Blade & Sorcery

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"Blade & Sorcery" is a fantasy combat simulator set in a detailed sandbox environment. Use physics-based fighting techniques and magic spells to battle opponents, with a focus on realism and immersion. The game features a variety of weapons, spells, and enemy types to keep the combat fresh and challenging.

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

97%

Audience ScoreBased on 93,980 reviews

gameplay1.4k positive mentions

stability580 negative mentions

The game features stunning graphics and immersive environments, contributing to an engaging combat experience.
Gameplay is praised for its dynamic combat mechanics and the extensive modding community that keeps the experience fresh.
Recent updates have significantly improved performance, making the game more playable and enjoyable for many users.

The game suffers from severe performance issues, including stuttering, low frame rates, and frequent crashes, particularly during large battles.
Many players find the game to be unpolished and filled with game-breaking glitches that disrupt gameplay.
The core gameplay loop can become repetitive over time, lacking depth and variety in objectives and narrative.

gameplay
3,292 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay of "Blade & Sorcery" is widely praised for its immersive and dynamic combat mechanics, which combine realistic physics with intuitive controls, allowing players to engage in satisfying swordplay and spellcasting. While the game offers a rich sandbox experience enhanced by a robust modding community, some players note that the core gameplay can become repetitive over time, particularly in the absence of a structured narrative or diverse objectives. Overall, the game is considered one of the best VR experiences available, especially for fans of melee combat, though it may require mods to fully realize its potential.
- “The game not only has the best physics that I've ever seen of any VR game that I've played, it is also one of the most masterful when it comes to delivering immersion, storytelling, graphics, and gameplay!”
- “Incredibly fun, brutal, and creative gameplay that is only made better by including community mods, and the support for it has been so cool to see.”
- “The gameplay is addicting and the active modding community keeps the game fresh with anything from WWII weapons to a banana that sends people flying into the stratosphere.”
- “The gameplay loop of completing dungeons and fighting a boss is so repetitive.”
- “The dungeons get super repetitive, and the story’s gameplay loop is just running a few dungeons and then fighting a boss that barely changes (and that you have to fight multiple times) for me, the price increase isn’t justified.”
- “The climbing mechanics are by far the worst game mechanic I've seen in any game.”
story
3,106 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story aspect of "Blade & Sorcery" has received mixed feedback from players. While the recent "Crystal Hunt" update introduced a story mode that adds some lore and progression, many players find it repetitive and lacking depth, primarily consisting of combat encounters with minimal narrative context. The game is praised for its immersive combat mechanics and modding capabilities, but those seeking a rich, engaging storyline may be disappointed, as much of the lore is conveyed through scattered notes rather than interactive storytelling. Overall, while the game has made strides in adding a story, it still feels more like a sandbox experience focused on combat rather than a fully fleshed-out narrative.
- “The lore, fantasy-themed combat, brutality, and storytelling all culminate together to bring the player into the beautifully articulated and masterfully curated, war-torn kingdom of Eraden!”
- “It's incredible how much storytelling the game has without any genuine dialogue apart from the baron.”
- “The story mode that was added has really been refreshing to play and go through, hoping we get more content for it in the future, like more boss enemies with some variety.”
- “The 'crystal hunt' quest thing is kind of underwhelming, all it seems to do is add a boss that's pretty fun to fight but also relatively easy to deal with as every fight is the same as the last.”
- “The story mode consists of repeating the same dungeon and fighting the same boss 6 times before achieving the ending; it's fun for the first or second time around, but by the third time you killed the exact same boss in the exact same dungeon you really wish they would at least switch it up.”
- “The game doesn't even have a story and I already have more hours than games with actual content.”
graphics
2,130 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of "Blade & Sorcery" have received widespread acclaim for their stunning visuals and immersive environments, often described as some of the best in VR gaming. Players appreciate the detailed character models, realistic physics, and the game's ability to run well even on lower settings, although some have noted performance issues on less powerful hardware. Overall, the graphics contribute significantly to the game's engaging combat experience, making it a standout title in the VR genre.
- “The game not only has the best physics that I've ever seen of any VR game that I've played, it is also one of the most masterful when it comes to delivering immersion, storytelling, graphics, and gameplay!”
- “Absolutely fantastic VR game, had possibly the best update out of any VR game ever released this year, became a full game with tons of stuff added, absolutely gorgeous graphics, fantastic physics.”
- “The graphics are stunning, and are really well optimized and I have very little issues with lag.”
- “The graphics, while serviceable, lack polish and fail to fully immerse players in the fantasy world.”
- “The game is very basic at the moment, it's basically nothing more than a fighting simulator with mediocre graphics and some clunky combat interactions.”
- “Performance is not great and the graphics are just passable, but at least the VR controls are intuitive and well-done.”
optimization
1,258 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The optimization of the game has been a significant point of contention among players, with many reporting severe performance issues, including stuttering, low frame rates, and crashes, particularly during large battles or when numerous enemies are present. While some updates have improved performance, players still express frustration over the game's inconsistent optimization, often requiring extensive tweaking of settings to achieve playable conditions. Overall, while the game offers engaging gameplay, its optimization remains a critical area needing improvement, especially for those with mid-range or lower-end hardware.
- “Very good game, and since the last update (1.0.3) the game is way more optimized and runs way better on my PC now.”
- “The graphics are stunning, and are really well optimized and I have very little issues with lag.”
- “The performance update actually makes the game playable, so yes, I'd highly recommend it now if you enjoy challenging sandbox style fighting.”
- “The performance is horrid and has been for years now.”
- “No matter what I do with this game there will always be an issue, it's either stuttering, frame rate capped at 45, or straight up won't launch.”
- “This game is great but the performance is so bad it's unplayable.”
humor
882 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is a standout feature, with players frequently highlighting the comedic aspects of its physics-based combat and the absurdity of various interactions, such as throwing enemies off cliffs or using their bodies as weapons. Many reviews mention that the game is filled with hilarious moments, often enhanced by mods that introduce even more ridiculous scenarios. Overall, the combination of brutal combat and slapstick humor creates a uniquely entertaining experience that keeps players laughing throughout their gameplay.
- “It also does a good job of showing that throwing enemies off of high places in video games will literally always be funny no matter how many times it happens.”
- “Even though there is not much of a story (with crystal hunt there is!) it is extremely fun and hilarious to hack and slash your enemies with the capability to do it any way you wish.”
- “There is something fun about grabbing a bandit by their ankle, hanging them over a cliff, laughing manically before dropping them to their doom.”
- “The reviews are a little exuberant (aka unfunny), but I guess they are just different kinds of gamers than me.”
- “You're not funny!”
- “The humor falls flat and fails to resonate with the audience.”
stability
618 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's stability is a significant concern, with numerous users reporting frequent bugs, glitches, and performance issues that can disrupt gameplay. While some players find the experience enjoyable despite these problems, many express frustration over game-breaking glitches, particularly during boss fights and combat scenarios. Overall, the game is described as fun but unpolished, with ongoing updates from developers aimed at addressing these stability issues.
- “It looks great, it runs great, and it feels great.”
- “Almost no glitches, fun content, and immersive controls.”
- “Runs great but not just because of my new specs, the devs have put some hard work into the performance and still keeping up with new content.”
- “Can't recommend this game as it's just too unpolished and buggy to have a good experience.”
- “Very buggy game, items fall through the floor, items won't go in your inventory, enemies get stuck in weird places, grabbing a surface requires an animation so trying to grab things in mid air is hit or miss.”
- “However, there are too many game-breaking glitches for me to recommend.”
replayability
448 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The replayability of "Blade and Sorcery" is widely praised, with many users highlighting its near-infinite potential due to extensive modding support and the introduction of new game modes like "Crystal Hunt." Players appreciate the variety of combat styles and the ability to experiment with different builds, which keeps the gameplay fresh and engaging. While some note that the base game may feel limited over time, the active modding community and regular updates significantly enhance the overall replay value, making it a must-have for VR enthusiasts.
- “When the full release dropped with the crystal hunt game mode, I played this game for 3 days straight. It is so good, and the amount of playstyles available with all the spells makes the game very, very replayable.”
- “Blade and Sorcery is, in my humble opinion, the single most replayable and enjoyable experience I've found in VR.”
- “The vanilla game content is extremely enjoyable and replayable, given the different 'classes' you can assemble with weapons and different armor to complement your movement, health, or magic ability to take on the different dungeon locations and uncover the lore the game's world has to offer through environmental storytelling and collectible notes/tablets to read.”
- “While there is replayability, I feel like at some point progressing through the progressively generated dungeons will start feeling a little dull.”
- “This game falls into that first category, beautifully polished by the small studio behind it, but with only two game modes (basically creative mode or a limited dungeon crawler with one main map), it lacks replayability besides its other major redeeming feature, extensive mod support.”
- “Its a very good game don't get me wrong but it's not really got much replayability.”
grinding
266 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The grinding aspect of the game is frequently described as extremely time-consuming and tedious, with many players feeling that it requires an excessive investment of time, often humorously suggesting that one would need a "second life" to complete it. While some players appreciate the rewards and unique abilities that come from grinding, others find the repetitive nature of tasks and boss fights to be frustrating and detracting from the overall experience. Despite the grind, there are mixed feelings about the game's progression, with some players noting that updates have made certain aspects less grindy and more enjoyable.
- “Would recommend for everyone who is looking for a well-made and captivating game with rather quick and not grindy progression.”
- “A bit grindy... sometimes.”
- “One long, tedious grind.”
- “Repeating the same boss fight over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over is a lot tedious.”
- “This made playing the game very tedious and nauseating for me.”
- “After the changes there seems to be a massive increase in magic users, even in wave 1 of survival, which honestly makes the entire thing tedious and frustrating to deal with.”
music
254 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some players praising its immersive quality and ability to enhance the combat experience, particularly when paired with external soundtracks like Doom or Metal music. However, others criticize the game's original soundtrack as repetitive and lacking in variety, suggesting that players often prefer to use their own playlists or mods to improve the audio experience. Overall, while the sound design and ambiance are generally well-received, the in-game music could benefit from more diversity and memorability.
- “Blade & Sorcery + Doom soundtrack = bliss.”
- “The game is very immersive, the music and sounds are great and match the atmosphere perfectly.”
- “The sound design is top notch with beautiful ambiance and music, the sounds of battle like the clashing of swords and arrows whizzing by your head, to the horrific screams from your dying opponents.”
- “Utter garbage that you can't turn off, super irritating and crap. Thank the gods that you can download a mod named 'no music'.”
- “Most stupid developer's choice ever to force music upon a player.”
- “The ambient sounds and occasional music add to the atmosphere, though the soundtrack is not particularly memorable.”
emotional
144 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The emotional responses to the game are highly varied, with players expressing feelings of nostalgia, joy, and connection to the developers, while also grappling with intense and sometimes disturbing emotions related to the game's violent mechanics. Many players describe the experience as both heartwarming and overwhelming, with some feeling like a child again or a powerful figure, while others confront feelings of guilt or psychopathy due to the realistic portrayal of violence. Overall, the game elicits a complex emotional landscape that resonates deeply with its audience.
- “This game made me feel like the main character. 10/10 game.”
- “Tears welled up in his eyes when he realized exactly what was at stake.”
- “From the life fleeing the squirming mass, to the moaning exhale of a dying breath, and then the climactic limpness of the body, the feeling was brought to an intense emotional peak of which words cannot describe.”
atmosphere
38 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of the game is widely praised for its impressive graphical fidelity, immersive sound design, and detailed environments that enhance the overall experience. Players appreciate the unique and engaging settings, particularly in the dungeon mode, which contributes to a sense of presence in the virtual world. While the atmosphere is generally well-received, some reviewers suggest that additional ambient sounds could further enrich certain areas.
- “The graphical fidelity is impressive, and the atmospheric lighting and sound design further enhance the sense of immersion.”
- “The visuals are stunning, adding to the sense of presence in the virtual world and creating an atmosphere that draws you deeper into the game.”
- “The game is very immersive, the music and sounds are great and match the atmosphere perfectly.”
- “The ambient sounds and occasional music add to the atmosphere, though the soundtrack is not particularly memorable.”
- “While this is definitely my go-to when thinking of a VR fighting game, the atmosphere of each level and every small crack in the ancient stone to plank on the roof was placed deliberately.”
- “The atmosphere of the game, and the effects of the spells are something else... and about the climbing thing...”
monetization
28 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the absence of microtransactions and expressing a desire to support the developers through in-game purchases. Conversely, others criticize the game for being filled with unwanted features and microtransactions, labeling it as a cash grab. Overall, while some players view the monetization as a positive reflection of developer passion, others feel it detracts from the gaming experience.
- “I actually want some in-game purchases to buy just to support the developers more.”
- “Get microtransactions for armor skins.”
- “- no microtransactions”
- “0/10 shitty cash grab + no fishing”
- “Far from what was expected, filled to the brim with unwanted features and microtransactions alongside a roadmap that made you raise questions as to what 'improvements' and what this could mean for future characters (did they need to get purchased? (yes. but they did add in-game grind)) etc.”
- “Just another VR swordfighting cash grab.”
character development
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Character development in the game currently lacks depth, with users noting limited content available at this stage. However, an upcoming update promises to introduce a campaign mode, inventory system, and enhanced character development features, which players are eagerly anticipating. Overall, while the foundation is there, more environments and mechanics are needed to fully realize character growth and exploration.
- “Content: Not a lot yet, but the upcoming update alleges to contain campaign mode, inventory, and character development, plus a ton of other stuff you can look at in the update notes on the store page.”
- “Content: not a lot yet, but the upcoming update alleges to contain campaign mode, inventory, and character development, plus a ton of other stuff you can look at in the update notes on the store page.”
- “We need more environments to really test our player skills in both combat and puzzle mechanics. I believe this is needed most of all in high priority to world exploration and character development.”