Headup and com8com1 Software have officially announced that their intense roguelite first-person shooter, Bloodshed, will make its Nintendo Switch debut on October 23.
Previously available exclusively on PC, Bloodshed will bring its signature blend of retro-styled visuals and action-packed gameplay to Nintendo’s popular console platform. Bloodshed delivers a high-adrenaline experience where players are plunged into endless waves of undead adversaries in a "Survivors-like" first-person perspective.
The fast-paced combat challenges players to collect experience points, gather weapons, and continuously upgrade their skills in order to survive consecutive nights, all while facing off against demonic cultists and creatures of the night. According to the announcement from publisher Headup, Bloodshed is designed to keep gameplay fresh and rewarding even after each run is complete.
Players use the in-game currency earned during play to unlock permanent character upgrades and additional content, adding strategic depth and long-term replayability.
The development team at com8com1 Software highlights that this persistent progression system ensures that each attempt in Bloodshed brings players closer to overcoming the dark forces at play. In Bloodshed, players are tasked with thwarting a nefarious organization known as the Cult, which aims to resurrect an ancient deity and unleash the apocalypse.
To halt their sinister plans, players must battle through unique enemies—including cultists, undead, and demons—each requiring different strategies to defeat.
The game’s ever-evolving hordes keep players on their toes, providing fresh challenges with each run. One distinguishing feature of Bloodshed is its diverse cast of playable heroes.
Each character comes equipped with unique abilities and distinct playstyles, allowing for a broad range of strategies and experimentation.
A wide arsenal of upgradeable weapons and skills further supports customizable gameplay, letting players discover the combinations that best suit their preferred tactics. Headup and com8com1 Software have emphasized the game’s appeal to fans of classic shooters, incorporating pixelated graphics reminiscent of the "boomer shooter" era and highly fluid movement mechanics.
Players can also choose between automatic and manual shooting modes, catering to both newcomers and veteran FPS fans. Other hallmark features include a dynamic soundtrack that adapts to the intensity of in-game action, visually dramatic gore effects, challenging elite enemies that yield extra rewards, and biomes filled with atmospheric detail.
Bloodshed’s permanent upgrade system and unlockable skills encourage returning players to venture deeper into the Cult’s dark world with each new run. Bloodshed launches on the Nintendo Switch eShop on October 23, expanding its reach to console audiences while offering the same frenetic action that earned it praise among PC gamers.
With its engaging roguelite mechanics, old-school visual flair, and depth of progression, Bloodshed is poised to stand out as one of this year’s most notable indie shooter releases on Nintendo platforms.
Previously available exclusively on PC, Bloodshed will bring its signature blend of retro-styled visuals and action-packed gameplay to Nintendo’s popular console platform. Bloodshed delivers a high-adrenaline experience where players are plunged into endless waves of undead adversaries in a "Survivors-like" first-person perspective.
The fast-paced combat challenges players to collect experience points, gather weapons, and continuously upgrade their skills in order to survive consecutive nights, all while facing off against demonic cultists and creatures of the night. According to the announcement from publisher Headup, Bloodshed is designed to keep gameplay fresh and rewarding even after each run is complete.
Players use the in-game currency earned during play to unlock permanent character upgrades and additional content, adding strategic depth and long-term replayability.
The development team at com8com1 Software highlights that this persistent progression system ensures that each attempt in Bloodshed brings players closer to overcoming the dark forces at play. In Bloodshed, players are tasked with thwarting a nefarious organization known as the Cult, which aims to resurrect an ancient deity and unleash the apocalypse.
To halt their sinister plans, players must battle through unique enemies—including cultists, undead, and demons—each requiring different strategies to defeat.
The game’s ever-evolving hordes keep players on their toes, providing fresh challenges with each run. One distinguishing feature of Bloodshed is its diverse cast of playable heroes.
Each character comes equipped with unique abilities and distinct playstyles, allowing for a broad range of strategies and experimentation.
A wide arsenal of upgradeable weapons and skills further supports customizable gameplay, letting players discover the combinations that best suit their preferred tactics. Headup and com8com1 Software have emphasized the game’s appeal to fans of classic shooters, incorporating pixelated graphics reminiscent of the "boomer shooter" era and highly fluid movement mechanics.
Players can also choose between automatic and manual shooting modes, catering to both newcomers and veteran FPS fans. Other hallmark features include a dynamic soundtrack that adapts to the intensity of in-game action, visually dramatic gore effects, challenging elite enemies that yield extra rewards, and biomes filled with atmospheric detail.
Bloodshed’s permanent upgrade system and unlockable skills encourage returning players to venture deeper into the Cult’s dark world with each new run. Bloodshed launches on the Nintendo Switch eShop on October 23, expanding its reach to console audiences while offering the same frenetic action that earned it praise among PC gamers.
With its engaging roguelite mechanics, old-school visual flair, and depth of progression, Bloodshed is poised to stand out as one of this year’s most notable indie shooter releases on Nintendo platforms.
