Stray Blade

Released

Release Date: April 20, 2023

RPG, TPP, Fantasy, Indie Games, Action RPG, Singleplayer

A TPP Action RPG, in which we play as an adventurer traversing the Lost Valley of Acrea. Stray Blade features colorful locations and dangerous opponents faced in dynamic, flashy combat.

6.5

OpenCritic

7.3

Steam

2.5

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Plot
Mechanics
Technical aspects

Stray Blade is an action RPG set in a colorful land full of secrets and dangers. It was developed by an independent German studio Point Blank Games and published by 505 Games.

Plot

Stray Blade is set in the Lost Valley of Acrea, a legendary place which fell from grace, its power built up by the God-Kings gone due to devastating wars. The main protagonist manages to find the valley, but pays for it with his life. Soon, however, he returns to the living, bound to this land forever. To regain freedom he must destroy relics of the past and restore balance in the valley. During his quest he's accompanied by his faithful companion Boji.

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Mechanics

Stray Blade makes use of the third-person perspective (TPP). The player discovers the secrets of the valley, traversing dense forests, monumental ruins, gloomy caves and massive canyons. On our quest we'll also face many enemies in dynamic battles. Combat emphasizes speed and dexterity, requiring near-instant blocking, dodging and countering enemy attacks. Aside from regular opponents we'll also face the God-Kings themselves. Though mighty, they're not invincible, each victory rewarding us with the King's power.

As we progress through the game, we develop our adventurer and his companion. Curiously, they gain experience in different ways. While the playable character grows stronger by defeating enemies, Boji does by learning ancient knowledge. Over time, both characters acquire new abilities. Throughout the game we also gain resources, which we can use to craft better equipment.

We must also remember the valley is constantly changing due to our actions. Additionally, acquired skills and equipment unlock access to previously inaccessible areas. For this reason it's worth it to revisit locations, finding new secrets and challenges.

Technical aspects

The visuals of Stray Blade make use of a colorful, cartoonish artstyle somewhat reminiscent of Kingdoms of Amalur: Reckoning.

Platforms:

PC Windows

PlayStation 5

Xbox Series X/S

Developer: Point Blank Games

Publisher: 505 Games

Age restrictions: 16+

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System Requirements

System Requirements for Stray Blade Video Game:

PC / Windows

Minimum System Requirements:
Intel Core i7-6700 3.4 GHz / AMD FX-9590 4.7 GHz, 8 GB RAM, graphic card 4 GB GeForce GTX 1050 Ti / 8 GB Radeon RX 480 or better, 30 GB HDD, Windows 10 64-bit.

Recommended System Requirements:
Intel Core i9-9900K 3.6 GHz / AMD Ryzen 5 5600X 3.7 GHz, 12 GB RAM, graphic card 8 GB GeForce RTX 2070 / 16 GB Radeon RX 6800 XT or better, 30 GB HDD, Windows 10 64-bit.

Add-Ons and DLCs

List of Game Add-Ons and DLCs for Video Game:

DLC Valley of Strays November 15, 2023

Ratings

Game Ratings for Stray Blade Video Game.

6.5

OpenCritic Rating

Game is Recomended by 25% of Critics. There are 25 Critic Reviews.

OpenCritic

GamingBolt: 5 / 10 by Ravi Sinha

Stray Blade has promise and could be improved with more polish and balance changes. However, the flawed combat, story-telling, progression and lead character often bring down the experience.

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COGconnected: 68 / 100 by Mark Steighner

It’s a shame when a game is built around a mechanic, only to have that element not live up to its potential. Stray Blade is all about dodges, parries and rolls, but they’re sluggish and imprecise and just don’t work very well. Aside from that frustration, Stray Blade has attractive art and level design, familiar action RPG mechanics, and maybe even some potential, if the combat can be patched into better shape.

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Wccftech: 6 / 10 by Francesco De Meo

With its colorful fantasy setting, and decent lore, characters, and story, Stray Blade could have been an enjoyable action role-playing game, but having plenty of heart is not enough to make a game one that is universally worthy of playing. The clunkiness of combat, the bad level design, and the general lack of polish make the journey to the Valley of Acrea a frustrating one that only die-hard action role-playing game fans will have the stomach to complete.

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73%

STEAM Score

All Reviews: Mostly Positive (503)

STEAM

User Reviews Summary generated by AI

The main pros of the game

Dynamic Combat System: Players appreciate the engaging and responsive combat mechanics, which include dodges, parries, and a variety of weaponry.
World Design: The vibrant and detailed environment of Acrea encourages exploration and discovery, making the world visually appealing.
Compelling Character Dynamics: The relationship between the main character, Farren, and the companion, Boji, adds emotional depth to the narrative, with some players finding their interactions enjoyable.
Exploration: Many reviews highlight the rewarding exploration aspect, with hidden secrets and diverse biomes.
Voice Acting: The quality of voice acting received positive mentions, contributing to the overall experience.

The main cons of the game

Technical Issues: Numerous reviews mention bugs and glitches, including problems with cutscenes, hitboxes, and AI behavior, which detract from the gameplay experience.
Repetitive Combat: Players find the variety of enemies lacking, leading to repetitive encounters and a lack of challenge, particularly in boss fights.
Level Design and Navigation: The complexity of the level design makes navigation difficult, and the in-game map is considered unhelpful, leading to confusion.
Character Annoyance: The main character's personality and dialogue are frequently criticized as annoying or insufferable, diminishing the storytelling experience.

The features or elements that are missing from the game according to users

Build Crafting: Users expressed a desire for a more robust crafting system that allows for character customization and unique builds, rather than a linear progression.
Difficulty Balancing: Many players feel the game does not adequately challenge experienced players, especially in terms of combat and boss difficulty.
Improved Optimization: Users noted performance issues, including stuttering and frame drops, indicating a need for better optimization and polish.
Better Map Design: A more intuitive and functional map system was suggested to aid navigation in the complex game world.

Conclusion

Summary

Overall, "Stray Blade" presents an engaging exploration and combat experience within a visually appealing world, but it suffers from technical issues, repetitive gameplay, and character flaws. While it has redeeming qualities, many players recommend purchasing it on sale, emphasizing the need for improvements and polish.

Summary generated on: October 30, 2025

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