Phantom Blade Zero Pre-Orders Live: Trailer & State of Play Details
Phantom Blade Zero pre-orders are officially open! Check out edition prices, the new 11-minute trailer, and details for the August 17 State of Play.
The highly anticipated Wuxia action RPG from developer S-GAME is officially gearing up for launch. Fans eager to step into its dark fantasy universe can now rejoice, as Phantom Blade Zero pre-orders have officially opened alongside the release of a massive 11-minute gameplay trailer. To top off the wave of exciting announcements, Sony Interactive Entertainment revealed a dedicated State of Play showcase focusing entirely on the title’s intense combat and deep world-building.
Whether you are a longtime fan following its development cycle or a newcomer intrigued by its lightning-fast combat, here is everything you need to know about the upcoming showcase, available editions, pre-order bonuses, and release date details.
PlayStation State of Play Dedicated to Phantom Blade Zero Set for August 17
To give players an in-depth look at what awaits them, Sony Interactive Entertainment announced a special PlayStation State of Play livestream exclusively dedicated to Phantom Blade Zero. The deep dive event will broadcast on August 17 at 7:00 p.m. PT / 10:00 p.m. ET (August 18 at 11:00 AM JST).
Fans can tune in via PlayStation’s official YouTube and Twitch channels to watch extended raw gameplay, developer commentary, and potential boss encounters. The showcase aims to highlight how the game leverages next-gen hardware to deliver fluid animations, responsiveness, and cinematic framing during combat encounters.
What is Phantom Blade Zero? Story Overview and Setting
Powered by Unreal Engine 5, Phantom Blade Zero is an action RPG that combines traditional Chinese Wuxia lore with a dark, steampunk-inspired aesthetic often referred to as “Kung-Fu Punk.”
Players take control of Soul, an elite assassin serving an elusive and powerful organization known simply as “The Order.” Framed for the murder of The Order’s patriarch and gravely injured during the ensuing hunt, Soul is saved by a mystical healer. However, the cure comes with a heavy price: the makeshift medicine only lasts for sixty-six days. With his life hanging by a thread, Soul must spend his final days hunting down the true mastermind behind the conspiracy, fighting off relentless waves of assassins, and defending his core values before time runs out.
Phantom Blade Zero Pre-Orders, Pricing, and Digital Editions
Digital Phantom Blade Zero pre-orders are officially live across all supported platforms. Players looking to secure their copy early can choose between two distinct digital packages, each featuring exclusive early unlock incentives and extra digital content.
Standard Edition ($59.99 / £54.99 / €69.99)
The Standard Edition includes the base game along with early unlock incentives for early buyers:
- Full base copy of the game
- Early Unlock: Treasure Basin Accessory
- Early Unlock: Legacy Outfit
Deluxe Edition ($69.99 / £64.99 / €79.99)
The Deluxe Edition offers the complete package for dedicated players, bundling cosmetic items and media extras alongside the early unlocks:
- Full base copy of the game
- Early Unlock: Treasure Basin Accessory
- Early Unlock: Legacy Outfit
- Deluxe Exclusive: Wulin Legend Outfit
- Deluxe Exclusive: Blood-Steel Form Outfit
- Digital Extra: Official Digital Art Book
- Digital Extra: Official Digital Soundtrack
Release Date and Supported Platforms
S-GAME confirmed that Phantom Blade Zero is scheduled to launch worldwide on October 29. The title will be available on PlayStation 5 as well as PC via Steam and the Epic Games Store. With pre-orders now live and a dedicated showcase right around the corner, action RPG enthusiasts won’t have to wait much longer to experience Soul’s sixty-six-day journey firsthand.
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