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Of Blades & Tails

Platform(s): Nintendo Switch, PC, Xbox One, Xbox Series X
Genre: RPG/Strategy
Publisher: Pineapple Works
Developer: Felix Laukel
Release Date: 2023

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'Of Blades & Tails' Available On Steam Early Access, Full Launch For Nintendo Switch, Xbox And PC In 2023 - Screens & Trailer

by Rainier on Oct. 20, 2022 @ 12:46 a.m. PDT

Of Blades & Tails is an action-oriented hybrid turn-based RPG that rewards a thoughtful and strategic approach to real-time turn-based combat.

Of Blades & Tails is an action-oriented hybrid turn-based RPG that rewards a thoughtful and strategic approach to real-time turn-based combat. Explore a fantastical land populated by different animal tribes. Follow the main story or hunt for treasures in ancient ruins and mysterious dungeons. Develop your character and gain powerful equipment in order to advance and save the world.

In Of Blades & Tails you play Reik, an inquisitive member of the proud Fox Tribe. After a series of unfortunate events forces him to leave his home behind, Reik embarks on a quest to preserve the peace of the realm. Venture into the outside world and gain enough experience to fight a mysterious evil endangering the innocent and corrupting the once quiet forests with fearsome enemies.

The gameplay is inspired by classic Hack & Slays like Diablo and turn-based RPGs like Tales of Maj'Eyal or Stoneshard. However there is no permadeath in this game. It aims to be an accessible and entertaining Action-RPG. The lore is inspired by the classic Point & Click Adventure Inherit the Earth.

As you explore the land, you'll gain experience and unlock new abilities. Not all inhabitants will be friendly to you. Some will help you with information, others are only interested in trading, and still others will get in your way. Improve your equipment and collect useful resources in the environment to have a decisive advantage in battle.


Hold on to your swords and staves because Of Blades & Tails is finally available as a Steam Early Access title, playable on PC and Steam Deck for 12.99 USD/EUR with a week-long -10% launch discount.

The developer has also released a roadmap detailing their plans to add achievements, new talents, factions, world map expansions, and more!


Key Features:

  • Designed for a consistent experience, with No Permadeath in the game, players' progress is encounter-based and is always saved when entering a new area
  • Turn-based Combat that rewards quick decision-making and strategic gameplay
  • An Open World with plenty of curious secrets to discover
  • Set in a world filled with Anthropomorphic Denizens, and featuring a vibrant pixel art style
  • Challenge yourself by braving Procedurally Generated Dungeons for even greater rewards
  • Customize your hero with Classless Character Development unlocking a variety of abilities on your journey

Of Blades & Tails is coming to PC (Steam) in 2023, followed by Nintendo Switch, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S in Q3 2023.



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