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DAWN Animated Aerowar Audioplay

"Sons of Freedom, The Time Has Come,
Ring the Bells of Dawn"

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What is DAWN?

Dawn: Aerowar is an animated audioplay that uses 3D animation, 2D art, and an audioplay story that depicts the story of one final mission for a fighter pilot driven by revenge against an Empire that took everything from him.

Fully Scored Original Soundtrack
Fully Animated 3D & 2D Animation
Voice-Acted Professional Cast
2+ Hours 12 Episodes
Dawn Aerowar world map - Saal'Runa Empire

The Story

In a world scarred by decades of war, the Free Nations stand on the brink of annihilation. The Saal'Runa Empire's iron fist has crushed all resistance - all but one.

You follow the story of a fighter pilot who has lost everything to the Empire. Family. Home. Purpose. All that remains is a single, burning drive: revenge.

One final mission. One last sortie into the crimson skies. The bells of dawn will ring - but for whom?

12 Episodes
2+ Hours
5 Languages

Features

01

Original Score

A fully original cinematic soundtrack composed to elevate every moment of drama, tension, and triumph across all 12 episodes.

02

Full Animation

Combining cutting-edge 3D environments with hand-crafted 2D character art, creating a unique visual style inspired by anime and aviation aesthetics.

03

Voice Acting

A professional voice cast brings every character to life, from hardened pilots to ruthless commanders. Every word, every emotion, performed.

04

Epic Runtime

Over 2 hours of content across 12 episodes. This isn't a short - it's a full cinematic experience you can get lost in.

Media

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Dawn Aerowar - Cockpit photo
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Community

186% Funded on Kickstarter
600+ Backers
<3 Days To Full Funding

Join the squadron. Follow the development, get exclusive updates, and be the first to experience Dawn.

The Team

Neiwa Interactive

Jose Pavli

Director, Producer, Editor, Composer

Creditian Istani

Lead 3D Artist & VFX

Argent Moon

Lead 2D Artist & Illustrator

Nadir Francesco Sanna

Lead 2D VFX & Animation

Matthew Nguyen

Writer & V.O. Coordinator

Anize Amestoy

Sound Design

Darren Liang

2D Artist, Additional 2D Animations & Concept Artist

Ashen Lilly

2D Artist & Illustrator

Calvin Romeyn

VFX & Animations

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Dawn: Animated Aerowar Audioplay?

Dawn is an animated audioplay - a unique format combining cinematic 3D/2D animation with a full audio drama experience. Think of it as an animated series meets audiobook, with a fully original soundtrack, professional voice acting, and stunning visuals.

Is this a game or a movie?

Dawn is experienced through a dedicated player app on Steam. While it's not a traditional game with interactive gameplay, it's a rich cinematic experience designed to be enjoyed on your PC with high-quality audio and visuals. Think of it as a new kind of entertainment.

When does it release?

Dawn is planned for release in 2026. Wishlist on Steam to be notified the moment it launches and to support the project's visibility.

What platforms will it be available on?

Dawn will launch on Steam for Windows, macOS, and Linux. Add it to your wishlist now to get notified on launch day.

What languages are supported?

Dawn will be available in English, French, Italian, German, and Spanish. Additional languages may be added based on community demand.

How long is it?

The full experience spans 12 episodes totaling over 2 hours of content, with an intro, closing, and post-credits sequence.

Ring the Bells
of Dawn

The time has come. Join 600+ backers who believed in this mission.

Bells of Dawn - Jose Pavli