- Resonant Blade 1.1 Update – Steam Deck + 50% Off for a limited time. - 18 April 2026
Resonant Blade 1.1 Update – Steam Deck + 50% Off for a limited time.New in 1.1: Improved NavigationAdded a Quest Tracker to help you stay on top of objectives and progressionAdded map titles that appear when entering new areasThese additions make it easier to navigate the world and follow the main questline.Key Improvements & Fixes:Opening up the menus will pause the game.Fixed multiple side quest issues, including Aeolian Relic, Plant Biomatter, and Crystal Fragments not rewarding properlyResolved dialogue bugs where NPCs or quest turn-ins would not trigger correctlyFixed progression issues with schematics and quest-related items not saving or updating as intendedImproved save/reset behavior after completing the gameFixed cases where enemies or interactions could become unresponsiveGameplay & World Fixes:Fixed environment and collision issues across multiple areasCorrected object state…
- 🎮 Steam Winter Sale — 40% Off - 20 December 2025
The Steam Winter Sale is live, and Resonant Blade is now 40% off until Jan 5th.Resonant Blade is a solo-developed sci-fi action-adventure where combat and exploration revolve around sound and resonance. Use a sonic-powered blade to break enemy defenses, solve resonance-based puzzles, and customize your playstyle through powerful mods.If you’ve had the game on your wishlist or have been waiting for the right moment, now’s a great time to dive in. Thank you to everyone supporting the game!👉 Grab Resonant Blade on Steam
- Resonant Blade joins the Steam Autumn Sale! - 29 September 2025
⚔️ The fight begins - at a massive discount. ⚡Get Resonant Blade at 50% off for the Steam Autumn Sale! Ends October 6th!Slice through synthwave battles and uncover Terra’s secrets in a neon-soaked action-adventure.👉 Grab Resonant Blade on Steam
- Resonant Blade: Patch 1.0.9 - 13 August 2025
Just a couple of bug fixes for this one. Locria Sewers Red Orb Fixed an issue where taking the red orb up the elevator would cause it to spawn in an unreachable area. You can no longer take the orb up the elevator. If this already happened in your save, the red orb will now respawn in its original location. Title Screen Fixed a bug where clicking “Load File” repeatedly could continue to trigger loads after one had already started.
- Patch 1.0.8 – August 6, 2025 - 7 August 2025
Frame rate is now capped at 60 FPS to reduce unnecessary hardware load. Closed the hoverboard shop. It was never fully implemented or tested, and likely contains bugs. (Still accessible via the Konami code, but use at your own risk.)
- Patch 1.0.7 - 30 July 2025
Patch 1.0.7 Hey, everyone. Just a few quick fixes for today. Fixed bug where players could clip through walls in the Undersea Research Lab Cargo Bay Fixed bug in Cargo Bay box sliding puzzle where adjacent boxes could overlap and break the puzzle Removed unintended menu click SFX during elevator scene transitions Background music now fades out properly in Locria Reactor Rooms Thanks again for the reports and feedback!
- Patch 1.0.6 - New Tunes & Final Boss Fixes - 29 July 2025
Hey everyone! Patch 1.0.6 is here with fresh music for Ionia City and several fixes for the final boss fight and beyond. Here’s what’s new: 🎵 Audio Added new layered music for Ionia City (indoor/outdoor transitions) ⚔️ Final Boss Fight Menus can no longer lock up during the final encounter Shield HP bar now properly resets to 0 after stunning in Phase II Fixed bug where the boss could summon enemies multiple times without waiting for the first wave to be defeated Fixed rare issue where the boss would get stuck entering the Satellite Beam phase when all Resonant Orbs were destroyed 🧪 Other Fixes Undersea Research Lab : Fixed a collision issue in the top-left corner where players could clip through Fixed bug where explosive crates weren’t dealing damage to the player Cymatic Heal visual effects now reset properly after using another Triad ability Fixed controller issue: You can now atta…
- Patch 1.0.5 – Ghost III Tweaks & Bug Fixes - 26 July 2025
🔧 Ghost III Adjustments Reduced Wave Blade phase duration Projectiles now fire in triplet bursts. Each burst is a single tone. In the final phase, volleys form full Triads (Wave Blade, Sonic Slam, Phase Shifter, or Harmony Shield) Slight HP reduction Increased stunned duration 🐛 Bug Fixes Fixed bug where dying during Ghost III would respawn you with the Resonant Blade already equipped, causing a 2x scale visual glitch when picking it up Fixed an issue with the Neon Cyclone mod where dash, parry, and heal actions could become temporarily locked during combat Thanks for playing and reporting bugs! More updates on the way 🔊⚔️
- Patch 1.0.4 – Otto's Scanner Improvements, Bug Fixes, and QoL Tweaks - 25 July 2025
Hey everyone! I've been hard at work squashing bugs and polishing the experience post-launch. Patch 1.0.4 is now live, and here's what’s new:🔧 1.0.4 Patch NotesUI Fix: Fixed bug where Triad Description UI would stay onscreen after disabling the menu (only after respawning and then changing scenes).Otto's Drone Link Upgrade: Otto’s scan now shows the color of Melody Stones when scanning (unless Hard Mode is enabled).Autosave: Added autosave to the Comms Tower area in the Aetherbound Isles.Aetherbound Isles Bug: Crystal switches were off when reloading a save after enemy spawns were defeated. These should now correctly remain on.TankBoss Tweak: Added a slight delay after it drops mines to give you a fairer window.Temple Gate Puzzle: The crystal switch for the temple in Aeolia City has been moved to a more obvious spot.Aggro Enemy Reset Fix: Quitting to the main menu while enemies were ne…
- Hotfix 1.0.3 – Ionia Sewer Gate Access Fixed - 24 July 2025
Fixed issue where enemy in Ionia Sewers didn’t always drop the keycard. Gates in the area will now automatically open once all enemies have been destroyed, ensuring smoother progression. Thanks for the report!
- Hotfix 1.0.2 – Minigame Tweaks, Bug Fixes, and Navigation Polish - 23 July 2025
Another quick patch to keep things running smoothly: ✅ Fixed navigation lockup in the Options menu (from 1.0.1) 🕹️ Made the SmashSynths minigame slightly easier to complete 🔧 Nerfed HoverTurret HP in the Underwater Tunnel 🏆 Fixed TunnelRunner Achievement not triggering right after the speeder minigame 🧭 Added more hints to help players find the docks in Locria City 🛑 Fixed a bug where the Underwater Tunnel speeder was incorrectly enabled when crossing to the Locria side Thanks again for all the bug reports and feedback. Keep 'em coming! More improvements and updates are in the works.
- Quick hotfix for Options Navigation getting stuck - 22 July 2025
Quick update: I fixed an issue where the Options menu could get stuck or become unresponsive when navigating with a controller or keyboard. Everything should now work smoothly. Thanks for reporting this! More polish and improvements on the way!
- Harm-onize against Dark Synths in Resonant Blade, Available Now! - 22 July 2025
\ - From the rusted-out depths of the Dark Synth lairs to the neon-bright cityscapes, Resonant Blade introduces a sci-fi-inspired hack-and–slash world of sonic mayhem! Wield the Resonant Blade to battle an AI-powered uprising and uncover the mystery behind Terra's collapse. The game launches at $19.99, but you can get it for a limited-time launch discount of 10% off. Venture to Terra, where scientist-turned-soldier Atlas wields the Resonant Blade to cull the Dark Synth uprising. Unleash the Resonant Tones to topple enemies and unlock puzzles strewn throughout the mechanically-enhanced world. The Dark Synth’s secret reasons for rising up and attacking Terra are hidden throughout the world, so exploration is key to uncovering their plot and defeating them. Adjust your play, with mods that allow you to dish out rhythm-based attacks that fit your style. Key Features:Listen and Adapt: Match…
- Demo Patch 0.2.1 - 13 July 2025
Demo Patch 0.2.1Fixed an issue introduced in 0.2.0 that prevented players from leaving the starting area if the opening cutscene wasn’t skipped.Wallet upgrades now save and load properly.Equipped mods will now show up when loading save file.Wallet upgrade now cost 10 Echo Shards instead of 0.
- What Even Is a Resonant Blade? (And Other Pre-Launch Questions) - 8 July 2025
The cat is out of the bag - Resonant Blade is launching later this month. Ahead of launch, I’ve compiled a list of the most frequently asked questions to give more insight into the game ahead of its launch on July 22nd! What happened to Terra?Before the uprising, Terra’s scientists built large domes around their settlements to protect its people from ecological destruction caused by overproduction. Meant to protect the humans within, the domes quickly became prisons once the Dark Synths broke their coding and took control, devastating Terra. What do the Dark Synths want? Isn’t that the ultimate question? What is the Resonant Blade? The Resonant Blade is a special weapon formed by the last remaining humans. The blade can attune to one of six Resonant Tones to unleash a wave of sonic damage against the Dark Synths. The Resonant Blade isn’t just a tool for combat - it’s a key that unlocks…
- 🔊 Resonant Blade Launches July 22! - 2 July 2025
The wait is over. Resonant Blade officially launches on July 22, 2025!Get ready to wield the power of sound in this fast-paced, pixel-art sci-fi action-adventure. Battle an evolving army of AI-powered murderbots, uncover the secrets of a shattered world, and master the Resonant Blade—humanity’s last weapon against the rogue machines that now rule Terra.🛠 What to Expect at Launch:8+ hours of intense combat, puzzles, and explorationA story-driven campaign set in a dystopian synth-infused futureThe full power of resonance-based gameplay: slash, parry, and solve with soundOptional Hard Mode for those who want to fight without visual resonance cues🔥 Launch DiscountThe game will launch at $19.99 USD with a 10% discount during launch week!📝 Wishlist now and get ready to fight back with sound. 📅 Mark your calendars: July 22. 🔗 Wishlist & Follow
- Demo Update 0.2.0 – No Outlines. No Mercy. - 30 June 2025
🔧 Demo Patch 0.2.0 is Live!We’ve got a fresh round of updates, improvements, and new features for the Resonant Blade demo. Here's what's new in 0.2.0:🧭 Inventory & Options Menu Now Accessible Immediately You can now access your inventory and settings right from the start of the demo.🎧 Hard Mode Added Enable/Disable in Options menu. Enemy outlines are gone. Projectiles are all white. You'll have to listen closely for each enemy’s Resonant Tone to counter effectively. Trust your ears.🩸 More Blood. More Particles. More Oomph. Combat feels snappier with new blood FX and extra impact particles on hits.🤖 Otto’s Combat Support Activated Your trusty droid Otto can now: • Fire a Sonic Chirp to damage enemies • Deploy Bio-Repair to heal you in battle These trigger automatically when using the scanner.💬 New Dialogue: Cid & Dr. Somers They’ll fill you in on Otto’s new abilities and what to ex…
- 📦 Demo Update 0.1.9 – Momentum Fixes & Tutorial Tweaks - 17 June 2025
Hey everyone! Quick patch with some small but helpful tweaks and fixes. Here's what's new in Demo 0.1.9:You can now close tutorial windows using Escape (Keyboard) or Start (Controller)Fixed sprite sorting issues when falling into holes in the Tunnels level (both player and enemies)Holding Shift (Keyboard) or RT (Controller) while attacking will now root the player (removes forward momentum)Fixed a bug where players could talk to NPCs while still in combatThanks again for all the feedback and bug reports! Keep slicing and scanning ⚡rooted attacks while holding Shift/RT (no momentum)watch your foes drop to their deathno more chatting during combat
- Patch 0.1.8 – Shard Fixes, Sound Tweaks, and Smoother Grenades - 12 June 2025
Patch 0.1.8 is live! This update focuses on quality-of-life fixes, bug patches, and polish across the board - from Resonant audio cues to grenade behavior and cutscene controls🔧 Fixes & Improvements🛠 Shard Hunter achievement now correctly tracks Echo Shards from chests.🎮 Fixed bug where player could move while holding a grenade (controller input edge case).💥 Sonic Grenades now explode on impact with walls.🛑 Grenades no longer explode when hitting dash gates allowing you to throw them over.🧠 Dash gate switches and gates now emit proper Resonant Tone SFX.🚪 Fixed stair dashing bug in Factory not triggering correct floor state.🛑 Cannot open Options menu during cutscenes anymore.📢 UI & Audio🎚 Added Master Volume slider in Options Menu.📉 Reduced default Master Volume on startup.💬 Added schematic popup when picking up Sonic Grenade at terminal.📘 Added Sonic Grenade tutorial popup…
- The Demo Is Live for Steam Next Fest! - 10 June 2025
Hey everyone! Steam Next Fest is here! 🎉 You can now play the Resonant Blade demo and experience the opening slice of this synthpunk action-adventure.✅ Parry projectiles and charge your blade✅ Match enemy resonance to strike✅ Explore a domed futuristic city, a flying fortress, and underground caverns ✅ Slice through Synths with a glowing sonic swordThank you for wishlisting and following! If you enjoy the demo, let me know. Reviews, feedback, and shares all make a huge difference.⚡ Time to resonate. 🔹 Play the Free Demo Now - click the ➡️ blue button to try it!
