A massively upgraded and expanded version of a beloved Nintendo Switch classic has just brought its brutal challenge to the Xbox, PlayStation, and PC platforms. And Castle of Heart has been remade, refined, and Retold…
This definitive version of the dark fantasy platformer from developer and publisher 7Levels is now available on Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, PC, and Nintendo Switch for £12.49.
Prepare to stand against a dark sorcerer, overcome a terrible curse that is turning your body to stone, and keep your killer streak going to prevent yourself from turning to dust.
A Challenge Worthy of a Knight
What makes Castle of Heart: Retold so unique is its core curse mechanic. You are a knight whose body has been turned to stone, and you need to keep fighting to stay alive. If you lose your tempo and your kill streak, your body will begin to disintegrate, you’ll lose your limbs, and eventually, the ability to even wield a weapon. You must keep moving and keep on fighting to survive.
Your journey will take you through four distinct Slavic-inspired landscapes, where you’ll prove your worth against the Sorcerer’s minions and a host of blood-thirsty mythological creatures, from chorts and vodniks to ghastly ghouls.
To help you, you’ll have access to dozens of melee and ranged weapons, from torches and hatchets to javelins and crossbows.
An Old Slavic Legend, Retold
In Castle of Heart: Retold, you will discover the untold legend of Svaran and his beloved Mira. After daring to defy the will of an evil Sorcerer, Svaran finds himself cursed and caught in a battle between good and evil. He must now fight to rescue the last priestess of the goddess Mokosh and liberate the land from the Sorcerer’s tyrannical rule.
For this new version, every line of dialogue has been rewritten and every cutscene has been remade, with new, fully reimagined endings to unlock.
From Switch Exclusive to a Definitive Edition
This is a game with a history. The original Castle of Heart launched exclusively on Nintendo Switch back in 2018, where it sold over 300,000 copies. This new version is a complete revamp.
As we reported back in May, the reimagined Castle of Heart: Retold is more than just a fresh coat of paint. It’s enriched with countless improvements, including new animations, updated models, enhanced lighting, a remixed soundtrack, and more refined combat and platforming.
Your Knight’s Vow
Here’s what you can expect from this definitive new version:
A Complete Revamp of a Switch Classic: Remade, refined, and retold for a new generation.
Unique “Disintegrating Body” Mechanic: Keep your kill streak going or your stone body will begin to fall apart.
A Challenge Worthy of a Knight: Travel through four distinct Slavic-inspired landscapes and face a host of mythological creatures.
A Reimagined Story: Every line of dialogue has been rewritten and every cutscene has been remade, with new endings to discover.
Massively Enhanced Gameplay and Visuals.
The Sorcerer’s minions are waiting and your body is already turning to stone. If you’re a fan of tough-as-nails action platformers, Castle of Heart: Retold is ready for your challenge on the Xbox Store right now, playable on Xbox Series X|S. You’ll also find it on PlayStation and PC.
Stay tuned for our full review. But don’t let the curse consume you.
Castle of Heart: Retold Description
Rescue the last Slavic priestess before the curse turns you into dust! Castle of Heart: Retold is a massively upgraded and expanded version of the original game, featuring significant enhancements across gameplay, story, visuals, and more.
