New PS5 and Xbox Action-RPG is Getting Great Reviews

The newest RPG from Life is Strange studio Don't Nod, Banishers: Ghosts of New Eden, is receiving rave reviews following its launch, with many praising its gameplay and gripping narrative. French developer Don't Nod made waves in the gaming industry with the release of Life is Strange in 2015, becoming an instant hit and receiving multiple accolades following its debut. The developer has made its name for its narrative-driven adventure games, releasing a sequel to Life is Strange alongside new original games like Twin Mirror. Now, the studio's newest game is seeing positive reception.

Banishers: Ghosts of New Eden was first teased in 2019 as a spiritual successor to the studio's 2018 RPG Vampyr before being officially revealed in 2022. Banishers thrusts players into the role of ghost hunters Antea Duarte and Red Mac Raith, investigating the haunted community of New Eden. The game was originally set to debut on November 7th of last year, though it was delayed to February to avoid a jam-packed holiday season filled with major releases. Now, fans are reportedly loving Banishers: Ghosts of New Eden following its debut earlier this week.

Following the launch of Banishers: Ghosts of New Eden on Tuesday, the newest RPG from Don't Nod is already seeing plenty of positive feedback from fans. The game's narrative has been one of its heaviest points of praise, with fans lauding the engaging story of protagonists Antea and Red. The gameplay has also seen positive comparisons to games like The Witcher 3 and God of War, likening Banishers' combat to the massively popular games. Banishers currently boasts an impressive MetaCritic score of 78, less than a week after its release.

The early success of Banishers: Ghosts of New Eden comes as Don't Nod revealed the studio's next major project at The Game Awards. Don't Nod announced the upcoming Lost Records: Bloom & Rage during the awards show, confirming it as the start of a «new universe» for the studio. The game will be a return to