Chinese developer Evolution Studio announces
Blood of Steel, a PvP MOBA that
will launch on January 9, 2020
on Steam
as a free-to-play title. Some players won't have to wait that long, however, as
a closed beta demo is expected at some time this month. A
gameplay trailer
accompanies the news, but does not live up to its title, as it doesn't seem to
include actual gameplay. Here's word:
Evolution Studio, the Chinese-based
development studio of YC Games is pleased to announce the free-to-play PvP MOBA
game Blood of Steel will launch on PC for Steam in early 2020. In Blood of
Steel, command your army and wage war against other players online using
historical generals in authentic and dynamic locations. Later this November a
closed beta demo will be released to test the server stability, latency and most
importantly player feedback.
Blood of Steel is a PvP MOBA strategy game set throughout the Middle Ages where
you lead legions to conquer cities, expand your territory and ultimately rule
the world. Players assume control of legendary commanders from world history
including Joan of Arc, Julius Cesar and Alexander the Great, each with their own
distinct weapons and personalities, as you lead their troops to victory. Take
control of multiple troop types from archers, calvary riders, swordsmen,
spearmen, crossbowmen and more to gain the upper hand on the battlefield.
Terrain plays an important part in warfare; players can choose from multiple
maps comprising of open plains, lush grasslands, snowy fields, city streets and
many other locales. Clever use of this terrain and management of a dynamic
weather system incorporating variables such as rain and snow are key to victory.
Battles are conducted from a third-person perspective on arena-like maps where
two teams of either 5-v-5, 7-v-7 or 10-v-10 players duke it out with one
another, with each individual player allowed to lead up to 40 AI soldiers. Every
troop type can be controlled by players, each with its own strengths and
weaknesses, giving players the ability to strategize together with their unit
types. As well as the legion-based warfare, players can duel one-on-one in PvP
battles in the Heroes Arena with direct control over 4 attack and block
directions, defense-breaks, rolls, sidesteps, charge attacks and heavy attacks,
combining to form an engaging fighting system.
“With intricate character designs, dynamic battlegrounds and in-depth strategy
Blood of Steel offers a truly engrossing MOBA experience,” said Cao, Game
Director of YC Games. “As we improve the game with the help of our amazing fan
base, we look forward to the players enjoying the game at its full
potential.”