DOOMBLADE News

DOOMBLADE - Release Window Reveal + Gamescom Demo Available Now!

GREETINGS, GLOOMLINGS

DOOMBLADE is at Gamescom, and to celebrate, it has decided that you mortals are getting a chance to wield it for just a little while. Until Gamescom ends (August 28th), you can play the DOOMBLADE demo from the comfort of your own home!

And that's not all! In its infinite grace, DOOMBLADE has allowed us to share with you that the game will be fully releasing in Q2 2023!

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[h2]The Demo[/h2]

What's in the demo, you ask? Well, it all begins by freeing DOOMBLADE from the chains that bind it. After that, you'll go on a journey through three different worlds to slay those who would stand in DOOMBLADE's way, ending with an awesome mini-boss fight!

Sounds good, right? You can check out the DOOMBLADE demo yourself until the end of Gamescom (August 28th). If you miss out, don't worry! There will be other opportunities in the future.

https://store.steampowered.com/app/922050/DOOMBLADE/

And if you have any feedback, don't hesitate to let us know! You can post it on the Steam forums, or join the community on Discord!

DOOMBLADE / Muro

Iceberg Interactive

DOOMBLADE - A Look Behind The Scenes

Greetings little Gloomlings,

It's been a little over a month since we revealed DOOMBLADE to the world together with Iceberg Interactive. That's why we wanted to let you all know that they've got a big sales event going on with up to 90% off on a bunch of cool games!

But that's not all, we also want to take you on a short trip behind the scenes of DOOMBLADE.

[h2]Developer Diary[/h2]
First, a little bit about us, and our vision for the game. We're firm believers in our motto, classic games, modern mechanics, so what better genre to tackle than the beloved Metroidvania? Check out our Dev Diary below to learn more about us, and what we want DOOMBLADE to be.

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[h2]DOOMBLADE's past[/h2]
Of course, we've gone through quite a few revisions while designing the game and its protagonists. Gloom Girl, for example, has gone through a bunch of make-overs.

This one is back from before she was even called Gloom Girl. Aptly named 'Tongue Demon', this thing was a little... well, tongue-ey. As you can tell, DOOMBLADE itself also looks quite a bit different here. We liked the look of the actual blade, but the hilt and grip were a little bland.

This is from a little later when we began experimenting with giving Gloom Girl tentacle-like appendages to grip DOOMBLADE with. Though this design didn't quite make it, you can still see its influence in the final version of Gloom Girl. DOOMBLADE also didn't quite work here. It was pretty, but was it DOOM-ey? Not really.

Speaking of DOOMBLADE, here's an older design of the blade itself. We liked this one quite a bit, but it lacked character -- like, literal character. DOOMBLADE is a sentient sword, and this one doesn't really shout "I'm a living sword" like DOOMBLADE should. Still, some parts of this design made it into the game, like the runes that show you the powers that DOOMBLADE holds.

That's all for now! We've got a lot more concept art to share in the future, though.

DOOMBLADE / Muro

Iceberg Interactive

AN INTRODUCTION TO DOOMBLADE

[h2]GREETINGS LOWLY VERMIN.[/h2]

Welcome to my domain. I am DOOMBLADE. You are here because you heard my beckoning, little one. Eons ago, my powers were sealed by the Dread Lords. Now I need a vessel to enact my terrible vengeance upon them, and you will do nicely.

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Do you seek power?
Do you thirst for the blood of those who have wronged you?

Wield me. Wield me and grow strong.

https://store.steampowered.com/app/922050/DOOMBLADE/

[h2]WHAT CAN YOU EXPECT FROM ME?[/h2]

Destroy our foes with pin-point accuracy, thanks to my incredible eyesight
Unlock my powers as we venture forth on our quest for vengeance
Enjoy beautiful realms like the Gloomhaunt, the Wilderwood Forest, and more on our travels.
Slay unique and powerful bosses who seek to thwart my resurgence

[h2]SOUNDS GOOD, RIGHT?[/h2]

Join me, little gloomlings. When the time is right, we will rise up and take back what is ours.

[h2]JOIN ME![/h2]

DOOMBLADE / Muro

Iceberg Interactive

A MESSAGE FROM DOOMBLADE

GREETINGS LITTLE ONES

I am 𝐃𝐎𝐎𝐌𝐁𝐋𝐀𝐃𝐄. The people at The Escapist are showing off my greatness during The Escapist Indie Showcase TODAY at 11 AM PT / 2 PM ET / 8 PM CEST

WATCH IT to witness my incredible powers live.

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UNTIL WE MEET AGAIN.