Summary
Sand Landis an upcoming action RPG adaptation by ILCA and Bandai Namco Entertainment based on the Japanese manga series by Akira Toriyama. Currently slated for a worldwide release on July 21, 2025,Sand Landfollows the story of Beelzebub, whom players will control, and his friends — Rao, Ann, and Thief — as they embark on a journey to find a Legendary Spring hidden somewhere in the desert. WhileSand Landis based on Akira Toriyama’s manga series, it has been confirmed that players will not need to be familiar with it to follow the game’s events. Nevertheless, it’s likely to cater to longtime fans of the manga even more than those who have yet to indulge in it.
Several key features have already been confirmed forSand Landahead of its full release, some of which include in-depth customization mechanics, a sizable open world, and action-packed combat. However, there will likely be more unveiled once the game launches near the end of April.
Sand Land Features Highly Detailed Vehicle Customization
Sand Land’s vehiclesare arguably the game’s standout feature. There are plenty of vehicles with unique mechanics, like the Jump Bot, the Hovercar, and the Battle Armor. While the abilities that each of these vehicles provides are worthwhile enough on their own, one ofSand Land’s best features lies in the ability players have to customize those vehicles down to the most minute details.
Sand Land’s vehicles are massively customizable and are perhaps the most customizable feature in the game. Not only can vehicles be upgraded to become more powerful, but players can also personalize the appearance of their vehicles using various paint colors and decals. In customizing their vehicles, players can choose what primary and secondary weapons their vehicles will have, as well as each vehicle’s engine, suspension, and a few other options that seem to be specific toSand Land.
Players Will Utilize a Sizable Skill Tree for Sand Land’s Fast-Paced Combat
When it comes to combat inSand Land, players will need to be prepared every step of the way. Thankfully,each character inSand Land(not just Beelzebub) comes with their own set of skills. While Beelzebub’s skill tree is about twice the size of his friends', it should still make for a satisfying role-playing experience to unlock and equip skills for each of the game’s characters.
InSand Land’s combat, players can either battle on foot using Beelzebub’s skills or in their customized vehicles. In fact, some ofSand Land’s fights will almost demand that players use vehicles, as battling these enemies without one can prove to be nearly impossible.
Players Will Explore a Sprawling Open World and Have an Upgradeable Home Base to Return to in Sand Land
From what has been revealed so far,Sand Land’s open world is extensive, to say the least. Players will venture through distinct environments, including a sprawling dry desert and a lush green world. There will likely be plenty to find inSand Land’s open world, including plenty ofdungeons and side queststo complete.
When they’re not exploringSand Land’s open world, players can return to their home base,Spino City. Here, players can build and upgrade vehicles, purchase items from merchants, and even customize their own room in the back of the garage with a wide range of furniture and aesthetics to choose from. Over time, players will even witness Spino City grow, as more and more villagers move in and players complete side quests.
More features are likely to reveal themselves afterSand Landlaunches on April 26. However, judging by what has been confirmed so far, it is already showing its true colors as a massive adventure full of activities to complete and sights to explore.
