Get ready to carve through hellish hordes as the fast-paced, hack-and-slash game Ember & Blade (Ember and Blade) descends upon Steam Next Fest with an expanded demo.
Published by South Korea’s Line Games and developed by the small but veteran team at Nine Lives, this new preview drops on October 3, 2025, and offers players a deeper look into the upcoming action RPG. Fans can now explore new content from Act 2, including new angelic allies, a formidable boss, and a new progression system.
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What is Ember & Blade?
Players take on the role of Fenrix, a demon hunter cursed with immortality by an angel. This curse is your greatest weapon, as each death is merely a chance to grow stronger and carve a new path through the Sanctuary of Oblivion. Alongside Fenrix is a cast of quirky allies, including the twin clay golems Keke and Pea.
Keke helps you forge new weapons, with players able to choose between the heavy-hitting hammer or the agile twin daggers. Pea, his mischievous counterpart, creates powerful relics that grant Fenrix strength on the battlefield. You won’t be alone in your journey; Fenrix’s loyal cat companion, Lumi, is always around to provide helpful tips.
Watch the Trailer
Ember and Blade – Official Steam Next Fest Demo Trailer
Take a look at the new trailer for Ember and Blade’s Steam Next Fest demo! Defy death and cut through hordes of demons in this fast-paced hack-and-slash roguelite ARPG. Play the free demo during Steam Next Fest: October Edition
What is new in the Steam Next Fest Ember & Blade demo?
This new demo goes beyond the original offering, taking players into Act 2 for the first time. The game introduces two new angels, Ramiel and Galiliel, who will aid the protagonist Fenrix on his journey. You’ll also face a new challenge in Arcanus, The Faceless, a daunting boss designed to test even the most skilled demon hunters.
Additionally, it introduces the Meta-Progressions mechanic, allowing players to carry their strength forward between runs, and reveals the secretive Shay’s Hideout. Players will get a chance to dive deeper into the game’s unfolding narrative as they explore the expanded world.
The Key Features
In a release to the press, Nine Lives shared the game’s key features and what players can expect as they move through the new expanded demo.
- Carve Through Endless Hordes: As the immortal hunter, sweep across battlefields teeming with demons in fast-paced, survival-like action.
- Hellsent Boss Encounters: Face the Judicators of Fate, once mortals who sold their souls for power, now wielding immense strength and devastating attacks.
- Harness Celestial Blessings: Angels grant you powers beyond mortal reach. Choose from their heavenly gifts and forge evolving strategies that change with each run.
- Defy The Cycle Of Death: Each fall is only the start of another run. Resurrection brings deeper secrets and the chance to twist fate itself.
- Atmospheric Worlds And Dynamic Battles: Step into a realm forged by divine fire and demonic corruption, brought to life with vibrant colors and vivid effects.
When can we play the Ember and Blade expanded demo?
The expanded Ember and Blade demo will release on Steam on October 3, 2025.
