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Blades & Battles

Relive the era of beat 'em ups in a new legend! Wield your sword as Arthur or Lancelot and fight side by side in epic battles inspired by the classic Golden Axe, now in 3D with pixelated 2.5D graphics and full of retro action.

Release date
September 29, 2026
Platforms
Windows, Linux
Developer
QUByte Interactive
Publisher
QUByte Interactive
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About Blades & Battles

Wield your sword and relive the golden age of beat 'em ups! Blades & Battles combines the spirit of classics like Golden Axe with the intensity of stylized 3D combat in 2.5D. Explore a fantasy world inspired by the legends of King Arthur and fight in epic battles that will shape the fate of the Round Table. Play as Arthur or Lancelot, each with unique abilities, distinct fighting styles, and devastating special attacks.

Face hordes of enemies in local co-op battles and relive the glory of arcades with a modern, cinematic, action-packed presentation. Key features:Two legendary heroes: play as Arthur or Lancelot, each with their own weapons and moves. Local co-op: fight alongside a friend in cooperative campaign mode. Stylized 2.5D visuals: 3D art with a pixelated filter that blends the new and the nostalgic. Classic beat 'em up reimagined: straightforward action, combos, spells, and colossal bosses.

Mythical story: discover the adventures that precede the formation of the Round Table. With beautiful 3D environments featuring a retro pixel filter, Blades & Battles is a love letter to the classics of the 90s, reinvented for a new generation of knights and indie game fans.IMPORTANT:To play in co-op mode, you must use a joystick.

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★ 9.4/10Steam · 18 ratings
SteamLast checked November 3, 2026

Most helpful8

Not recommended
Story ist sehr eintönig und das letzte lvl übertreibt extrem mit 2 bossen hintereinander. Ihr könnt es spielen, aber mehr als 5€ ist es nicht…
Recommended
This is a fantastic start to a great line of beat em ups within the genre. However, it is way too short and there are…
Recommended
Gameplay is really good. Game is in my opinion to short. Should have added an Archer or a Caster to increase replayability. A nice homage…
Recommended
As a long time Golden Axe fan (Since 1989).. it didn't really do it for me. But it is a decent Beat 'Em Up. I…
Recommended
the atmosphere is great, the art design is catchy and the sound system is also really funny. the demo videos lived up to the expectation,…
Recommended
Every few years I try to play Golden Axe, but it just doesn't feel like I remember it. This game feels like I remember Golden…
Recommended
Ok this game is definitely fun to play. The movement, Dashes and attacks feel smooth and I love the ability to do mix-ups. 10/10 would…
Recommended
Blades and battles is a new indie beat em up and Fantasy medieval themed title based on classics like Golden Axe and Knights of the…

Most recent8

Not recommended
Story ist sehr eintönig und das letzte lvl übertreibt extrem mit 2 bossen hintereinander. Ihr könnt es spielen, aber mehr als 5€ ist es nicht…
Recommended
the atmosphere is great, the art design is catchy and the sound system is also really funny. the demo videos lived up to the expectation,…
Recommended
As a long time Golden Axe fan (Since 1989).. it didn't really do it for me. But it is a decent Beat 'Em Up. I…
Recommended
This is a fantastic start to a great line of beat em ups within the genre. However, it is way too short and there are…
Recommended
Gameplay is really good. Game is in my opinion to short. Should have added an Archer or a Caster to increase replayability. A nice homage…
Recommended
Every few years I try to play Golden Axe, but it just doesn't feel like I remember it. This game feels like I remember Golden…
Recommended
GOOD The art style looks great, the gameplay is excellent, the combos are simple and fun, and dodging feels really good. The game is a…
Recommended
Ok this game is definitely fun to play. The movement, Dashes and attacks feel smooth and I love the ability to do mix-ups. 10/10 would…

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