Tales of Arise, the latest installment in the popular Tales of series, has received a new story DLC that will continue the journey of the main characters and introduce a new one. The DLC, titled Beyond the Dawn, will cost $30 and will be released on November 9, 2023.
A New Story in a New World
Beyond the Dawn is a narrative expansion that takes place more than a year after the events of Tales of Arise, which saw the liberation of the planet Dahna from the oppression of the planet Rena. The two worlds have merged into one, and the former enemies are trying to coexist peacefully. However, not everyone is happy with the new status quo, and new conflicts arise.
The DLC follows the main party of six heroes as they encounter a mysterious girl named Nazamil, who is the daughter of a former Lord who opposed them in the main game. Nazamil is a hybrid of Dahnan and Renan blood, and she carries a secret that could change the fate of both worlds. The party will have to protect her from those who seek to harm her, while also exploring what has changed in the world since their last adventure.
A Large-Scale Expansion with New Content
According to Yusuke Tomizawa, the general producer of Bandai Namco, Beyond the Dawn is the first DLC in the Tales of series that is a direct continuation of the main story in this scale. He said that he spent more than 20 hours immersed in this new narrative experience during the test play, and that he hopes that players will feel like they are watching a good movie.
The DLC will not only offer a new story, but also new content such as:
- New areas to explore, including a snowy mountain and a tropical island
- New enemies to fight, including powerful bosses
- New costumes and accessories for the characters
- New skits and interactions between the characters
- New trophies and achievements to unlock
A Must-Have for Tales of Arise Fans
Tales of Arise was released in September 2021 and received critical acclaim from both fans and critics. It was praised for its stunning graphics, engaging combat system, memorable characters, and emotional story. It sold over one million copies worldwide in less than a week, making it the fastest-selling game in the series.
Beyond the Dawn is a DLC that aims to satisfy those who enjoyed Tales of Arise and want more of it. It will provide a deeper insight into the world and the characters, as well as a thrilling new adventure that will challenge and entertain players. It will also set up the stage for possible future developments in the series.
