Half Sword

Game information

Half Sword is a medieval combat simulator that focuses on realistic weapon handling and historical accuracy. Players take control of a fighter, starting with basic equipment, and gradually improve their arsenal and skills through combat victories. The game’s core mechanic revolves around a physics-based control system, where every swing, thrust, and block is directly influenced by mouse movements. This allows players to physically guide their weapon during fights, creating a system where timing, positioning, and precision are essential for success.

Historical Equipment and Setting

The game features a wide collection of armor, weapons, and gear, all designed based on historical research of 15th-century European warfare. Players can equip different types of swords, polearms, and shields, each affecting movement speed and combat options. The environments also reflect the historical theme, from tournament arenas to rough battlefield settings. The attention to historically accurate equipment and locations helps create a grounded experience, emphasizing the realities of medieval combat rather than fantasy elements.

Progression and Risk System

In Half Sword, progression ties directly to player performance in battles and tournaments. Winning fights earns money, which can be spent on better gear or custom modifications to match personal fighting styles. Players can also place bets on their own success, increasing potential rewards but adding financial risk to every match. Death is permanent in this game, meaning a defeated character cannot be revived, and all progress connected to that fighter is lost. This high-stakes system adds tension to every duel, making every decision about gear, tactics, and opponent selection important for long-term survival.