Beast of Reincarnation is the most important game of the summer

Game Freak’s upcoming Beast of Reincarnation is being framed as the studio’s most important summer release.

The PS5, PC, and Xbox Series X action RPG marks a big departure from Game Freak’s usual Pokémon-focused work.

Its technical quality and scope could reshape how players view Game Freak after the performance criticism around Pokémon Scarlet and Violet.

A strong showing would boost confidence in the studio ahead of Pokémon Winds and Waves and its next mainline Pokémon era.