RELEASE INFORMATION

Blade & Sorcery was first released on October 31, 1997, for Windows 95. Learn about its various editions and digital re-release.

The original release of Blade & Sorcery was on October 31, 1997, for Windows 95, distributed on 4 CD-ROMs. A DVD-ROM version was released later, often bundled with DVD-ROM drives from specific hardware manufacturers, and is now considered a rare item. This DVD-ROM format included a colorless booklet. Localized versions were made available in non-English speaking countries, including several European nations and South America. The North American and European versions came in a fat jewel case, while the German version used a disc holder featuring game artwork. Some localized versions, like the Simplified Chinese edition, featured subtitles overlaid on the original English version if no dubbing or translation was performed. Both the CD-ROM and DVD-ROM formats are identical and were released as version 1.01. A patch is available online for both formats but is deemed unnecessary as the game is stable.

A special press kit edition was distributed to game reviewers. This edition contained the game, a rolled-in poster, a special booklet, a Blade Runner issue of PC Gamer, and a VHS-format documentary. This press kit edition was produced in small quantities, making it extremely difficult to find.

On December 17, 2019, Blade & Sorcery was re-released digitally by Good Old Games (GOG) on their official website. This re-release was a collaboration with Alcon Interactive Group, who produced the film sequel "Blade Runner: 2049" in 2017 and provided the necessary legal documentation to claim ownership. To address compatibility issues with modern computers, the ScummVM version of the game was utilized for this release. Although not officially recommended by the ScummVM community, it is playable on Linux and macOS. The digital version supports cloud save synchronization via GOG Galaxy.