New Game Announced by Castlevania: Lords of Shadow Creators

The renowned Spanish studio MercurySteam, acclaimed for their work on titles like *Castlevania: Lords of Shadow* and *Metroid Dread*, has just announced their latest venture—an action-RPG named *Blades of Fire*. In partnership with publisher 505 Games, this new title aims to plunge players into a rich, dark fantasy realm teeming with enigmatic races and terrifying creatures.

The initial trailer for *Blades of Fire* impresses with its fast-paced hack-and-slash combat, distinctive visual flair, and an enveloping, shadowy atmosphere. In terms of both gameplay mechanics and artistic style, the game echoes MercurySteam's previous work on *Lords of Shadow*. Meanwhile, the environments and creature designs bear the unmistakable imprint of the *Darksiders* series. A standout feature from the trailer is the inclusion of a mechanical bird, which appears set to serve as the protagonist's means of navigating the expansive game world.

*Blades of Fire* is being crafted using MercurySteam's in-house Mercury Engine. This choice could potentially steer the game clear of the optimization challenges that many contemporary titles face when developed on Unreal Engine 5.

Mark your calendars for the release of *Blades of Fire* on May 22, 2025. The game will launch on next-generation consoles, including PS5 and Xbox Series, as well as on PC via the Epic Games Store.