Traders at Kalshi are predicting Blades of Fire metacritic score.
Blades of Fire is the latest game to be developed by Spanish video game developer MercurySteam. Releasing on May 22, 2025, the game will be playable on Microsoft Windows, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S. Fans of video games can bet on this game’s Metacritic score on the top prediction platform, Kalshi. With no reviews out as of May 19, 2025, fans will have to rely on early reactions on social media and from developers.
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Blades of Fire is the latest action RPG to be released in 2025. Most early demo reactions have compared the game to a combination of God of War and Souls-like games.
Soulslike games are a subgenre of action RPGs that feature a darker fantasy setting and brutal combat. They were initially pioneered by Hidetaka Miyazaki’s Demon's Souls in 2009. Blades of Fire, which has been developed since 2021, adds a weapon forging aspect to this fan-favorite genre.
Unfortunately, the game has an unfortunate release date. It is surrounded by major releases like Doom: The Dark Ages and Elden Ring Nightreign, which may likely launch without much notice from fans preoccupied with the big releases.
Examining past games by the same developer to determine how well this game may perform can be helpful.
Since 2004, MercuryStream has developed seven games, with an average score of 75. Their last two games were in the Metroid franchise, and they received scores in the mid- to high 80s. However, Blades of Fire is an entirely different kind of game.
If it’s closer to Castlevania: Lords of Shadow, they seem to have an uneven record with this series. With scores ranging from 63 to 83, their performance hasn’t been consistent, which may not be a good sign for Blade of Fire.
Early reactions to Blade of Fire are mixed so far. A Reddit demo impressions thread has a wide variety of opinions complimenting the game’s fighting style or art, while others dislike these same things. There is also an unclear reaction to the new forging aspect — some enjoy the latest addition, while others are confused and don’t enjoy this aspect of the demo.
🔥 Blades of Fire is an absolute masterpiece! The forge system is next-level—crafting feels so dynamic and rewarding. Every weapon tells a story, and I can’t get enough of it! 🗡️🔥 #BladesOfFire #Gaming pic.twitter.com/piDo79QZCR
Blades of Fire faces challenging circumstances for its release, launching between major titles like Doom: The Dark Ages and Elden Ring Nightreign. Combined with mixed early demo reactions and MercuryStream's inconsistent track record outside the Metroid franchise, the game may struggle to achieve a strong Metacritic score.
