Castle of Heart is getting a second chance—bigger, bolder, and better than ever. 7LEVELS has officially announced Castle of Heart: Retold, a massively upgraded and expanded version of the cult side-scrolling action game. It’s dropping this summer on PlayStation 5, Xbox, Nintendo Switch, and PC (Steam).
And if you’ve never played the original? Good. This version is built to be the definitive one.
Svaran’s fight begins again – but this time, it’s personal
In Castle of Heart: Retold, you play as Svaran, a Slavic warrior cursed to slowly turn into stone. It’s not just a fancy narrative—your body crumbles if your kill streak drops. Lose momentum, and you might lose an arm… or worse, your sword. This mechanic alone raises the stakes, adding urgency to every slash, jump, and dodge.
The story has been fully rewritten, diving deep into Slavic folklore as you challenge a dark sorcerer who serves the malevolent god Chernobog. Your goal? Rescue Mira—the last priestess of the goddess Mokosh—and free your land from tyranny.
Four regions, dozens of weapons, zero mercy
This isn’t a walk in the woods. You’ll fight through four distinct Slavic-inspired regions, from haunted forests to cursed villages. Along the way, you’ll clash with creatures straight from ancient legends—chorts, ghouls, and vodniks all want a piece of you.
Combat is fast, tactical, and brutal. You’re given a wide range of melee and ranged weapons—hatchets, torches, javelins, crossbows—and each one has its moment to shine. Boss fights are serious skill checks, demanding tight reflexes and solid positioning.
A full remake, not just a remaster
This isn’t just a prettier version of the original game—it’s a full overhaul. Castle of Heart: Retold brings:
- Completely reworked controls for smoother gameplay
- Improved combat and platforming balance
- New animations and detailed character models
- Dynamic lighting and richer environments
- Fully remixed music and sound
- A redesigned user interface
- Rewritten dialogue and cutscenes
- Multiple reimagined endings based on your progress
The devs call it the “definitive version” for a reason—it’s Castle of Heart reborn, with modern polish and much tighter gameplay.
If you’re into side-scrolling action games, mythology-based adventures, or intense platformers with deep combat, Castle of Heart: Retold needs to be on your radar. Whether you’re playing on PS5, Xbox, Nintendo Switch, or PC, this upgraded version promises a smoother, more challenging, and more immersive experience.
And yes, this time the combat is responsive.
So if you’re hunting for your next Souls-lite platformer, or just want something steeped in Slavic myth and dark fantasy vibes, Castle of Heart: Retold could be your summer obsession.
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