The acclaimed Spanish studio MercurySteam, renowned for its contributions to titles like *Castlevania: Lords of Shadow* and *Metroid Dread*, has announced its latest endeavor: an action-RPG named *Blades of Fire*. This exciting new project is being developed in partnership with publisher 505 Games and aims to plunge players into a richly detailed dark fantasy realm, teeming with enigmatic races and terrifying creatures.
The initial trailer for *Blades of Fire* offers a glimpse into its fast-paced hack-and-slash combat, distinctive visual style, and a deeply immersive, dark atmosphere. Fans of MercurySteam's previous works will notice gameplay and artistic similarities with *Lords of Shadow*, while the game's environments and enemy designs draw clear inspiration from *Darksiders*. A standout feature in the trailer is a mechanical bird, which hints at how the protagonist will navigate the expansive game world.
*Blades of Fire* is being crafted using MercurySteam's own Mercury Engine. This choice may offer a smoother experience, sidestepping the optimization challenges that some modern games face when developed on Unreal Engine 5.
Mark your calendars for May 22, 2025, as *Blades of Fire* is set to launch on the latest generation of consoles, including PS5 and Xbox Series, as well as on PC through the Epic Games Store (EGS).
