This month has some heavy hitters like DOOM: The Dark Ages, but there’s plenty of opportunity for AA titles like MercurySteam’s Blades of Fire. Game Informer debuted some new gameplay today, showcasing more of the combat and revealing new details about dismemberment. Check it out below.
Though it’s inherently a hack-and-slash title, Blades of Fire forces you to consider which weapon to use against which enemy, including mini-bosses like the Troll. Stunning enemies allow for chopping off limbs, which changes their strategy. For example, removing the Troll’s left arm will take away its club. It’s also possible to behead the beast, causing it to attack frantically, even if it can’t see you.
Another interesting tidbit is that Adso, the scholar who follows you around, noting details about enemies, can be sent back to base if you’re not a fan of the constant chatter. However, sometimes there’s no choice since he may discover an artifact that must be studied.
Blades of Fire launches on May 22nd for Xbox Series X/S, PS5, and PC. Learn more about the different types of damage here or brush up on how blacksmithing works.