Blending the familiar gameplay mechanics of The Legend of Zelda franchise with the stunning HD-2D pixelated visuals of Octopath Traveler, The Ballad of Bellum transports players to a picturesque world where they must gather strange artifacts to save their friend and become a hero. Early comparisons to the likes of The Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening and the upcoming Octopather Traveler 0 are certainly apt, yet The Ballad of Bellum manages to set itself apart from its spiritual predecessors with several unique twists.
A number of games inspired by The Legend of Zelda have caught the attention of action-adventure fans over the years, with many blending nostalgic elements with refreshing stories to create brand-new experiences that hearken back to the golden age of retro console titles. In a similar vein, The Ballad of Bellum brings old-school vibes, not only for its similarities to Zelda but with its striking aesthetic style that evokes the same quaint vibe of Octopath Traveler and other HD-2D video games.
The Ballad of Bellum is a pixelated action-adventure game that sees players taking on the role of a young adventurer who must gather a number of secret artifacts in...
