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Blackthorne hits different when it boots instantly in your browser. Released in 1994 on the Super Nintendo, this retro classic from Interplay Productions, Sega is ready the second you press start — no downloads, no setup.
Blackthorne is a cinematic platform game developed by Blizzard Entertainment. In celebration of the company's 30th anniversary, Blackthorne was re-released for Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, Windows, and Xbox One as part of the Blizzard Arcade Collection in February 2021.
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| Action | Keyboard | Controller |
|---|---|---|
| D-Pad Up | ↑ | D-Pad up |
| D-Pad Down | ↓ | D-Pad down |
| D-Pad Left | ← | D-Pad left |
| D-Pad Right | → | D-Pad right |
| B (bottom) | X | Bottom face |
| A (right) | Z | Right face |
| Y (left) | S | Left face |
| X (top) | A | Top face |
| L | Q | Left shoulder |
| R | E | Right shoulder |
| Start | Enter | Start |
| Select | V | Select |
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The Story Behind Blackthorne
Twenty years later, Kyle has become a renowned military captain and mercenary. The inspiration for Blackthorne came from Another World and Flashback. The game begins here with Kyle setting out to kill Sarlac and reclaim his throne.
Interplay had intended to port the game to Sega Genesis but instead did so for the Sega 32X. Sarlac's skull is seen mounted on the wall as a trophy, just as Kyle had promised. After breaking out of prison facing court martial, Kyle begins having strange dreams, and is eventually confronted by Galadril.
How Blackthorne Plays
He is told that it is time to return to Tuul and save his people. Combat in Blackthorne takes the form of gunfights. Knowing of his people's doom, the ruler of Androth, King Vlaros, with the aid of the Androthi magician Galadril, sends his son Kyle to Earth to save his life.
In celebration of the company's 30th anniversary, Blackthorne was re-released for Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, Windows, and Xbox One as part of the Blizzard Arcade Collection in February 2021. The following year, Blackthorne was released for the Sega 32X with additional content. The game begins here with Kyle setting out to kill Sarlac and reclaim his throne.
Why Players Still Load It Up
Years before the game begins, Thoros, the latest ruler, finds it near impossible to choose between his two sons as the next ruler. Sarlac's skull is seen mounted on the wall as a trophy, just as Kyle had promised. But while Androth respects their stone, Ka'dra'suul reject theirs, and are eventually transformed into monsters by it.
All of this time, Tuul's people have been ruled over by a single shaman who "was blessed with all knowledge". In 2018, Complex placed Blackthorne at 96th in their "The Best Super Nintendo Games of All Time". This lack of puzzling elements makes it slightly less intriguing, but it delivers a whole heap of atmosphere."
Blackthorne — Frequently Asked Questions
Can I save my progress in Blackthorne?
It does — with a free account you can snapshot the game at any point using save states, then pick it up later from exactly that spot.
How many players does Blackthorne support?
Blackthorne supports 1 player(s) in this browser version.
Can I play Blackthorne online for free?
Absolutely. The full game loads in the player at the top of this page and runs right in your browser — no installs, no plugins, no waiting.
Do I need a controller to play Blackthorne?
No. Keyboard controls work out of the box (see the controls panel), and any USB or Bluetooth gamepad is detected automatically.