Blades of Fire makes it Steam debut today after enjoying some PC exclusive time on the Epic Games Store. MercurySteam and 505 Games are also rolling out the Version 2.0 update for this dark fantasy action-adventure across PlayStation, Xbox, and the aforementioned Epic version.
Today's release and update includes major improvements to the game, new achievements, Steam Deck support, the Adventurer Pack, artbook, and original soundtrack. Everything in the 2.0 release is a free upgrade to those who own the game on non-Steam platforms and is included from the get-go if you purchase the game new from Steam.
Blades of Fire normally retails for $39.99 but can be purchased on Steam with a 25% off discount for a limited time.
In Blades of Fire, players take on the role of Aran de Lira, the last warrior alive with the ability to forge true steel in a world where metal turns to stone, and the power of the blade rules all. Players embark on a journey of mastery, as combat favors brains over brawn. Strategically assemble your arsenal to account for the brutal enemies Aran will face, and forge weapons with precision, as there are no do-overs and make every strike of the hammer count. Battles are deliberate, weighty, and unforgiving – the key to a successful outcome is careful observation of your opponent, and taking advantage of their missteps and weaknesses, striking at the right moment. A strategic, observant warrior will emerge victoriously, while those who fight with reckless abandon will meet a terminal fate.
Version 2.0 introduces brand-new content, guaranteed to provide a challenge and make every playthrough feel fresh:
Version 2.0 introduces brand-new content, guaranteed to provide a challenge and make every playthrough feel fresh:
- New Game Plus: Relive Aran’s adventure anew while maintaining most progression and stats. As an added challenge, enemies scale to the player’s health. Thanks to 27 New Game Plus exclusive forge statues that unlock new weapon parts, Aran will be more than ready for a fight.
- New Challenge Level: Titanium Difficulty: A brutal challenge recommended for only the most experienced fighter, players will battle their way through enemies with enhanced health, armour, and a 20% damage increase, and Bosses rebalanced with stricter timing-based mechanics.
- Anvil Trials: Travel to the arena and re-challenge bosses defeated in the main story in time-limited combat to earn rewards that will help you along the way. But be wary – bosses are ready for you and bring on new mechanics to up the challenge.
- Arcana: Collect medals during the Anvil Trails and exchange them with Aran’s scholarly companion Adso, who will then grant ancient spells that grant passive buffs to your weapons.
- Transmutation: This new system allows players to convert materials directly at the forge. Convert materials into any other desired – as long as it has been discovered by Aran.
- …and More: Capture the epic scenery and key moments with the newly added Photo Mode, unlock new Achievements, fully remap your mouse and keyboard control bindings, and even better – you can now pet the Ox! Additionally, improvements such as expanded death and mutilation variations, improved animation transition, and Nvidia DLSS4 implementation will provide a richer experience, and full Steam Deck support allows players to take their battles along with them on the go.
