{"rewrite":{"id":"r_b9def653563f22040565b494","clusterId":"c_4bbda34348307fd135071a28","slug":"tears-of-metal-launches-to-very-positive-steam-early-access","model":"deepseek-v4-flash:free","headline":"Tears of Metal Launches to Very Positive Steam Early Access","summary":"Paper Cult released the early access version of its co-op hack-and-slash roguelike Tears of Metal on Steam on July 22, 2026. The game supports up to four players and is set in medieval Scotland, where players lead a Scottish battalion to reclaim an island from invading hordes. It features roguelike upgrades and over 100 types of artifacts that combine with unique hero abilities. Players can recruit and permanently upgrade soldiers across campaigns. The Steam price is 3,150 yen, with a 10% launch discount until August 6. As of writing, Steam user reviews are 'Very Positive' with 92% of 327 reviews recommending the game. The peak concurrent player count on SteamDB was around 4,000. The Xbox Series X|S version is scheduled for release within 2026. Early access is planned to last 4 to 12 months, with ongoing content additions and balance adjustments based on player feedback.","whyItMatters":"The strong early access reception and concurrent player numbers suggest that the game's blend of Dynasty Warriors-style combat and roguelike progression has found an audience beyond the typical niche for indie co-op action games.","webCardHtml":"\u003cp\u003eDevelopment on Tears of Metal began in 2020, according to a 2024 developer interview published by The Guardian. The game draws heavy influence from the Dynasty Warriors series but is said to have little reliance on button mashing.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe game\u0026#39;s story involves a mysterious \u0026#34;Dragonstone Meteor\u0026#34; that summoned the occupier hordes. As players delve deeper into the island\u0026#39;s trenches, the meteor\u0026#39;s dangerous power is revealed.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlayers can recruit Scottish soldiers, who gain experience and permanent upgrades that carry across campaigns. Repeated recruitment and strengthening makes them a key force on the battlefield. After each campaign, players can also expand their base to access new shops.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe early access version is available on both Steam and the Microsoft Store, with support for up to 4-player online co-op and Game Pass. The developer plans to add new heroes, emblems, charms, and other content during the early access period, along with balance adjustments and performance improvements.\u003c/p\u003e","blueskyPost":"Tears of Metal launched on Steam early access and hit 'Very Positive' with 92% of 327 reviews recommending it. Peak concurrent players hit around 4,000.","twitterPost":"Paper Cult's co-op roguelike Tears of Metal is out now on Steam early access. It supports up to 4 players and lets you permanently upgrade soldiers across runs. Xbox Series X|S version due later in 2026.","threadsPost":null,"newsletterBlurb":"Paper Cult released Tears of Metal on Steam early access on July 22. The medieval co-op hack-and-slash roguelike has already earned a 'Very Positive' rating from players, with a peak concurrent count of around 4,000. An Xbox Series X|S version is planned for later in 2026.","attributionJson":"[{\"source\":\"4Gamer.net\",\"url\":\"https://www.4gamer.net/games/027/G102712/20260723053/\",\"title\":\"Hack-and-Slash Roguelike 'Tears of Metal' Set in the Middle Ages, Supports Up to 4 Players Co-op to Mow Down Enemy Hordes, Launches on Steam\"},{\"source\":\"Game Spark\",\"url\":\"http://www.gamespark.jp/article/2026/07/23/169645.html\",\"title\":\"This is Scotland's One-Man Army! 4-Player Co-op Roguelike Action Game 'Tears of Metal' Launches to 'Very Positive' Reception on Steam Early Access\"}]","lintFlagsJson":null,"lintHits":0,"costUsd":0,"inputTokens":8723,"outputTokens":1188,"status":"published","repairAttempts":0,"nextRepairAt":null,"factsAttemptedAt":1784828269,"createdAt":"2026-07-23T17:32:21.000Z","publishedAt":"2026-07-23T17:35:45.000Z","updatedAt":"2026-07-23T17:32:21.000Z"},"cluster":{"id":"c_4bbda34348307fd135071a28","canonicalTitle":"これぞスコットランド無双！敵の大群を切り裂く4人協力ローグライクACT『Tears of Metal』Steam早期アクセス“非常に好評”スタートで盛況","representativeArticleId":"a_3cd98e35e620729eb84bcb2c","sourceCount":2,"writtenSourceCount":2,"writeAttempts":0,"isSolo":false,"entitiesJson":"{\"anime_titles\":[],\"manga_titles\":[],\"work_titles\":[\"Tears of Metal\"],\"studios\":[],\"people\":[],\"type\":\"release\",\"domain\":\"games\",\"is_roundup\":false}","contentType":"news","status":"published","firstSeenAt":"2026-07-23T09:15:03.000Z","lastSeenAt":"2026-07-23T10:46:44.000Z","updatedAt":"2026-07-23T17:35:45.000Z"},"attribution":[{"source":"4Gamer.net","url":"https://www.4gamer.net/games/027/G102712/20260723053/","title":"中世を舞台に最大4人で協力して敵の大群をなぎ倒すハクスラローグライク「Tears of Metal」，Steamで配信開始"},{"source":"Game Spark","url":"http://www.gamespark.jp/article/2026/07/23/169645.html","title":"これぞスコットランド無双！敵の大群を切り裂く4人協力ローグライクACT『Tears of Metal』Steam早期アクセス“非常に好評”スタートで盛況"}],"entities":{"anime_titles":[],"manga_titles":[],"work_titles":["Tears of Metal"],"studios":[],"people":[],"type":"release","domain":"games","is_roundup":false},"keyFacts":["Tears of Metal launched in early access on Steam on July 22, 2026.","The Steam price is 3,150 yen, with a 10% launch discount until August 6, 2026.","Steam user reviews are 'Very Positive' with 92% of 327 reviews recommending the game as of July 23, 2026.","The peak concurrent player count on SteamDB was around 4,000.","The Xbox Series X|S version is scheduled for release within 2026."]}