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SWORDSHOT

SWORDSHOT is a retro inspired casual sword shooter. BREAK THROUGH THE CYCLE of rotating enemy protectors. BE FAST, BE PATIENT, BE SMART and land the final blow.

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May 26, 2020
6 years and 114 days ago
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About the Game

SWORDSHOT is a retro inspired casual sword shooter with amazing 1bit graphics.

MECHANICS

Easy to start playing, VERY HARD to master. Click to shoot a projectile out of your sword at the enemy! BREAK THROUGH THE CYCLE of rotating enemy protectors. BE FAST, BE PATIENT, BE SMART and land the final blow.

SPELLS

Every battle has a random selection of might skills to assist you. PAY THE PRICE and make the best of what you can unlock.

ENEMIES

LOOKING FOR A CHALLENGE? Fight your way through hordes of random enemies and locations. NO ENCOUNTER IS LIKE ANOTHER.
Randomized, increasing difficulty, unique enemies and mechanics with random objects speed and orientation. TEST AND IMPROVE your skills
with every new opponent.

STORY

Unravel the mystery of the shards and make the Pearl whole again... if you dare!

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