GDC 2025 highlights innovative games like Blades of Fire

Several games stood out at the Game Developers Conference (GDC) 2025, including Blades of Fire, Hotel Barcelona, and Missile Command Delta. GDC is an annual event that focuses on upcoming games, featuring smaller, developer-oriented titles rather than big AAA games. Blades of Fire was a highlight, developed by the creators of Metroid Dread. It features innovative weapon forging and combat mechanics in a unique fantasy world. The game is set for release on May 22 for PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X/S. Clawpunk is an action-platformer where players control special ability cats in destructible levels. It promises fun gameplay and is currently in development for PC. The Hundred Line -Last Defense Academy- combines tactics RPG and visual novel elements from notable creators. It offers an engaging story and character interactions, launching on April 24 for PC and Nintendo Switch. To a T, by the creator of Katamari Damacy, is an adventure game focusing on body positivity. Players control a child in a "t" shape navigating daily life. It will be available on PC and Xbox platforms on May 28. Shadow of the Road is a new take on CRPGs, set in feudal Japan. It offers strategic turn-based combat and is currently in open alpha for PC. Hotel Barcelona features innovative roguelike gameplay where players fight with the skills of their past lives. The game is set to launch for PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X/S this year. Mandragora: Whispers of the Witch Tree offers challenging 2D combat inspired by FromSoftware's games. It will be released on April 17 for PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X/S. Missile Command Delta is a fresh take on the classic game, blending exploration and tactical combat. It is expected to release in 2025 for multiple platforms. Herdling allows players to guide animals to safety, creating a calm and beautiful experience. It will launch this summer for PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X/S. Pathfinder: Abomination Vaults is an action RPG based on a popular tabletop game, featuring fun gameplay and couch co-op support. It is set to release in 2025.