Tsarevna Turns Ballet Into Deadly Combat in Stunning Slasher Inspired by Slavic Myth
Get ready for a slasher like no other! Tsarevna, a new game inspired by Slavic myths, is about to make combat a true art form—literally. Instead of standard swordplay, the protagonist fights using ballet moves, thanks to motion capture from Alyona Kovalyova, the principal ballerina at Moscow’s Bolshoi Ballet. Sounds wild? It looks even better!
- Upcoming game Tsarevna uses ballet for combat mechanics
- Mocap by Bolshoi Ballet’s Alyona Kovalyova
- Third-person slasher inspired by Slavic folklore
- Release planned for PC via Steam in 2026
Ballet Meets Hack-and-Slash
In Tsarevna, every fight is a dance. The teaser video, which you can check out here:
shows the main character stretching into a graceful plié tendu, arms extended in a classic cambré. Just as she completes the move, she launches a magical attack at her enemy. It’s not just for show—the combat system is built around real ballet motions, from pirouettes to port de bras, all captured in stunning detail by Kovalyova herself.
Combat Like You’ve Never Seen
The gameplay details are still under wraps, but from the teaser, it looks like players will combine hack-and-slash mechanics with different ballet moves, each triggering unique attacks. Watching Tsarevna pirouette around dark-fantasy foes, wielding a magical blade with the power of dance, is something truly fresh for the genre. The third-person camera ensures you don’t miss any of the beautiful choreography.
Folklore, Fine Art, and a Mysterious Story
According to developer Watt Studio, Tsarevna will blend “folklore and fine art” into its narrative. Players can expect to confront ancient deities, uncover the protagonist’s forgotten past, and explore the price of wielding a power that’s both beautiful and tragic. The studio promises an original story, making Tsarevna more than just a visual spectacle.
Release Info
Tsarevna is set to launch on Windows PC via Steam in 2026. If you’re a fan of action games with a twist, or just want to see ballet take center stage in a dark fantasy world, keep this one on your radar!
