Blightborne

Blightborne is a captivating 2D sidescrolling platformer where players embark on a thrilling adventure through perilous dungeons. In this game, players control Rand, the chosen hero destined to vanquish the malevolent forces that threaten his village. Armed with the ability to shoot, jump, and dash, Rand explores the depths of sprawling dungeons, each filled with challenging puzzles, treacherous traps, and formidable foes. The goal is to survive the dangers of the dungeon and to recover a legendary artifact believed to possess the power to restore life to Rand’s village.

Engage in Complex Gameplay and Exploration

As players navigate the dungeons of Blightborne, they encounter a variety of enemies and intricate puzzles that require more than just quick reflexes; strategic thinking is essential to advance. The game mechanics are designed to be intuitive yet challenging, incorporating a control scheme that supports fluid movement and combat dynamics. Players can use a combination of shooting and dashing to defeat enemies or bypass obstacles, and the ability panel allows for customization of skills and powers, enhancing the depth of gameplay and providing various tactical options.

Blightborne is the result of a passionate development process that spanned over two years, evolving from a university hobby project to a collaborative endeavor with a small team. Despite challenges and changes within the development team, the game was ultimately released for free on the web, reflecting the developers’ commitment to sharing their creative vision with the community. Players who enjoy Blightborne are encouraged to join the developer’s Discord server, to gain beta access to future games and to contribute to the ongoing development process, helping shape upcoming projects and becoming part of the game’s extended community.