Deepest Sword

Deepest Sword is a game in which the player descends into the Cavern of Longing carrying a long, unwieldy sword, with the goal of reaching a dragon and piercing its heart. The player character cannot jump, and the sword itself plays a central role in navigating the environment.

The sword’s length affects gameplay, as a longer blade can help reach the dragon but may also get in the way while manoeuvring through the cavern. Progress depends on managing this trade-off as the player moves deeper into the level.

The game was originally created in 72 hours for the Ludum Dare 48 Jam, based on the theme “deeper and deeper”. This version adds speedrun controls, key rebinding options, and Steam achievement integration.