CursedSword

Been playing this game on my Steam Deck, and overall, I've enjoyed it. I love the dialogue and graphics, as well as the chill but on-themed music. (I usually mute background music in games, but with this one, I didn't find it bothersome. It actually added to the whole playing experience.) The more you play, the more difficult the levels become. I had to replay some levels because I was stuck BUT once you figure it out, it's oh-so-satisfying. It includes a shop that some users might appreciate (I haven't used it, and I love that it's not a 100% necessity but more of a "it's here if you need it" type of thing). Would 10000% recommend the game!

Thoughtful Sokoban-styled sliding puzzles with solutions that feel genuinely rewarding. CursedSword masterfully balances its difficulty, offering a satisfying ebb and flow between straightforward pathing that builds your confidence and intricate 'head-scratchers' that demand multiple attempts and obsessive planning. Each level clear delivers an addictive sense of accomplishment with no shortage of clever puzzle designs that introduce strategic consumables and careful positioning. Incremental damage tied to limited movement is a very fun take on this classic game style, and I found the additional platforming mechanics wholly refreshing and intuitive with every unique solution. The optional shop is a good supportive touch for the more tedious levels, though I try my best to attempt each clear without it. I do enjoy the dialogue's clichéd narrative as it depicts a self-aware meta perspective that doesn't take itself too seriously while resounding the player's need to clear [b] MORE PUZZLES [/b]. And this game does indeed have many. Very cool art style, fitting grim Bit-crushed music. 10/10 I recommend!

A great puzzle game! Each puzzle will always look simple, but will reveal greater complexity with each turn. The graphics and music fit the theme well. I've played quite a few sukoban type games and this one has a very unique twist.

Absolutely loving this game! CursedSword is an incredibly clever puzzle game that’s way more challenging than it looks at first glance. The Sokoban-style mechanics are super satisfying, especially with the twist that your attacks get stronger the more you move — it adds a layer of strategy that really makes you think before every action. What stands out the most for me is the difficulty of the puzzles. They’re tough but fair, and every level feels like a mini brain teaser. I’ve caught myself stuck for a while on some stages, but finally solving them is super rewarding. The boss battles are interesting too. On top of that, the atmosphere is great, the music and visuals create a cool, almost eerie vibe that fits perfectly with the cursed sword theme. It’s got that "just one more level" feel, and I can’t recommend it enough if you enjoy thoughtful puzzle games with a unique twist. 10/10, totally worth it!

CursedSword Review: A Blade Worth Swinging (and Snickering At) CursedSword delivers a satisfyingly sharp experience with stages that grow more brutal the longer you survive. What starts as a walk through the dungeon quickly turns into a desperate sprint, thanks to the game’s ever-increasing difficulty. Each level throws something new at you—whether it's bizarre, unique monsters or cleverly shifting puzzles that keep you guessing every few steps. The real edge comes from the purchasable power-ups, which can turn a struggling swordsman into a whirlwind of chaos—if you know how to use them. The soundtrack? It *slaps*. Atmospheric and intense, it keeps you right in the groove between panic and victory. And then there’s the dialogue… oh boy. It’s bad. Gloriously bad. Full of cheeky one-liners and over-the-top banter that somehow adds charm rather than cringe. Like a B-movie that *knows* it’s a B-movie, CursedSword leans into the cheese and makes it part of the fun. If you’re looking for a challenging slash-and-puzzle dungeon crawl with personality—and you don’t mind rolling your eyes while laughing—CursedSword is worth the plunge.

Absurd that this has somehow sat at under 10 reviews for over a year. Great game, very intentional and focused in what it wants to be, satisfying, looks fantastic, price point is more than fair. If you like sokoban in any form you should grab it, and if you love tactics games that lend themselves towards a puzzle sensibility you'll really dig it!