Bleak Sword DX
Developer more8bit
Bleak Sword is a 2019 action role-playing video game developed by Spanish studio more8bit and published by Devolver Digital. The game was originally released on September 19, 2019 for iOS, macOS and tvOS through Apple Arcade, with an updated version, Bleak Sword DX, releasing on June 8, 2023 for Nintendo Switch and Windows. The game continues to build on the core elements of the original game, offering expanded… From Wikipedia (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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19 of 19 · most liked firstThis was so much fun, @darrenhupke.bsky.social is a phenomenal host. Please have a listen as we talk about a few games that are just right, including Bleak Sword DX (which I time warped on and for some reason said it came out in 2013 lmao). God what a game
unlabelledView post →I can’t imagine you’re struggling to find an amazing video game to play right now, but I was just thinking back to a game that I absolutely adore and think you might, too. It’s Bleak Sword DX and I think it’s the best. Ten bucks gets you one of my favorite games of the decade. No big deal
unlabelledView post →A really fun small arcade-y arena combat game that feels really responsive and juicy, but yeah. Currently playing Bleak Sword DX. AND YOU CAN GET IT FOR LESS THAN 3$ THIS WEEKEND!!! Easy recommend. store.steampowered.com/app/2193050/...
unlabelledView post →If you could distill something like Dark Souls to it's bare bones and package it on a sweet 80s videogame aesthetic, you'll probably end up with Bleak Sword DX, a fantastic game that's 100% focused on a single idea and executes it awesomely. Got it on switch 2, but it's on Steam and GOG, get it!
unlabelledView post →Trying out Bleak Sword DX, a little action combat focused game with an incredible retro-diorama aesthetic. Not very far yet but enamored with its presentation.
unlabelledView post →Tomorrow morning at noon EST i'll be diving into some recent indie game pickups, come check out the goods: Ace of Seafood Bleak Sword DX Crown Trick Dreamscaper Grapple Dog 🌈🎮🕹️🏳️⚧️ twitch.tv/gaymerherb
unlabelledView post →I like a lotta stuff here, just started playing a Soulslike today called Bleak Sword DX. Also I think you would like a game called Crow Country. I’m not even a huge survival horror buff, but that game was so so good
unlabelledView post →The art style of this game REALLY reminds me of something from Bleak Sword DX! (I loved that game)
unlabelledView post →Time for an adventure of the dark sort. Tonight I'll be playing Bleak Sword DX, a roguelite exploration playset-like hack and slash game. Sound interesting, or weird? Come by and have a look with me! Time to destroy some monsta! I'll be streaming at 9:30 PST! (In about 45 min!) www.twitch.tv/cranag
unlabelledView post →Well well well, would you look at that - Bleak Sword DX, one of 2023’s best games, is on sale for just $5 over on Humble www.humblebundle.com/store/bleak-...
unlabelledView post →Another Week starts tomorrow! We continue on with some fun stuff. A new game being in the mix, Bleak Sword DX. Seems like a small game. Also, STREAMAVERARY. Will post a celebratory post later, but will be a bonus stream Saturday. A long stream starting earlier in the day. 3 YEARS SATURDAY WOOOOOOOOO
unlabelledView post →@devolverdigital.com Tonight (July 19) 10:30pm EST my friend will stream Bleak Sword DX on his show First Fifteen. 6 games 15 mins each, and a mini review of first reactions. It will be 6 of 6. He welcomes developers & fans of the game to join in chat. Live or VOD after: www.twitch.tv/kelph1
unlabelledView post →#bleaksworddx Scopriamo un souls like decisamente unico: ecco la nostra recensione di Bleak Sword DX per PC https://www.gamernews.it/articoli/recensioni/recensione-bleak-sword-dx-pc.php
unlabelledView post →New gameplay is available for Bleak Sword DX. #BleakSwordDX https://gamesense.co/game/bleak-sword-dx/news/discuss/bleak-sword-dx-gameplay/
unlabelledView post →#Switch Review: #BleakSwordDX - Certainly not for those lacking in skill and patience, Bleak Sword DX distills the likes of Dark Souls into a lo-fi and brutal arcade-like action game... https://nindiespotlight.com/game_profile.cfm?game=bleak-sword-dx-switch
unlabelledView post →#bleaksworddx Bleak Sword DX è disponibile su PC e Switch Il particolare soulslike di more8bit arriva su PC e Switch https://www.gamernews.it/notizie/2023/06/09/bleak-sword-dx-e-disponibile-su-pc-e-switch-12123.php
unlabelledView post →#BleakSwordDX is an awesome #roguelike that has a wealth of content, and thankfully, it runs beautifully on the #SteamDeck! A copy was provided by Devolver Digital and Tinsley PR for review! https://steamdeckhq.com/game-reviews/bleak-sword-dx/
unlabelledView post →#Switch Video: #BleakSwordDX - While it's obviously going for a very lo-fi look, there's no question that tight but brutal gameplay is present https://youtu.be/OoDX8b5gEzc
unlabelledView post →#bleaksworddx Bleak Sword DX sarà disponibile su PC e Switch l'8 giugno Dopo l'esclusiva su Apple Arcade il titolo è al lancio su PC e console https://www.gamernews.it/notizie/2023/05/19/bleak-sword-dx-sara-disponibile-su-pc-e-switch-l-8-giugno-11911.php
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