Introduction
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What is Blade and Sorcery Nomad About?
Blade and Sorcery Nomad is a virtual reality (VR) combat game made by the WarpFrog game development studio that has taken the VR world by storm since its release. It is a VR Headset port of Blades and Sorcery, a PC VR game made by the same studio.
The game is centered around a unique physics-driven combat system that allows gamers to engage in realistic swordplay with significantly less risk of bodily harm than actually picking up a sword. However, there's more to the game than just the blade: as the name suggests, users can also choose to play as a magic-wielding wizard.
Blades and Sorcery is set during an unspecified time in the Middle Ages, which spanned roughly the 5th to the 15th centuries. The setting heightens the virtual reality aspects, allowing gamers to feel like they're actually fighting either for or against the Holy Roman Empire or defending King Charlemagne from Saxon attacks.
The game features two distinct modes: a sandbox mode that takes place in an arena (think along the lines of the Roman Coliseum) where players can hone their skills and engage in freestyle combat and a storyline or "Progress Mode" that makes up the game's main storyline.
Blade and Sorcery Nomad's Features
Now that we've taken a look at the basic concepts behind the game, let's take a more detailed look into the game's features and what players can expect as they enter the magical world of Blade and Sorcery Nomad.
1. Graphics and Visuals
One of the most important aspects of any VR game is the quality of the graphics and visuals found in the game. For a true virtual reality experience, a game must be visually appealing - a phrase that definitely describes Blade and Sorcery Nomad. The rich visuals will help gamers believe they've truly returned to a simpler time, hundreds of years in the past.
2. Storyline and Challenges
The main storyline, also known as "Progress Mode", takes place in a series of dungeons, where users fight enemies and hunt for magic crystals.
Before beginning the main story quest, however, it is recommended that players explore the Arena Mode, which will allow them to get a handle on the game's physics and combat system with a lower level of difficulty.
3. Gameplay
Players can choose one of three characters at the start of every game: a sorcerer, a ranger, or a warrior. Each one has its own unique style of combat and allows users to navigate battles as they see fit.
A sorcerer can switch between gravity, fire, and lightning-based spells, as well as the ability to imbue their weapons with these types of magic.
A ranger can use a bow and arrow or other ranged weapons to inflict massive damage from a distance, as well as carry a sword, axe, or throwing knife for melee encounters.
A warrior generally uses a sword and a shield for close-quarters combat, although they can also throw items (as covered in the "tips and tricks" section below) and use their blades to deflect magic.
4. Replayability
One of the most exciting parts of the game is its infinite replayability. Since the game has so many options to choose from, no two gameplays will ever be the same. Both the first time through the game and the 100th time can be vastly different experiences for the player.
Unlike some other titles, Blade and Sorcery Nomad probably won't be the type of game in which players will complete the main story once and then never pick up again. Between the main story mode and free play in the arena, gamers will always be able to find something fun and exciting to do for many years after their purchase.
Blades and Sorcery Nomad: Expert Tips and Tricks
Although one of the main strengths of the game is that players can choose to play however they see fit, there are many tips and tricks that can help beginners and intermediate players on their path to becoming experts. Here are a few bits of advice to elevate the gameplay experience.
First, leaping is one of the most important aspects of the game, both in and out of combat. In dungeons, players hanging off of a ledge can simply leap up by tapping the jump button instead of having to climb. It can also be used for wall jumps. In battle, it forces opponents to raise their shields, which can then be broken if the sword is at the proper angle.
Throwing is another important thing to master, as shields, knives, axes, and other nearby objects can be hurled at opponents. This can either distract the opponent or stun them; either way, it's a great opportunity to move in for the kill. Objects can also be looted off of bodies and thrown at live opponents.
Finally, don't be afraid to fight dirty. Although gamers can hold to the terms of honorable combat while playing, they can also kick an opponent mid-attack and stab them while they're down.
Conclusion
Blade and Sorcery: Nomad is the perfect game for gamers who want to experience unique and exciting combat in the virtual realm. If you haven't already, now is the perfect time to purchase a PICO VR headset, pick up the blade, and experience the magic of sorcery for yourself!