7445HS (Score: 1656)
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storage RAM: 16GB DDR5 5600MHz SO-DIMM
save Storage: 512GB NVMe
desktop_windows Display: 1920 x 1200
Meets criteria for tier: 1080p - Target: 1080p ~60 FPS (High Preset, DLSS/FSR Quality).
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developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 Laptop GPU
storage 64 GB DDR5-5600MHz
US $2699
Model: HP OMEN 16 with RTX 4080 and intel i9 14th Gen
memory CPU: Intel Core i9-14900HX (Score: 1200)
developer_board GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 Laptop GPU (Score: 10500)
storage RAM: 64 GB DDR5-5600MHz
save Storage: 1000GB NVMe
desktop_windows Display: 2560 x 1440 (QHD)
Meets criteria for tier: 1080p - Target: 1080p ~60 FPS (High Preset, DLSS/FSR Quality).
memory AMD Ryzen 7 6800HS
developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU 140W
storage 16GB (2x8GB) DDR4 4800MHz SO-DIMM
US $1750
Model: ASUS TUF A18 (RTX 5070 & Ryzen 7 260)
memory CPU: AMD Ryzen 7 6800HS (Score: 880)
developer_board GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU (Score: 12000) @ 140W TGP
storage RAM: 16GB (2x8GB) DDR4 4800MHz SO-DIMM
save Storage: 1000GB NVMe
desktop_windows Display: 2560 x 1600 pixels
Meets criteria for tier: 1080p - Target: 1080p ~60 FPS (High Preset, DLSS/FSR Quality).
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Core Requirements
- desktop_windowsOperating System: Windows 11 (64-bit)
Built for modern APIs and direct storage technologies.
- memoryDirectX: DirectX 12 Ultimate
Required for advanced lighting and systemic environmental interaction.
- save_altStorage Note: 100 GB available space (NVMe SSD Required).
Mandatory for seamless open-world traversal without loading screens.
settings_applications Optimization Notes:
Upscaling: Will support DLSS 3/FSR 3 or later for maintaining high frame rates during complex spell mixing.
Key Settings: Systemic Magic Density, Shadow Quality (Raven Queen influence), and Performance Capture fidelity are the primary performance drivers.
WARLOCK: Dungeons & Dragons: Map Size and Regions
The game features an ambitious, 'checklist-free' open world designed to feel like a journey. The setting is 'beautiful yet unsettling,' focusing on exploration where magic acts as a key to unlock new paths. Regions vary from high-fantasy ruins to darker, shattered landscapes populated by warring monster tribes.
WARLOCK: Dungeons & Dragons: Post-Launch Content / DLC
Wizards of the Coast plans to expand the game with story-driven expansions that explore more of the dark corners of the D&D universe and introduce new otherworldly patrons.
WARLOCK: Dungeons & Dragons Skills & Upgrades Overview
Move away from traditional 5e character sheets to a real-time arcane power fantasy. Progression centers on mastering 'Systemic Magic,' where spells have utility both in combat and exploration. Players creatively mix and match abilities to solve puzzles and navigate the world, focusing on expressive casting rather than simple projectiles.
WARLOCK: Dungeons & Dragons: Game Editions
Standard, Deluxe, and Patron editions are expected for the late 2027 launch. Pre-orders are rumored to include unique cosmetics reflecting Kaatri's otherworldly patron.
WARLOCK: Dungeons & Dragons: Cross-Platform / Crossplay
Confirmed for PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X|S. While primarily a single-player game, cross-platform cloud saves are expected via Wizards of the Coast accounts.
WARLOCK: Dungeons & Dragons Other Features & Info
- labelMultiplayer Modes
The game is designed as a focused, single-player character-driven experience. No multiplayer or co-op modes are currently planned.
- labelStory and Setting
Set in a dark, shattered fantasy world inspired by D&D lore. The story follows Kaatri, an ex-weapons master who has made a dark pact with an otherworldly entity (likely the Raven Queen) for forbidden power. The narrative focuses on the personal cost of this magic and Kaatri's journey through a world consumed by darkness, interacting with iconic D&D monsters like the Death Kiss.
- labelTop 3 Gameplay Mechanics
- 1. Systemic Magic: expressive casting where spells have physics-based utility in and out of combat, replacing traditional 'colored projectile' magic. 2. Shadowy Tendrils: A magical traversal and control mechanic used to interact with the environment and control enemy creatures. 3. Visceral Melee-Magic Hybrid: Real-time combat that combines the weight of a weapons master's strikes with the devastating impact of warlock magic, ignoring 5e initiative rules for fluid action.
WARLOCK: Dungeons & Dragons Frequently Asked Questions
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help_outline Is WARLOCK a turn-based RPG like Baldur's Gate 3?No. WARLOCK is a real-time third-person action-adventure game that prioritizes visceral combat and systemic interaction over tabletop simulation.
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help_outline Do I need to know D&D lore to play?No. The game is designed to be accessible to newcomers, teaching all necessary lore within the narrative.
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help_outline Who is the main character?The protagonist is Kaatri, a veteran weapons master performed by Tricia Helfer.