Bloodless (2024)

Developer: Point N' Sheep
Publisher: 3D Realms
Platforms: Windows
Genres: Action, Adventure, Indie
Rating: 4.2 of 5, 181 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 8.7 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A methodically paced retro-styled action-adventure where you parry and disarm enemies in atmospheric pixel art lands without ever taking a life.

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What players say

Players praise the unique pacifist combat and striking pixel art, but many report frustrating hitboxes and unfair enemy groupings, especially in optional arenas. Performance on PC and Steam Deck can be poor, and opinions split on whether the difficulty is satisfying or overwhelming.

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