MercurySteam's 'Blades of Fire' Fizzles in Tough Market

MercurySteam's new game, 'Blades of Fire,' is struggling to catch on, falling short of sales goals thanks to stiff competition and a crowded market. Publisher Digital Bros notes gamers are getting pickier, especially when new titles lack big-name franchises behind them. Fans are also pointing fingers at its Epic Game Store exclusivity for limiting its audience. Initial reviews aren’t helping, with IGN giving it a disappointing 5/10 due to its simple combat and weak story. Now, the question is how this setback will affect MercurySteam's future projects.

Published on: 7/23/2025

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