Phantom Blade Zero sets release date: Launches September 9, 2026 on PS5 and PC

Phantom Blade Zero (影之刃零) has officially locked in its release date. During The Game Awards 2025 on December 12, the studio unveiled a new “release date” trailer and confirmed a global launch on September 9, 2026 for PS5 and PC. A Steam store page also went live alongside the announcement.

A “wuxia‑punk” 3A action RPG built in Unreal Engine 5

Developed by Beijing Lingyoufang, Phantom Blade Zero is built with Unreal Engine 5 and set in “Shadow Realm” (影境) — an original world that blends Chinese wuxia fantasy with industrial, steampunk-inspired design. The team describes the tone as “wuxia‑punk”, aiming for a fast, fluid combat loop rather than being boxed into a pure Soulslike label.

Story setup: 66 days left

Players take the role of a swordsman whose heart has been gravely injured, leaving just 66 days to live. The journey revolves around clearing his name while navigating a web of conspiracies, mysteries, and personal stakes.

Combat and progression highlights

- High-speed combo combat designed around chaining moves and maintaining momentum

- 30+ main weapons and 20+ “odd” equipment pieces to encourage experimentation

- A mix of exploration, narrative progression, and RPG-style growth systems

- Dolby Atmos support is planned for more immersive audio

Why it matters

Beyond the trailer itself, the announcement is another signal that China’s high-end action RPG ambitions are accelerating. Reports note strong community demand around hands-on demos this year, with tens of thousands of sign-ups and very high view counts across livestream platforms — momentum that’s now anchored by a firm release date.

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