Die by the Blade

One strike decides it all.

Publisher Grindstone
Release May 16, 2024
Retail Price $19.99
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About Die by the Blade

Die by the Blade is a 1v1 weapon-based fighter set in a "samuraipunk" world that blends traditional Japanese aesthetics with cyberpunk culture. The game's core mechanic revolves around one-hit kills, eliminating health bars and making every strike potentially fatal. Player movesets are determined by weapon choice, not character selection, encouraging strategic adaptation. The title includes local and online multiplayer modes, alongside Practice and Tournament modes for skill development.The game emphasizes precise combat, requiring players to master parrying, dodging, and reading opponents to exploit openings. Weapon selection dictates combat style, from the speed of a katana to the power of a nodachi. Players can customize characters and weapons to personalize their warrior. Arenas range from serene temples to urban streets, all within the distinctive samuraipunk setting.

System requirements

Minimum

OS
Windows 7,8, 10 64bit
CPU
x86 2GHz+
RAM
8 GB RAM
GPU
nVidia 960GTX, or faster
Storage
13 GB available space
Additional Notes
System Requirements subject to change as development continues

Recommended

OS
Windows 10 64bit
CPU
x86 3GHz+ quad thread
RAM
16 GB RAM
GPU
nVidia 2060RTX, or faster
Storage
13 GB available space
Additional Notes
System Requirements subject to change as development continues