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Enter a dark wuxia world where every blade tells a story. Master fast kung fu combat, explore 30+ main weapons and 25 Phantom Edges, and follow Soul's journey through the Wulin.

Launch Oct 29, 2026PS5 & PC30+ Main Weapons25 Phantom Edges

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Your Phantom Blade Zero Journey

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Beginner Guide

New to the Wulin? Learn the essential controls, early-game progression, exploration basics, healing, equipment management, and how to survive your first encounters in Phantom Blade Zero.

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Combat & Parry Guide

Master blocking, parrying, dodging, counterattacks, and weapon combos. Learn how to read enemy attacks, manage combat pressure, and defeat challenging opponents with precise kung fu techniques.

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Weapons & Phantom Edges

Discover 30+ main weapons and 25 Phantom Edges. Learn how weapon upgrades, accessories, special techniques, and reforging work together to create powerful combat builds.

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Bosses & Difficulty Modes

Prepare for deadly Wulin bosses with attack-pattern breakdowns, combat strategies, and equipment recommendations. Understand the differences between Wayfarer, Hellwalker, and Sixty-Six Days challenges.

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What is Phantom Blade Zero?

Phantom Blade Zero is a dark wuxia action RPG developed by S-GAME Studio and powered by Unreal Engine 5. Players control Soul, a skilled warrior framed for murdering his master and left with only sixty-six days to live. Hunted across the Wulin, he must uncover a deadly conspiracy while fighting assassins, martial arts masters, and supernatural enemies.

Inspired by classic Hong Kong kung fu cinema, the game combines cinematic swordplay with a distinctive Kungfupunk world. Players can explore interconnected environments, unlock more than 30 main weapons and 25 Phantom Edges, customize combat builds, and face demanding boss encounters. Our independent community wiki helps players understand these systems and discover the secrets of the Phantom World.

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Developer

S-GAME Studio

Platform

PS5 / PC

Genre

Dark Wuxia Action RPG

Release Date

Oct 29, 2026

Main Weapons

30+

Phantom Edges

25

Supported Languages

15

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Phantom Blade Zero Release Date and Platforms

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ReleasePhantom Blade Zero launches on October 29, 2026 globally, with an October 28 unlock in the United States and select regions.
PS5Available digitally on PS5, with PS5 Pro enhancements and DualSense adaptive trigger and haptic feedback support.
SteamThe PC version is available through Steam, with an October 28, 2026 release date listed for the US storefront.
EpicThe PC version is also available through the Epic Games Store, with regional launch dates displayed on the storefront.
PhysicalPhysical Standard, Deluxe, and Ultimate editions for PlayStation 5 are scheduled for 2027.
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Phantom Blade Zero PC System Requirements

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MinimumIntel Core i7-8700K or AMD Ryzen 5 3600, GTX 1660 6GB or RX 5500 XT 8GB, and 16GB RAM. Target: 1080p at 30 FPS with upscaling enabled.
RecommendedIntel Core i5-10600K or AMD Ryzen 5 5600X, RTX 3060 Ti 8GB or RX 6700 XT 12GB, and 16GB RAM. Target: 1440p at 60 FPS with upscaling enabled.
Ray TracingThe NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 8GB is recommended for ray tracing at 1080p and 60 FPS with upscaling enabled.
Path TracingThe NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 16GB is recommended for path tracing at 2160p and 60 FPS with upscaling enabled.
StorageWindows 10 or 11 64-bit, DirectX 12, and SSD storage are required for the PC configurations.
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StandardPriced at $59.99 USD on the US PlayStation Store and includes the complete base game.
DeluxePriced at $69.99 USD on the US PlayStation Store and includes the base game, Wulin Legend and Blood-Steel Form exclusive appearances, a digital artbook, and a digital soundtrack.
Treasure BasinA pre-order early-unlock accessory that increases Remnant Dust drop rate by 10%. It can also be obtained through normal gameplay progression.
LegacyA pre-order early-unlock appearance included with both editions. The outfit can also be obtained through in-game progression.
Deluxe OutfitsWulin Legend and Blood-Steel Form are the two exclusive appearances included in the Digital Deluxe Edition.
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Phantom Blade Zero Beginner Guide

Start Phantom Blade Zero with practical beginner tips covering difficulty selection, defensive combat, weapon switching, and exploration. Learn how to manage Sha-Chi, experiment with equipment, and avoid overlooking side quests that may reveal additional story paths.

1Choose a suitable difficulty. Wayfarer emphasizes accessible, cinematic combat, Pathbreaker provides the standard challenge, and Hellwalker introduces more advanced enemy behavior.
2Learn to block, parry, and dodge. On PS5, L1 is used for guarding, while properly timed defensive actions can create opportunities for powerful counterattacks.
3Watch your Sha-Chi resource during combat. Blocking and powerful attacks consume this resource, while switching to your second equipped primary weapon restores it.
4Experiment with different primary weapons and Phantom Edges. Weapon combinations, accessories, and upgrades allow you to adjust your combat approach against different enemies.
5Explore optional routes and complete side quests. The Wulin contains hidden discoveries, and certain side quests can unlock additional story paths.
6Reforge upgraded weapons when changing your build. The reforging system returns invested upgrade materials so they can be used on different equipment.
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Phantom Blade Zero Weapons and Phantom Edges

Explore Phantom Blade Zero's weapon systems, from primary swords to secondary Phantom Edges. Learn how weapons unlock through combat and how upgrades and accessories support different fighting styles.

PrimaryMore than 30 main weapons offer distinct movesets and combat techniques that can be combined into customized fighting styles.
Phantom EdgesSoul can equip 25 secondary weapons called Phantom Edges. These unconventional tools and weapons expand his combat options.
SanguineSoul's starting sword gives you an early foundation for learning sword-based combat.
Chain SickleA chained-blade weapon associated with The Hunt that can be used in combat and as a grappling tool during exploration.
RangedBows and cannon-style weapons add ranged attacks, and some combat builds can incorporate summons.
ReforgingWeapons can be upgraded and combined with accessories. Reforging allows invested upgrade materials to be recovered and allocated to other weapons.
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Phantom Blade Zero Combat Guide

Learn how blocking, parrying, dodging, Sha-Chi management, weapon switching, and Phantom Edges work together in Phantom Blade Zero's fast kung fu combat.

1Begin by observing enemy attack patterns. Use the guard mechanic to defend against incoming strikes while watching for opportunities to counterattack.
2Practice timing your parries. Successful parries prevent the Sha-Chi drain associated with ordinary blocking and can create openings against aggressive opponents.
3Dodge attacks that cannot be blocked, including attacks signaled by red flashes. Well-timed defensive actions create opportunities to reposition and counterattack.
4Manage the Sha-Chi meter. Guarding and powerful weapon attacks consume Sha-Chi, so repeatedly blocking without managing this resource can leave Soul vulnerable.
5Switch between equipped primary weapons during combos. Weapon switching restores Sha-Chi, allowing you to continue attacking while changing your available moveset.
6Incorporate Phantom Edges into combat. Their specialized properties can provide ranged attacks, heavy strikes, or other tactical options depending on the equipped weapon.
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Phantom Blade Zero Bosses

Meet Phantom Blade Zero bosses across the Wulin, including the Seven Stars, The Hunt, and Hua Qianxiao. Learn their attack styles, multi-phase encounters, and how to prepare for each fight.

Seven StarsSeven swordsmen alternate between coordinated group assaults and individual attacks, changing tactics during the fight.
String PuppetThe second phase of the Seven Stars encounter. Surviving disciples manipulate their leader using crimson threads, creating erratic aerial movements and unpredictable attacks.
The HuntA former comrade who confronts Soul early in the story, including a fight involving a speeding wagon. He wields a Chain Sickle.
Hua QianxiaoA sword-focused boss who uses a drunken blade style. His weapon gains strength through Tipsy or Drunk states.
Lion-DanceA lion-dance-inspired opponent with flame-based attacks and a later phase built around faster martial-arts combat.
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Phantom Blade Zero Difficulty Modes

Compare Phantom Blade Zero's four revealed difficulty modes and choose the experience that best matches your combat skills. Learn the differences between story-focused play, adaptive enemy challenges, and the special Sixty-Six Days mode.

WayfarerThe accessible, story-focused difficulty designed to deliver an intuitive and cinematic kung fu experience with a gentler combat challenge.
PathbreakerThe standard difficulty setting, positioned between Wayfarer and Hellwalker, providing the game's normal combat challenge.
HellwalkerAn advanced difficulty featuring more adaptive enemy intelligence and fighting-game-inspired combat mechanics. Enemies can react to positioning, missed attacks, and repeated player habits.
Sixty-Six DaysA special challenge mode unlocked after completing a playthrough. It combines Hellwalker-level combat difficulty with a 66-day limit where each defeat costs one day, and reaching zero results in permanent death for that run.
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