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Phantom Blade Zero Release Date, Price, System Requirements & Gameplay

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Phantom Blade Zero is a single-player dark wuxia action RPG developed by S-GAME Studio and published by S-GAME Publishing. It launches globally on October 29, 2026, for PS5 and PC, with an October 28 release in the US and select regions. The Standard Edition costs $59.99, while the Digital Deluxe Edition costs $69.99.

Built with Unreal Engine 5, the game follows Soul, a warrior left with only 66 days to live after suffering a devastating heart injury. This guide covers the confirmed release date, platforms, editions, pre-order bonuses, PC requirements, and major gameplay features.

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Phantom Blade Zero Release Date & Platforms

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Phantom Blade Zero officially launches on October 29, 2026. However, the official PlayStation announcement lists October 28 for the US and select regions. Steam may also display October 28 depending on the user's region and storefront time zone.

The game was previously scheduled for September 9, 2026. S-GAME moved the release to October 29 to allow additional time for polishing environments, character models, and the overall launch experience.

The confirmed launch platforms are:

  • PlayStation 5
  • PC via Steam

Phantom Blade Zero Editions & Price

The following prices are based on the US PlayStation Store and Steam. Regional pricing and taxes may differ.

Standard Edition

The Standard Edition costs $59.99 and includes the complete base game.

This is the suitable option for players who only want the main Phantom Blade Zero experience and do not need additional cosmetics or digital extras.

Digital Deluxe Edition

The Digital Deluxe Edition costs $69.99 and includes:

  • The complete base game
  • Wulin Legend outfit
  • Blood-Steel Form outfit
  • Digital artbook
  • Digital soundtrack

The two outfits are exclusive to the Digital Deluxe Edition. The artbook and soundtrack are digital items rather than physical collectibles.

Phantom Blade Zero Pre-Order Bonuses

Pre-ordering either edition provides early access to:

  • Treasure Basin accessory: Increases the Remnant Dust drop rate by 10%
  • Legacy outfit

These are early-unlock bonuses rather than permanently exclusive content. Both items can also be obtained through normal in-game progression, so players will not lose access to them by waiting until release.

Phantom Blade Zero System Requirements

S-GAME has published the official minimum and recommended PC requirements on the Steam store page.

ComponentMinimum RequirementsRecommended Requirements
Operating systemWindows 10/11, 64-bitWindows 10/11, 64-bit
ProcessorIntel Core i7-8700K or AMD Ryzen 5 3600Intel Core i5-10600K or AMD Ryzen 5 5600X
Memory16 GB RAM16 GB RAM
GraphicsNVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 6 GB or AMD Radeon RX 5500 XT 8 GBNVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti 8 GB or AMD Radeon RX 6700 XT 12 GB
DirectXVersion 12Version 12
Performance target1080p at 30 FPS with upscaling enabled1440p at 60 FPS with upscaling enabled
StorageSSD required; capacity not listedSSD required; capacity not listed

The official targets assume that upscaling is enabled. Native-resolution performance may therefore be lower, particularly on systems close to the minimum specification.

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Phantom Blade Zero Gameplay Overview

Phantom Blade Zero takes place in a semi-open world rather than one uninterrupted open-world map. S-GAME is building several handcrafted areas containing side quests, hidden passages, environmental mechanisms, and optional encounters.

Combat combines fast swordplay with movements drawn from traditional martial arts. Players can dodge, deflect, counterattack, and move between combos without interrupting the flow of combat. Weapons can be upgraded and reforged, allowing invested materials to be recovered and used on a different build.

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The game's visual identity is described as "Kungfupunk." It combines wuxia martial arts, traditional Chinese imagery, mechanical prosthetics, industrial ruins, punk-inspired fantasy, and modern music. Motion capture and choreography are used to give the attacks a style closer to classic Hong Kong martial-arts cinema.

Phantom Blade Zero FAQ

Is Phantom Blade Zero an Open-World Game?

Not fully. S-GAME describes Phantom Blade Zero as a semi-open-world game, combining handcrafted environments with exploration rather than offering one completely open map.


Is Phantom Blade Zero a Soulslike?

It has some Soulslike elements, including challenging bosses and precise defensive timing. However, its faster wuxia combat, combo-based attacks, and selectable difficulty modes create a different experience.


Is Phantom Blade Zero Coming to Xbox?

No Xbox version has been announced as of October 13, 2026. The game is currently confirmed only for PS5 and PC.


Does Phantom Blade Zero Have Multiplayer?

No. Phantom Blade Zero is designed as a single-player action RPG, and neither co-op nor competitive multiplayer has been announced.

Conclusion

Phantom Blade Zero launches globally on October 29, 2026, for PS5 and PC, with an October 28 release in the US and select regions. The Standard Edition costs $59.99, while the $69.99 Digital Deluxe Edition adds two exclusive outfits, a digital artbook, and a digital soundtrack.

PC players will need at least 16 GB of RAM, a GTX 1660 or RX 5500 XT, and an SSD. Players targeting 1440p at 60 FPS should use the recommended specification as their starting point.

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