Paradox Interactive and The Chinese Room have revealed Banu Haqim as the third playable clan in Vampire: The Masquerade – Bloodlines 2. In this game, the player takes on the role of Phyre, an Embraced Ancient Kindred in the early 17th century, and can choose from four playable clans: Banu Haqim, Brujah, Tremere, and a fourth clan to be announced in December.
Banu Haqim is a clan focused on stalking, assassinating, and outmaneuvering enemies from the shadows with invisible maneuvers and silent eliminations. “Making Phyre a Banu Haqim changes the way players approach combat, offering a unique perspective on the game world,” said The Chinese Room creative director of the project, Alex Skidmore, in a press release. “Players must approach encounters carefully to make the most of this clan’s gifts, timing their strikes with skill and precision to achieve their goals. These Kindred are patient and cautious, making them the ideal choice for players looking for a strategic experience.”
Sean Greaney, executive vice president of World of Darkness at Paradox Interactive, added: “Banu Haqim are scholars, warriors and guardians in Vampire: The Masquerade. Players looking forward to a more tactical playstyle are getting the clan they’ve been anticipating. Each clan has distinct qualities that fulfill a player’s unique fantasy and shape how they experience Bloodlines 2. Vampire clans in Vampire: The Masquerade have their own long-lived worlds filled with history, motivations, and power structures. “The Chinese Room has done an expert job of translating these complex entities into an impactful RPG experience that is meaningful to players and fits perfectly into the World of Darkness.”
Vampire: The Masquerade – Bloodlines 2 is scheduled to be released in Fall 2024 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, and PC via Steam, Epic Games Store, and GOG.
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