Thy Sword

A hack-and-slash platformer for solo play or local co-op

GamePhase · Released Nov 14, 2017

Reviews: Very Positive; 97% of 62
Recent reviews: Not enough recent
Players: 0; daily peak, Oct 29, 2026
Steam Deck: Untested
Last update on Steam: 7 years ago; Apr 9, 2019
Minimum PC: DirectX 9 GPU; 1 GB RAM · 0.1 GB disk; Full requirements

What is Thy Sword?

Thy Sword is a 2D fantasy hack-and-slash platformer with procedurally generated levels and roguelike elements. You fight enemies and bosses with a sword and bow, collect loot, and equip weapons and items as you seek ancient crystals to end the Dark Overlord's rule.

For you if...

+you enjoy fast combat built around precise movement and timing
+you like replaying adventures with different playable heroes

Not for you if...

−you prefer relaxed combat to demanding enemies and bosses
−you want open-world exploration rather than separate levels

What players say

97% of 62 reviews are positive

Players praise the pixel art, responsive controls, and retro music. A reviewer criticizes how strongly gambling luck can affect a run's survival.

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Thy Sword system requirements

Minimum: DirectX 9 GPU, 1 GB RAM, 0.1 GB of disk space.

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Minimum

OS: Windows XP
Processor: 1.0 Ghz or faster
Graphics: DirectX 9 (or later) Compatible Card
Memory: 1 GB RAM
Storage: 100 MB available space
DirectX: Version 9.0c

Does Thy Sword have co-op or multiplayer?

Yes: co-op split-screen. It also has a single-player mode. With Remote Play Together, one copy is enough to play the local modes online with friends.

Does Thy Sword run on Steam Deck?

Untested Not yet tested by Valve on Steam Deck.

PC version details

DRM: None declared on Steam
Controller: Full controller support
Platforms: Windows
Achievements: 31
Steam features: Family Sharing
Languages: Full audio: English.

Does Thy Sword use AI-generated content?

No AI-generated content is disclosed on the game's Steam page.

Self-reported by the developer under Steam rules: it covers AI content that ships in the game, not tools used to make it. Steam page checked on Oct 28, 2026. How to filter AI games on Steam