Beast of Reincarnation shows Game Freak has more to learn
Game Freak's upcoming action RPG, 'Beast of Reincarnation,' is being closely watched as a departure from the developer's traditional Pokemon franchise. Early previews suggest the game is a critical test of the studio's ability to innovate and expand its creative portfolio.
Why it matters
As the developer of the world's highest-grossing media franchise, Game Freak's ability to diversify its output is significant for the gaming industry.
Game Freak’s Beast of Reincarnation arrives with high expectations. The action role-playing game, due Aug. 4, was widely seen by fans as a chance for the Pokemon developer to show what it could do beyond the long-running series.Early previews indicated a massive departure from the creature-capturing and battling mechanics Game…
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