The Swords 1.03

Lee-Kuo Chen – Commercial – iOS
out of 13 votes

The Swords is an action game steeped in the tradition of ancient martial arts, immersing players in the life of a sword master. Within the captivating ink wash paintings, the interplay of light and shadow showcases the essence of a sword master's combat and relentless pursuit.

IGF China 2015 - Best Mobile Game
Indie Stream Award 2015 - Special Recognition Award
Game on Weekend 2015 - Best Game
GMGC 2016 - Indie Pitch Arena Winner

"Fast-paced but doesn’t feel frantic"
- The New York Times
"A one-of-a-kind game that really captures the feel of wuxia"
- CNET
"A short game with a simple title that hides a wealth of beauty."
- PopMatters
"An enjoyable slice-and-dicer"
- Pocket Gamer
"If you are looking for innovative gameplay and love swordplay, then this is a game that you must check out."
- AppAdvice

FEATURES

Martial arts game with graceful movements
Unique gameplay mechanics
Artistic expressions in ink wash paintings and calligraphy
Magnificent combat game scores
A full game experience without in-app purchases or advertisements

Trailer | Official website

Overview

The Swords is a Commercial software in the category Games & Entertainment developed by Lee-Kuo Chen.

The latest version of The Swords is 1.03, released on 05/17/2024. It was initially added to our database on 05/17/2024.

The Swords runs on the following operating systems: iOS.

Users of The Swords gave it a rating of 4 out of 5 stars.

Pros

Unique and immersive storyline that blends Chinese culture with fantasy elements
Diverse characters with complex personalities and relationships
Beautifully hand-drawn art and animations that enhance the overall visual experience
Engaging combat system that requires strategy and skill to succeed
Multiple branching paths and decisions that impact the outcome of the story

Cons

Steep learning curve for new players due to complex combat mechanics
Some players may find the story pacing to be slow at times
Limited replayability once all story paths have been explored

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Latest Updates

02/16/2025	KiCad (current user) 8.0.8
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02/16/2025	Zaklínač 3: Divoký hon 2.20.0.37
02/16/2025	K-Suite 2.37
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Latest Version
1.03

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