Game delayed from September 9 to October 29
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Phantom Blade Zero will appear in next week's State of Play presentation, bringing fresh footage of the action RPG to PlayStation and PC audiences. The new trailer features martial arts legend Donnie Yen, confirming his involvement with the project. S-GAME's title continues to build momentum ahead of its eventual release.
Phantom Blade Zero is now available for pre-order on PlayStation 5 ahead of its October 29, 2026 launch. A dedicated State of Play broadcast on August 17 will showcase nearly 20 minutes of new gameplay featuring dynamic combat and the dark wuxia setting. Martial arts legend Donnie Yen serves as creative consultant and portrays protagonist Soul's father, Mó Yuan.
Phantom Blade Zero, the highly anticipated Wuxia-inspired Soulslike action RPG, has surprisingly shifted its release date from September 9th to October 29th, placing it just three weeks before the release of Grand Theft Auto 6 on November 19th. Despite the potential for overshadowing, developer S-Game remains focused on game quality. Phantom Blade Zero will showcase its progress with a dedicated PlayStation State of Play later this summer, featuring 15-20 minutes of new footage.
Phantom Blade Zero's developers remain unbothered by the looming presence of GTA 6, opting to move their game's release date closer to Rockstar's behemoth. "We don't think about any of this," a developer stated, reflecting the team's focus. This bold move sets up an intriguing marketplace clash.
Sony's summer State of Play showcased upcoming titles like God of War Laufey and Marvel's Wolverine, alongside a slew of September and October releases, strategically avoiding GTA 6's November 19 launch. The event highlighted gore-heavy action games and notable delays, including Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis to February 2027. Key releases include Silent Hill Townfall on September 24 and Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve on October 2.
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