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Souls of Blades

PC (Microsoft Windows) • 2021

Should you play it?

Famous sword, spiritual realm after the death of the awakening. Where is the owner? How did Gorgeous architecture and The Mysterious Island become a ruin? What happened before the destruction?

What works

  • Challenging and skillful combat system
  • Large, vertical, and interconnected exploration map
  • Unique sword soul transformation mechanics
  • Rich chinese xianxia fantasy atmosphere
  • Continuous updates and developer dedication

Things to keep in mind

  • Incomplete english translation limiting accessibility
  • High difficulty and steep learning curve
  • Repetitive combat combos and limited variety
  • Ui and map guidance issues causing player confusion
  • Technical bugs and occasional crashes

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Souls of Blades: A very typical example of its motivational profile. Motivations that often define this kind of title include Survival, Violence, Fellowship, Intimacy. Here, the score leans higher than usual among comparable games on Exploration. It leans lower than usual among comparable games on Relaxation, Leadership.

Last update: 23/08/2026