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Dawid Kusyk · Published by Dawid Kusyk
Last updated 27 Sept 2026
Go on a path crucial for your honor. Pass through dangerous areas to complete your destiny. Duel against enemy warriors and kill dangerous Yokai creatures. Practice in sword combat to become a better swordsman.
Free
Action, Adventure, Indie, Early Access · More free games
Embark on a perilous journey to uphold your honor, navigating treacherous lands and mastering swordplay. Duel fierce opponents and slay formidable Yokai creatures in The Way of Death, an indie adventure that challenges both your skills and resolve.
About this game
The Way of Death is a souls-like game set in a world inspired by feudal Japan from the Edo period. Take the challenge in the arcade sword combat system prepared for a group fight in a top-down perspective. Defeat opponents and bosses, explore full of secrets surroundings, and overcome death as you battle in the Afterlife.
Your sword is the most helpful tool to survive. Learn how to use it and become a better swordsman. You will be surrounded by dangerous monsters many times. The proper tactic is required to beat them. Also, thrilling duels on swords await you. Parry all the hits and beat the enemy.
DEATH IS THE CONTINUATION
Death is an inherent element of the game. After death, fight your way back to life with the new, unique Afterlife mechanic.
MYSTERIOUS WORLD
Walk across mysterious terrain and reveal its secrets. Perhaps, the reality is not as simple as it seems. Do not be afraid to get off the main path; maybe you will find something unexpected.
MAIN FEATURES
SKILFUL COMBAT SYSTEMYour sword is the most helpful tool to survive. Learn how to use it and become a better swordsman. You will be surrounded by dangerous monsters many times. The proper tactic is required to beat them. Also, thrilling duels on swords await you. Parry all the hits and beat the enemy.
DEATH IS THE CONTINUATION
Death is an inherent element of the game. After death, fight your way back to life with the new, unique Afterlife mechanic.
MYSTERIOUS WORLD
Walk across mysterious terrain and reveal its secrets. Perhaps, the reality is not as simple as it seems. Do not be afraid to get off the main path; maybe you will find something unexpected.
System Requirements
Will my PC run this? →Minimum
Minimum:
- OS: Windows 10
- Processor: AMD FX 8350 or Intel Core i5-4460
- Memory: 8 GB RAM
- Graphics: NVIDIA GTX 960 or AMD Radeon R9 280
- Storage: 4 GB available space
Recommended
Recommended:
- OS: Windows 10
- Processor: AMD Ryzen 5 1400 or Intel Core i5-6500
- Graphics: NVIDIA GTX 970 or AMD Radeon RX 570
- Storage: 4 GB available space
Supported Languages
English, Polish
Latest news
Community & EventsOfficial
Steam Next Fest Special Livestream
We’ll explore the gameplay, share insights into the development process, and answer your questions in real time. 🗓️ Date: 13.06.2025 ⏰ Time: 9:00 PM CEST, 12:00 PM PT For more on The Way of Death: Follow Dawid Kusyk on X Join TWoD The Way of Death Discord Follow The Way of Death on TikTok Subscribe The Way of Death on YouTube Follow The Way of Death on Instagram Wishlist Now and Play the Demo: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2346000/The_Way_of_DeathRead full article on Community Announcements (Dawid Kusyk)Patch NotesOfficial
Major Demo Update is Available Now!
Here's what you'll find in the new update. New enemies (including Yokai) Mini-bosses New boss fight at the end of the demo New hat introducing a fast playstyle Minimap to support exploration Inventory system New NPCs and their stories Improved optimization (even up to 100% better performance) We also have a trailer for you showing off some new stuff on this occasion. Additionally, the game is available at the June Steam Next Fest. For more on The Way of Death: Follow Dawid Kusyk on X Join TWoD The Way of Death Discord Follow The Way of Death on TikTok Subscribe The Way of Death on YouTube Follow The Way of Death on Instagram Wishlist Now and Play the Demo: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2346000/The_Way_of_DeathRead full article on Community Announcements (Dawid Kusyk)Patch NotesOfficial
The major demo update is coming soon with new stuff and improvements.
We are excited to share the details about the upcoming major demo version update with you. So let's begin. New enemies {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/43768369/84a93cc7c3ec527c7de68948313b9c4b52c63413.gif We're introducing our first Yokai enemies, starting with Kodama and a few types of Oni. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/43768369/ce22a7c0d39f72117d5282913c33bb05ea2c3f79.gif This update will also come with the archer. Use the arrow reflection to hurt your enemy. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/43768369/68d8b8bbfc64107052404bd8c61697d4d4eadadf.gif Finally, face the first boss, Renjiro Nakamura, whom Kazuki searches for through the demo. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/43768369/ad3fb75fe5ed148d8cbfe16eaebb734c9182681c.png Combat Improvements New combat style. It's time to show the second playstyle for Kazuki, represented by the hat he wears. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/43768369/f051b37551fbee80d872095d3912774dfa1fb9e8.gif By wearing the speed hat, Kazuki can swing his sword faster without stopping. The speed of the slashes naturally results in lower damage, but it increases when the player hits the enemy often. This is a good choice for players who value a fast and aggressive playstyle based on dashing. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/43768369/402a124d31af09e48523d2ab7db6af9edca659a1.png Parry series. The next update will add enemies that require several parries before they are stunned. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/43768369/f051b37551fbee80d872095d3912774dfa1fb9e8.gif Other improvements. Minimap {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/43768369/0464efd0f4b4fbce859df2d59cd1b70cf2c9469d.gif We are introducing a minimap to the game that will indicate nearby mini-bosses, possible interactions, and collectibles. This is a key improvement to the exploration system in a top-down game since the player cannot look around the horizon. Inventory system. The inventory system will help players better understand how much they have collected. Besides that, it will also introduce new narrative possibilities, new ways to reward the player, and new progression elements to the game. Optimi...Read full article on Community Announcements (Dawid Kusyk)AnnouncementsOfficial
The Demo is releasing NOW!
We have amazing news to share with you. The demo is available now. The demo features: - basic fight with human opponents - hero development - the first location to explore - beginning of the story - Afterlife mechanics, which introduces a new element to the souls-like genre But that's not all. The game is still in development. We plan to update the demo with new features in the future: - more types of enemies, including yokai and mini-bosses - boss fights - combat improvements - more story, including side NPCs Feel free to leave your feedback in demo reviews. On this occasion, we also have a new trailer for you. /https://youtu.be/1DnbkzScyHw See you soon in the next announcements. For more on The Way of Death: Follow Dawid Kusyk on X Follow The Way of Death on TikTok Subscribe The Way of Death on YouTube Follow The Way of Death on Instagram: The Way of Death on Instagram Wishlist Now: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2346000/The_Way_of_DeathRead full article on Community Announcements (Dawid Kusyk)AnnouncementsOfficial
The Way of Death Gameplay Reveal Trailer
Here it is, the first trailer of The Way of Death, the gameplay reveal trailer because the gameplay is the most important. Feel free to leave your feedback, follow the game on Steam, and add to the Wishlist. Please note this is an early capture and the game development is still in progress. The footage does not represent the final look of the game. See you soon in the next announcements. For more on The Way of Death: Follow Dawid Kusyk on X Follow The Way of Death on TikTok Subscribe The Way of Death on YouTube Wishlist Now: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2346000/The_Way_of_Death/Read full article on Community Announcements (Dawid Kusyk)
