Blades of Fire Unveils New Combat-Focused Trailer Highlighting Dynamic Weapon Strategies and Terrain-Based Tactics

As the highly anticipated launch of Blades of Fire draws near, publisher 505 Games and developer MercurySteam have released a new gameplay trailer, turning the spotlight on one of the core pillars of the action-adventure experience: combat. The video delves deep into the game’s layered fighting mechanics and weapon systems, showcasing how precision, adaptability, and environmental awareness come together to deliver a thrilling battle experience.

In Blades of Fire, weapons are categorized into three primary types—slashing, piercing, and blunt—with certain weapons offering hybrid capabilities that allow players to switch between slashing and piercing modes. This system encourages tactical diversity and rewards those who strategically match their weapon choice to enemy vulnerabilities. Enemies will have distinct weak points, visually indicated via their outlines, pushing players to cycle between weapons in real time for maximum efficiency.

Combat extends beyond direct engagement, incorporating verticality and terrain advantage. Players are encouraged to seek elevated ground during encounters to gain the upper hand. Complementing the protagonist in this journey is Adso, an AI companion tasked with cataloging enemy behavior. As players repeatedly encounter specific foes, Adso’s chronicle becomes increasingly detailed—providing lore-rich backstories and optimized combat tactics.

Another innovative feature includes weapon mastery progression. Defeating a requisite number of enemies wielding the same weapon type unlocks that weapon’s unique forging scroll. Acquiring the scroll enables players to forge enhanced versions of those weapons, expanding and refining their arsenal as the game progresses.

Blades of Fire is slated to release on May 22, 2025, for PC via the Epic Games Store, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. With its immersive lore, intricate combat mechanics, and expansive world-building, the title is poised to deliver a single-player action experience built on tactical depth and cinematic flair.

Let us know in the comments—which weapon type do you plan to master first when Blades of Fire drops?