Blades & Battles
Released 29 September 2026 · PC, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch · Action, Adventure, Indie
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.
Story
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...
Gameplay
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.
Features
- Single-player
- Multi-player
- Co-op
- Shared/Split Screen Co-op
- Shared/Split Screen
- Steam Achievements
- Full controller support
- DualShock Controller Support
Release details
Blades & Battles is a Action, Adventure and Indie game by QUByte Interactive. Blades & Battles came out on Tuesday, 29 September 2026 on PC, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One and Nintendo Switch. This date comes from Steam and was last checked on 29 September 2026.
Frequently asked questions
When did Blades & Battles come out?
Blades & Battles came out on 29 September 2026.
Which platforms is Blades & Battles on?
Blades & Battles is on PC, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One and Nintendo Switch.
Who makes Blades & Battles?
Blades & Battles is developed by QUByte Interactive.
What kind of game is Blades & Battles?
Blades & Battles is a game of these genres: Action, Adventure and Indie.