Summary
- The First Berserker: Khazan has gone gold, likely ensuring a March 27 release.
- The hardcore RPG promises soulslike-adjacent combat and tough boss fights.
- Players can get 72 hours of early access by preordering the digital-only Deluxe Edition.
Ahead of its release on March 27, developer Neople has announced that The First Berserker: Khazan has gone gold. The hardcore RPG has been a hot topic since its initial reveal in late 2023, and those eager to explore the world of The First Berserker: Khazan likely won't need to worry about delays following this latest milestone.
Set in the same universe as the 2005 multiplayer beat 'em up game Dungeon Fighter Online, The First Berserker: Khazan is a single-player action title that will take place on the continent of Arad and follow the titular character as he seeks revenge against those who led to his downfall as the general of the Pell Los Empire. The game's soulslike combat focuses heavily on stamina management, with players needing to know when to attack, dodge, and guard to take down The First Berzerker: Khazan's many intimidating bosses. As the game approaches its planned launch date, the development team recently shared some positive news about its newest title.
The First Berserker: Khazan Explains Its Soulslike Combat [EXCLUSIVE]
The Best War Games offers an exclusive preview of The First Berserker: Khazan's combat, which will feel right at home for soulslike fans.
In a new Twitter post, the team behind The First Berserker: Khazan shared that the game had gone gold, meaning that work on Version 1.0 is officially complete, and the game is ready to be put on discs for shipment. The developers will likely now focus on preparing a day one patch, with players eagerly awaiting the title's March 27 release day, or March 24 for those purchasing the game's Deluxe Edition. Those wanting to experience the action a little earlier can currently download a demo for The First Berserker: Khazan, with any saved data being transferrable to the full game. Released in January 2025, the demo includes the game's first two missions and takes anywhere from two to four hours to complete, depending on playstyle.
The First Berserker: Khazan Details Lore in New Video
Eager fans who pre-order either the digital or physical Standard Edition of The First Berserker: Khazan will get the "Fallen Star" Armor Set, while the digital-only Deluxe Edition will grant players the "Hero" Armor and Weapon Sets, a digital artbook, the game's soundtrack, and 72-hour early access. Neople has confirmed that it will take players around 80 hours to reach the game's True Ending, and it will also feature a New Game+ mode, which will allow for higher-difficulty playthroughs of The First Berserker: Khazan.
The First Berserker: Khazan joins several other exciting titles releasing in early 2025. The Sims competitor Inzoi is due to hit shelves on March 28, while April will see the release of the highly anticipated turn-based RPG Clair Obscur: Expedition 33.
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OpenCritic Reviews
- Top Critic Avg: 81 /100 Critics Rec: 83%
- Released
- March 27, 2025
- Developer(s)
- Neople
- Publisher(s)
- Nexon
