Grim Metroidvania Blasphemous Has Sold 5 Million Copies Worldwide

The game first launched in 2019.

The dark metroidvania Blasphemous has sold over 5 million copies. Developers at The Game Kitchen announced this milestone recently.

Blasphemous invites players into a brutal world heavy with religious symbolism, where dangerous enemies and lethal traps wait around every corner. As the Penitent One, you fight through these threats using varied attack combinations, special moves, and lethal weapons.

The game stands out for its distinctive pixel art style matched with graphic violence and a grim atmosphere. Boss encounters challenge players to study attack patterns and choose tactics carefully. You must memorize enemy behavior and find the right opening for every counterattack.