Gamers can look forward to diving into the desolate wastelands of Sand Land, as Bandai Namco officially announces an April 26, 2024 release date for the open-world adventure game on PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. Sand Land, a manga series by Akira Toriyama known for his work on Dragonball and Dragon Quest, is getting a game adaptation following the debut of a feature-length film. Players will join the demon prince Beelzebub, Thief, and Sheriff Rao in their quest to find the Legendary Spring and end a catastrophic drought. While the game showcased at the Tokyo Game Show revealed areas that needed improvement, the upcoming title promises a mix of driving, combat, and exploration.

What is the storyline of Sand Land, and who are the main characters?

The storyline of Sand Land features a demon prince named Beelzebub, his chaperone Thief, and Sheriff Rao as they embark on a mission to find the Legendary Spring to resolve a devastating drought that affects their world. The trio's journey involves overcoming obstacles and facing the Royal Army across vast desert landscapes.

For additional context, Sand Land is a relatively niche manga by Akira Toriyama that was published back in 2000. It quickly garnered attention due to Toriyama's reputation as the creator of the Dragon Ball series. The manga is much shorter than Dragon Ball, with only one volume, making it a concise story that stands apart with its unique setting and characters. The game adaptation, which is perhaps drawing from the manga's limited-series nature, aims to expand on the world Toriyama created, bringing it to life in a new medium for both fans of the manga and new players alike.