Blind Strike is a turn-based game of wit and strategy, where you rely on instinct rather than quick reflexes.
In each round, you and your opponent simultaneously choose where to strike and which zones to protect. If you predict their move correctly, you'll block their attack; if you spot a weakness in their defence, you can deal damage.
There are four fighting styles to choose from: the Bruiser overpowers guards, the Duelist evades blows and counters, the Warden absorbs hits and wears down the opponent, and the Stalker deals critical damage. Each style has its own unique move.
You can distribute free points among strength, agility, intuition, and endurance, shaping your fighter's abilities. The shop offers five tiers of equipment, ranging from basic gear to legendary items. A shield adds an extra guard zone, while a second weapon allows for an additional strike.
Successful hits, blocks, and dodges earn you tactic points, which can be used to unlock special moves like breaking through a guard, protecting all zones at once, counterattacking, or delivering a critical hit.
Opponents are matched according to your level, each with their own playstyle. The stronger they are, the greater the reward.
How to play
Choose a martial arts school and a callsign to enter the arena.
In each round, select your attack zone and defense zones, then press Strike. There are five zones: head, chest, stomach, belt, and legs.
Using the mouse: click on the rows in the Strike and Guard columns.
Using the keyboard: press 1—5 to choose the attack zone, Q—T for defense, and spacebar to swing.
You have 15 seconds to make your choices. If you run out of time, the remaining zones will be chosen for you.
New moves become available under the arena as you accumulate tactic points, earned from accurate hits, successful blocks, and dodges. A move is executed alongside your strike in the same round.
Before a fight, you can equip a potion, which will take effect at the start of the next battle.
Fights reward you with experience and credits: experience increases your level and grants attribute points, while credits can be used to buy weapons, armor, and potions in the shop. Your progress is saved automatically.