Bloodshed

Bloodshed

Released May 2025

Bloodshed is a Roguelite Survivors FPS; an exhilarating fusion of Roguelite elements merged with retro-styled visuals and first-person “Survivors-like” frenetic combat action!

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All announced content has been released
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Done
All announced content has been released
High confidence

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Evaluation

Bloodshed began as an Early Access game and officially graduated to its full 1.0 launch on May 22, 2025. At that point, the developer explicitly stated the game was "feature and content complete," marking the conclusion of the planned Early Access content roadmap. The 1.0 launch update was substantial, adding a second episode finale, new characters, weapons, spells, enemies, missions, and localization support. Since the full launch, the developer has continued to release maintenance and polish updates — a balancing and performance patch (version 1.0.14) on July 8, 2025, a bug fix on June 11, 2025, a memory leak fix on July 15, 2025, and a security patch on October 6, 2025 addressing a Unity engine vulnerability. None of these post-launch updates introduce new gameplay content or signal that additional content is in development. No DLC, expansions, or future content plans have been announced. There are no unreleased DLC listings on the store. The developer has made no statements suggesting further content additions are planned. The game launched as a complete package on May 22, 2025, and the post-launch activity has been limited to keeping the game stable and secure.
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Developer announced the full launch of Bloodshed, stating the game is 'finally feature and content complete.' This was accompanied by a massive content update adding the Episode 2 finale, new characters, weapons, spells, enemies, missions, and localization.
news post · May 22, 2025 source development ending
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Developer announced the upcoming end of Early Access and full release 'end of May,' describing it as the game in 'its final form' and noting the content bag was now 'filled with lots of goodies.'
news post · Apr 16, 2025 source development ending
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Details

Publisher
Headup
Achievements
40
Platform
Windows
Controller
full support
Steam Deck
Verified
Players
Single-player

About this game

Bloodshed is an exhilarating fusion of Roguelite elements merged with retro-styled visuals and first-person “Survivors-like” frenetic combat action: Face endless waves of undead foes, collect experience points, and upgrade your skills and weapons in a battle to survive the night. Even after death, you keep your hard-earned money which can be exchanged for persistent improvements and unlockable content, allowing you to progress further while adding depth to the overall gameplay.

Face the malevolent threat of the Cult, whose members are pursuing a sinister plan to resurrect an ancient deity to bring about the apocalypse. Battle countless cultists, undead, demons, and other creatures of the night and send them (back) to their graves!

Each enemy presents a unique challenge and requires its own strategy - and you'd better get ready quickly, because they come in masses!

Bloodshed boasts a diverse roster of playable characters, each with distinct abilities and playstyles, providing a personalized gameplay experience. With a vast selection of weapons and skills at your disposal, you can experiment with various builds to discover the ideal strategy for your survival.

With a bit of luck and the right strategy you will stand your ground against the hordes of darkness!

Death doesn’t stop you from progressing. Persistent upgrades, unlockable content, and continuous improvement await in Bloodshed, with the ability to exchange hard-earned cash for permanent upgrades. You can also complete optional objectives for unlocking new skills and game features, ensuring each run pushes you further into the depths of the Cult's dark world.

  • Engaging FPS Gameplay: Experience fast-paced, intense auto-shooter battles across a variety of biomes.

  • Diverse Character Selection: Play as distinct heroes, each with unique strengths, weaknesses, and special abilities.

  • Extensive Arsenal: Discover and upgrade numerous weapons and skills to craft the ultimate build.

  • Permanent Upgrades System: Progress continuously, unlocking permanent character upgrades to boost replayability

  • Dynamic Enemy Hordes: Fight against adaptable enemies with unique abilities and attack patterns. Face off against elite foes who offer even more loot!

  • Retro Look, Rockin’ Feel: Enjoy pixelated Boomer Shooter graphics and highly dynamic, fluid movement mechanics.

  • Immersive Soundtrack: Dive into the atmospheric world of Bloodshed with an adaptive soundtrack that intensifies the action.

  • Visceral Combat: Relish the visually striking gore effects and satisfying combat that elevate every battle.

  • Swappable Shooting Modes: Use auto-shooting for a more Survivors-like experience, or “switch to manual” to aim and shoot your way!

Last evaluated Jun 20, 2026
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