Blade & Sorcery, long hailed as the go-to combat simulator in VR since its release, achieved a significant milestone with its 1.0 update in June 2024. The team at Warpfrog isn’t resting on their laurels, though. They’re diving headfirst into their next project, promising fans it will be as “highly moddable” as their beloved physics-based action title.
While specifics are still under wraps, Warpfrog has hinted that this new VR game will unmistakably carry the essence of their signature style. Expect physics-driven interactions and a keen focus on crafting a realistic simulation experience. The studio reassures fans that modding will be a big part of the new game, similar to the way Blade & Sorcery enables creativity—whether through quick manual tweaks or comprehensive modifications using tools like Nexus Mod Manager. The flexibility lets players enhance gameplay with additional effects or even brings in new maps and weapons, transforming the gaming experience entirely.
In a conversation with Meta last October, Warpfrog revealed their ambitions for the next venture. After stretching their old framework to its limits during Blade & Sorcery’s extended period in early access, they are ready for a clean slate. “We’re shifting from old, tangled code to a fresh framework, made from the ground up for a new engine,” they explained. They are crafting this new setup to be incredibly efficient, with the exciting prospect of developing with a full team from start to finish—a first for the studio.
Given the studio’s growth from a solo endeavor, led by the talented developer known as ‘KospY’, to a robust team of nearly 30, expectations are high for what’s next on their agenda.
The introduction of the ‘Crystal Hunt’ mode in Blade & Sorcery’s major update transformed the game from a pure combat sandbox into a fully-fledged adventure. Players now have the opportunity to engage with an expansive storyline, upgrade systems, and an intricately connected world that promises depth and intrigue beyond just visceral combat.
Warpfrog’s journey is just starting, and they are buzzing with enthusiasm for what lies ahead. They reflect on their progress over the past five years with gratitude, emphasizing in a Steam news update that it is fan support that fuels their ability to push forward and create something even more remarkable. They tease, “This is where the fun begins.” The gaming community can’t wait to see what this talented team will deliver next.
