Phantom Blade Zero: S-Game's title pushed back; check out the State of Play trailer.

Phantom Blade Zero, an action game developed by S-Game, is now scheduled for PC and PS5 on October 29, 2026. Pushed back a few weeks, the title resurfaced in a trailer unveiled during State of Play on June 2, 2026, offering a first look at its challenging combat, its grim world, and its adrenaline-fueled take on the action-RPG.

Phantom Blade Zero is tightening up its release schedule... Developed by S-Game, the title had already grabbed attention at Gamescom 2024 with a playable demo that showcased its fast-paced combat and sharp level design. Initially slated for September 9, 2026, the game is now eyeing October 29, 2026 on PC and PS5, a delay confirmed with a new trailer unveiled during the State of Play on June 2, 2026.

Overview of Phantom Blade Zero:

"In Phantom Blade Zero, you play as Soul, an elite assassin in the service of a mysterious but powerful organization known simply as "The Order". Wrongly accused of murdering the patriarch of The Order, he was seriously wounded in the hunt that followed. A mystical healer manages to save him from death, but his improvised remedy gives him only 66 days. Soul must uncover the true mastermind behind this plot before his time is up, while facing fearsome enemies and inhuman monstrosities."

Phantom Blade Zero : le point sur ce que l'on sait du soft de S-Game — ©S-Game

The trailer presented on the occasion of Lunar New Year shows a little more in terms of gameplay, highlighting an atypical boss battle, pitting the player against seven enemies simultaneously. The developers emphasize the coordination of opponents, made possible by advanced AI. This system, combined with choreography inspired by Chinese martial arts, aims to deliver an immersive experience.

Phantom Blade Zero trailer:

At the same time, Phantom Blade Zero offers a varied arsenal, including 30 main weapons and 20 secondary weapons, each with its own special features. The " Thin Snake " sword, for example, reduces the energy gauge of enemies, while the secondary weapon " Mo Xue Wuhen " can be used without hands.

The game promises an estimated lifespan of 30-35 hours for the main story, with a further 30 hours for side quests. Mechanics such as "days to live" and "buff levels" influence the progression and ending of the story. Finally, the developers confirm that the game will benefit fromUnreal Engine 5 capabilities, with optimizations planned for the PS5 Pro. In short, we can't wait!

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