Embrace Non-Violence in Bloodless, a Retro-Styled Samurai Adventure Set in Feudal Japan, Relaunching March 18 on PC
Immediately enjoy a newly added roguelike mode and expanded storyline that digs deeper into the past and pain of ronin Tomoe
AALBORG, Denmark (March 10, 2026) — Today, Shoreline Games and developer Point N' Sheep announced the relaunch of Bloodless, the 2024 indie hit that invites players into the era of feudal Japan as ronin Tomoe on a quest to end the reign of violence that condemned her life and homeland. Launching on March 18 on Windows PC and Mac via Steam, the relaunch of Bloodless introduces two new roguelike modes, bringing a brand new epilogue story.
Watch the relaunch trailer here:
Highly praised for its tight combat mechanics and unique implementation of non-lethal fighting methods, primarily a signature dash-counter move and special ki-attacks, Bloodless challenges players morally and practically, to conquer enemies without shedding blood. Elevating its existing soulslike-styled gameplay loop, the relaunch introduces a new roguelike mode called "Namazu's Wrath," that can be played as a separate experience from the base game, either before or after playing the main storyline.
In Namazu's Wrath, players follow ronin Tomoe on her way to Bakugawa when she becomes stranded on a mysterious oneiric island. In her search for escape, the discovery unearthed is one of her former self — The Slasher — who she must chase and cleanse with the guidance of the gods Namazu and Baku. As players dig through painful memories of Tomoe's past, they must uncover special moments that will fight the corrupted version of her former self.
What to Expect in "Namazu's Wrath" Mode:
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A condensed experience packing all the intensity of Bloodless' mechanics into a fast paced roguelike
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A scaling difficulty mechanic to test for true mastery of the parry-based combat
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Six new equippable power-ups ensuring no two runs feel the same
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New techniques and passive abilities create sophisticated movesets to fight enemies with non-lethal combat and elevate dash-counter combos
Bloodless follows the story of Tomoe, a seasoned ronin returning to the land of Bakugawa after years in exile. The world she left behind has changed, and not for the better. Her former master, Shogun Akechi, now rules with an iron fist, tightening his grip on a nation that once stood for honor and balance. Tomoe's homecoming is anything but warm. The people of Bakugawa remember her, though not fondly. Whispers of past atrocities trail her every step, and even her own nephew has pledged loyalty to Akechi's regime. Branded by her history and shunned by those she hopes to protect, Tomoe must navigate a land that sees her as both traitor and threat.
As she sets out to challenge Akechi's rule and aid a suffering populace, it becomes clear that Tomoe cannot fight for redemption without first confronting the ghosts of her past. In a story of guilt, legacy, and atonement, Bloodless explores whether a warrior can truly change, and what it costs to seek forgiveness in a world that refuses to forget.
Bloodless Key Features:
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Unique Non-Lethal Combat: Tomoe has sworn not to take another life – master a combination of disarming counters and powerful ki-attacks to defeat your enemies.
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Depth & Customization: Use special ki techniques for unique combos, as well as enhancements from crests and herb infusions you'll find across the land of Bakugawa.
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Striking Environments: Explore the sacred natural environments and oppressed districts of Bakugawa, which suffers under a violent and corrupt military regime.
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Emotional Storytelling: Seen as a coward and deserter in the eyes of her own people, Tomoe must return to her former land to spark the hope and courage Bakugawa needs to fight back.
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Extra Challenges: Push your skills to the limit by collecting Warrior Idols scattered throughout Bakugawa and unlocking the Arenas.
