Bloodless

Bloodless

Released Aug 2024

Stylish, action-adventure game featuring counter-based, non-lethal combat centered around ronin Tomoe's signature dash-counter mechanic, fighting with nothing but her bare fists to disarm her former allies, the samurai army of Shogun Akechi.

82% positive · 182 reviews
Done
All announced content has been released
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Done
All announced content has been released
High confidence

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Evaluation

Bloodless launched on August 29, 2024 as a complete action-adventure game. The developer, Point N' Sheep, continued supporting it post-launch with bug fixes and then a substantial free content update. On March 18, 2026, they shipped the "Namazu's Wrath" update — the largest post-launch addition — which added a new roguelike mode, new interstitial artwork by artist Chamba, and a new casual/assist mode. This had been in development for approximately six months prior to release, with a playtester recruitment call posted on February 23, 2026. The most recent developer communication, from May 20, 2026, is an announcement of their next game, "Laser Guy." This post specifically notes that players should "have fun with the Trials of Namazu Update" (referring to the March 2026 content), but the focus has clearly shifted toward their new project. No future content for Bloodless has been announced or hinted at. There are no unreleased DLC listings, no roadmap commitments, and no outstanding promises of further updates. The game has one DLC listed — a soundtrack, which shipped on launch day. All content appears complete as of the March 2026 update, and the team's attention has moved to a new title.
Evidence
Developer announced their next game, Laser Guy, noting players should enjoy the recent Trials of Namazu Update. No further Bloodless content mentioned or teased.
news post · May 20, 2026 source development ending
high
Major free update shipped: Namazu's Wrath roguelike mode, new interstitial artwork by Chamba, and a new casual/assist mode.
news post · Mar 18, 2026 source content shipped
high

Content

1 of 1 released · no outstanding content
Released
Aug 2024

Media

Details

Developer
Publisher
Shoreline Games
Achievements
26
Platform
Windows
Controller
full support
Steam Deck
Verified
Players
Single-player

About this game

Namazu's Wrath, the new Rogue-like mode

Join Tomoe as she's placed on a mysterious island where the gods Namazu and Baku guide her. Fight through corruption and clear challenges to cleanse the island and chase after your former self, The Slasher.

Bloodless is a retro-stylish, action-adventure featuring counter-based, non-lethal combat staged in the atmospheric lands of Bakugawa. Help ronin Tomoe to confront the ghosts of her past and to end the reign of violence of Shogun Akechi, her former master.

Unique Non-Lethal Combat: Tomoe has sworn not to take another life, and must instead just disarm her enemies. Use a combination of counters and disarming ki-attacks to defeat the shogun’s army.

Depth and Customization: Find your own fighting style by making use of special ki techniques that allow for unique combos, as well as enhancements from crests and herb infusions you find across the land of Bakugawa.

Striking Environments: Explore the sacred nature and mistreated districts of Bakugawa, where its society lives under a violent and corrupt military regime, isolated from the world and shattered by the terrors of its past wars.

Emotional storytelling: Even as a coward and deserter through the eyes of her own people, ronin Tomoe returns to her former land after witnessing all the blood that a blade can shed, hoping to spark the hope and courage Bakugawa needs to fight back against its violent political methods.

Extra Challenges: Push your skills to the limit by collecting Warrior Idols scattered throughout Bakugawa and unlocking the Arenas. Whether you seek to refine your combat prowess or prove yourself as the ultimate Bloodless warrior, the Arenas offer a relentless challenge for those brave enough to take them on.

Last evaluated Jun 23, 2026
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