Sea of Remnants Announces Dawnbreaker CBT, Featuring 21 Playable Characters and New Adventures

HANGZHOU, China – November 9, 2026 – NetEase Games today announced that the Dawnbreaker CBT for Sea of Remnants, a free-to-play turn-based roguelike developed by Joker Studio, will open at 16:00 PT on December 3. The test brings substantial new content, including 21 playable characters, two new sea regions, additional quests, two ship options, and a high-difficulty challenge. PlayStation and Xbox Series X will join the test for the first time, alongside PC via a dedicated launcher, iOS (TestFlight), and Android.

The announcement is accompanied by the video, Dawnbreaker CBT Date Announced! | Sea of Remnants Story Concept PV: “Embers” , which reveals the test date and offers a cinematic glimpse into the game's world and characters.

Pre-download opens on December 1 at 12:00 UTC. Access is limited and granted on a first-come, first-served basis, so players are encouraged to download the game in advance and log in promptly at launch. 

21 Playable Characters, More Ways to Build Your Team

The Dawnbreaker CBT will feature 21 playable characters: two limited-time Black Spot characters, six permanent Black Spot characters, twelve permanent Purple Spot characters, and the Traveler, the game's protagonist. Players can experiment with different team compositions and turn-based combat strategies, from pursuit-focused combinations to area-of-effect (AoE) damage builds. Character development and build customization offer further opportunities to refine tactics and tackle increasingly challenging encounters.

Players can explore two newly opened regions, the White Sea and Bridge Sea, alongside new Journey and Roaming Quests scattered throughout these waters.

The test also introduces two starting ship options. Players will receive the Fireworks Wanderer and can choose between it and the Drift Bottle before their first voyage, each offering a distinct naval combat style. For those seeking a tougher test of their strategies, the new high-difficulty challenge Peril Theatre will put team compositions and tactical skills to the test.

The story concept PV, Embers, looks back on the fall of the Mad King and the end of an era. The Oathblade once witnessed the Five Great Houses swear their loyalty, but their ancient alliance crumbled with the Mad King's fall. As the old generation's ambitions fade, a new struggle for power is quietly beginning. Young Baron Michael is determined to restore the order his family lost, while his old enemy, Torino, never stays far behind. Meanwhile, Ravenscar—the Empress—has accepted the new king's commission, becoming the strongest blade in House Hegney's ranks.

But what does any of this have to do with you?

You are the new captain of the Drift Bottle. Will you cut through the shadows of the past, or set sail with sunshine, sea breeze, and a few friends for a carefree adventure full of mischief?

Previously introduced casual minigames, including Lucky Duel and Goose Chess, will remain available during the CBT. Matchmaking is limited to players on the same server.

The fully shared-world multiplayer adventure is planned for progressive implementation after launch, bringing immersive solo adventures and a lively multiplayer pirate playground where friends can meet, compete, and explore together.

Build your crew, shape your strategy, and chart your own adventure in the Dawnbreaker CBT!

For the latest updates and participation details, follow Sea of Remnants on Discord | X | YouTube | Twitch | TikTok. 

Download the latest assets https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1UlEiuWK-qFYTG7vjZXsEfxij-n9Zwu8b

About Joker Studio

Founded in 2018, Joker Studio is best known for Identity V, a critically acclaimed multiplayer title celebrated for its distinctive visual style and gameplay innovation. Since launch, the game has surpassed 400 million players globally and reached #1 on free game charts in China, Japan, Thailand, South Korea, and other regions. Joker Studio continues to explore bold art direction and fresh design with their latest title, Sea of Remnants.

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About NetEase Games

NetEase Games, the online games division of NetEase, Inc. (NASDAQ: NTES and HKEX: 9999), is a leading global developer and publisher of video game IP across a variety of genres and platforms. NetEase Games’ development and publishing slate includes titles such as Marvel Rivals, Where Winds Meet, Knives Out, and Naraka: Bladepoint, and partnerships with major entertainment brands such as Warner Bros and Mojang AB (a Microsoft subsidiary). For more information, please visit https://www.neteasegames.com/.