The Swordplay Zone
Games focused on blades, fencing, duels, parries, and melee timing.
Latest Standouts
Recent releases that landed well, newest first, filtered to games with enough reviews to trust the score.
Eterspire - Eterspire is a cozy old-school MMORPG where skill and dedication define your progression. Grind for gear, explore the vibrant world of Aetera, discover new content every two weeks, and join a growing, welcoming community in a free-to-play MMO with PC and mobile crossplay.
Jun 4, 2026
Utawarerumono: Past and Present Rediscovered - The Utawarerumono legend reaches a new climax in this sprawling JRPG! As a shadow falls over Yamato once more, Oshtor and friends set out on a fresh adventure—and somewhere, amid white mists, a long slumber approaches its end.
May 27, 2026
Rustil: Eternal Labyrinth Castle - In this exhilarating roguelike action game, the main character, Rustil, acquires abilities from the souls of various heroes in a huge and mysterious labyrinth castle, and aims to reach the top floor while strengthening the main character. All monsters can be captured, raised, and summoned!
Mar 13, 2026
Crimson Capes - Engage in fluid 2D pixel art swordplay, hunt down witches, fight monsters and experience the age of high adventure. Enter the guild of the Crimson Capes and explore a fantasy world of Sword and Sorcery.
Feb 12, 2026
Half Sword - Half Sword is a physics-based medieval combat simulator featuring historically accurate XV-century arms and armor. We are not afraid to show the brutal nature of medieval combat with in-depth blood and gore features.
Jan 30, 2026
GIGASWORD - Balance the weight of the GIGASWORD, battling between brain and brawn. Solve intricate puzzles, discover covert chambers, and slash through foes as Ezra fights to reach the top of the Nestrium and recover the God Crystal within. Can he restore the world's coherency before it's too late?
Nov 13, 2025
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Discounted 25% or more right now, limited to well-reviewed games, steepest cuts first.
Killer is Dead - Nightmare Edition - Get ready for some seriously stylish action from renowned designer SUDA51. In this exclusive version for PC, players will be slicing, dicing, and shooting as the suave executioner Mondo Zappa. Prepare for the thrill of love and kill in KILLER IS DEAD!
May 23, 2014
Kingdom Come: Deliverance - Story-driven open-world RPG that immerses you in an epic adventure in the Holy Roman Empire. Avenge your parents' death as you battle invading forces, go on game-changing quests, and make influential choices. Explore castles, forests, villages and other realistic settings in medieval Bohemia!
Feb 13, 2018
Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii - Embark on an over-the-top, modern-day pirate adventure with an ex-yakuza, now pirate captain & his crew. Engage in exhilarating combat on land and sea in the hunt for lost memories and treasure.
Feb 20, 2025
Achilles: Legends Untold - Rewrite fate with every strike. Face gods, mythic heroes, and legendary beasts in this souls-like Action RPG set in ancient Greece. Master brutal combat, unlock divine skills, and shape Achilles into the warrior only you can become.
Nov 2, 2023
Dungeons of Blood and Dream - Play as a mighty Blood Wizard on a quest to escape a death-loop of psychedelic dungeons. Slay disgusting creatures using a large array of bladed weapons and unnerving spells, harness the power of cursed rings, find mysterious treasures, and learn the secrets of the universe you are trapped in.
Nov 11, 2024
Clone Drone in the Danger Zone - Clone Drone in the Danger Zone is a robot voxel slice-em-up where any part of your body can be sliced off. With your mind downloaded into a robot gladiator, you must survive the sinister trials of the arena.
Jul 27, 2021
The Last Soldier of the Ming Dynasty - The Japanese pirates have terrorized the Ming Dynasty for generations. You've devoted your life as a soldier to fighting them.And now you are in their turf, alone with your sword; the last soldier in pirate's land in this 3D-action game inspired by traditional Chinese ink painting landscapes.
Dec 6, 2023
Tails of Iron 2: Whiskers of Winter - Embark upon a vast, snow-ravaged kingdom in Tails of Iron 2, sequel to the critically acclaimed action-RPG. As Arlo, heir to the Warden of the Wastes, adventure through harsh northern lands, home to giant beasts and ragtag bandits, in an epic quest to overcome an ancient, blood-starved evil.
Jan 28, 2025
Kingdom Come: Deliverance II - A thrilling story-driven action RPG, with a rich open world, set in 15th century Medieval Europe. Experience the ultimate medieval adventure - through the eyes of young Henry - as you embark on a journey of epic proportions.
Feb 4, 2025
Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O. World Stage - The pioneer 3D fighting series continues to evolve as Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O. World Stage arrives on Steam! Featuring: Crossplay and Rollback Netcode support, a brand new single player mode: "World Stage", and more!
Jan 27, 2025
First Cut: Samurai Duel - Every strike is lethal in this blood-soaked sword fighting game. Slash, clash, parry, dodge and watch limbs fly. Choose your move carefully - the first cut is also the last.
Jan 17, 2024
Forgotten Seas - You are lost in the Bermuda Void, where the ocean is endless and dry land precious. Craft your Ship-in-a-Bottle, then experience survival on the high seas. Sail for new land, build camps, hunt for treasures, trade for goods - then defend your ship from dreaded pirates stalking this strange realm!
Oct 11, 2025
Top Rated
Defining examples of the genre, all rated 85%+ across 1,000+ reviews.
Blade and Sorcery - Blade & Sorcery is a built-for-VR medieval fantasy with full physics driven melee, ranged and magic combat. Become a powerful warrior, ranger or sorcerer and devastate your enemies.
Jun 17, 2024
Arrow a Row - Arrow a row is a game in which you shoot arrows (of course) in a row! or maybe two rows! (maybe three?) Choose your power-ups and defeat the Boss.
Aug 20, 2023
Yasuke Simulator - Step into 1579 as Yasuke, the African samurai, and join Oda Nobunaga in his quest to unite Japan! Master precise katana combat, uncover secret gear, and unleash your ancestral power in this historically inspired action-packed journey through feudal Japan.
Mar 20, 2025
Kenshi - A free-roaming squad based RPG. Focusing on open-ended sandbox gameplay features rather than a linear story. Be a trader, a thief, a rebel, a warlord, an adventurer, a farmer, a slave, or just food for the cannibals. Train your men up from puny victims to master warriors.
Dec 6, 2018
METAL GEAR RISING: REVENGEANCE - Developed by Kojima Productions and PlatinumGames, METAL GEAR RISING: REVENGEANCE takes the renowned METAL GEAR franchise into exciting new territory with an all-new action experience. The game seamlessly melds pure action and epic story-telling that surrounds Raiden – a child soldier transformed into a half-human, half-cyborg ninja who...
Jan 9, 2014
Beat Saber - Beat Saber is a VR rhythm game where you slash the beats of adrenaline-pumping music as they fly towards you, surrounded by a futuristic world.
May 21, 2019
STAR WARS™ Jedi Knight - Jedi Academy™ - Forge your weapon and follow the path of the Jedi Jedi Knight: Jedi Academy is the latest installment of the highly acclaimed Jedi Knight series. Take on the role of a new student eager to learn the ways of the Force from Jedi Master Luke Skywalker.
Sep 16, 2009
ASTLIBRA Revision - Confront time and fate in the 2D action RPG, Astlibra Revision. Explore meticulously crafted worlds, fight brutal boss battles, and upgrade your skills to take down enemies lurking around every corner.
Oct 13, 2022
BRUTALISTICK VR - The golden age of violent flash games now in your VR headset. Fully physics based combat with melee and firearms featuring copious amounts of blood, gore and destruction.
Mar 31, 2024
