Bloodforge

About

Bloodforge is a third person action game where you swing a magical hammer through waves of enemies. The gameplay focuses on quick combat with melee attacks and basic magic. You navigate linear levels filled with monsters and environmental hazards. The controls are straightforward with light and heavy strikes plus a short range spell. The story involves recovering stolen artifacts across fantasy-themed locations. The game emphasizes fast paced brawling over deep mechanics. The hammer's magic abilities add minor variety to encounters but don't change core combat much. With 4-5 hours of content it's a short experience by modern standards. Some players appreciate the retro feel and simple design. Others note the repetitive enemy types and lack of upgrades. Released as an XBLA exclusive in 2012 it carved a niche for fans of old school beat em ups.