Vampire: The Masquerade – Oaths and Ashes, a Contemporary Berlin Visual Novel, Launches This Year

Following the release of Vampire: The Masquerade – Bloodlines 2 last year, the World of Darkness universe is set to expand once again. A brand-new title, Vampire: The Masquerade – Oaths and Ashes, has been announced as an interactive visual novel slated for release on PC via Steam later this year. Set in the gritty, modern-day sprawl of Berlin, the story adheres to the mechanics and lore of the tabletop RPG’s 5th Edition.

The narrative centers on an unlikely alliance between two protagonists: Alice, a pragmatic operative for the Camarilla tasked with sowing discord among rival factions, and Lenz, a disenfranchised “Thinblood” fighting for survival on the fringes of society. According to the developers at Revive The Spark—a studio with extensive experience in the franchise—the dynamic tension and evolving relationship between these two leads form the heart of the experience.

Oaths and Ashes expertly integrates 5th Edition mechanics into its gameplay, balancing consequence-heavy dialogue choices with unique character abilities. Players will utilize Alice’s supernatural Disciplines to manipulate the social and political landscape, while Lenz relies on a sophisticated alchemy system to craft custom concoctions, opening up new narrative pathways and specialized skills. Every decision ripple across the fractured political map of Berlin, permanently altering the balance of power.

Whether you are a longtime veteran of the World of Darkness or a newcomer intrigued by the lore, Revive The Spark has crafted this story to be accessible for all audiences.

Vampire: The Masquerade – Oaths and Ashes is expected to arrive on PC in 2026.

In the meantime, feel free to revisit our review of Vampire: The Masquerade – Bloodlines 2 or browse our dedicated coverage hub for a deeper look at the latest updates from the series.

What are your thoughts on this new direction for the franchise? Are you planning to dive into the shadows of Berlin when the game launches? Let us know in the comments!