Version 4.8 of Bloodstained Hands is now available to download!

I apologize for the delay in the launch of this update, there were some errors that came up in the testing and debugging process that delayed the release. But it is now available, and ready to download. For a detailed list of changes, please see the bug-fix log.

This update does require some additional installation instructions, however, as there have been some changes to how certain game mechanics work. Most notably, shields now function differently, and do not require the use of a skill to block physical damage. As a result, the "Shield" skills that accompany each different shield will no longer function properly, and will need to be removed. There is a simple way to do this, however. Simply follow the instructions below.

If you are downloading this game for the first time, or starting a new save file, simply download and extract the game! There's nothing new you need to do.

If, however, you are updating the game with the intention of moving your save files over, please be sure to follow these steps.

1. Load your current save file.
2. Remove all shields from your shield-bearing classes.
3. Save your game.
4. Update the game, following the same steps as usual (move save files into a separate folder, download the new version, and move the save files into the new game folder).
5. Load your save files in the updated game and re-equip your characters as you see fit.

If this was done correctly, your shield-bearing characters should no longer have the "Shield" skills in their skill list, but will still block periodically when hit with a physical attack if they have a shield equipped. If this did not work, then don't worry too much. If the skills still remain, they will not harm your game, they simply won't function. Furthermore, starting a new game or creating a new game plus file will remove these skills and prevent them from being added.

Please feel free to comment below if you have any difficulties or questions, or if any unforeseen bugs appear that otherwise affect your game.

Thank you for your patience and support, and happy playing!