Phantom Blade Zero: Release Date, Platforms, Price and What "Kungfupunk" Means
By Virginia Viadas
Quick answer: Phantom Blade Zero launches October 29, 2026 on PS5 and PC (Steam and Epic Games Store). The Standard Edition costs $59.99 and the Digital Deluxe Edition costs $69.99. It is a single-player action RPG from Chinese studio S-GAME, set in a style the developers call "Kungfupunk": wuxia martial arts combined with steampunk machinery and dark fantasy.
When does Phantom Blade Zero come out?
The official release date is October 29, 2026, although PlayStation and Steam list October 28 in the US and some other regions. In US Pacific Time, the game unlocks at 7:00 PM on October 28. epiccarrylagofast
The game was delayed once. S-GAME first revealed the date at The Game Awards 2025 and set it for September 9 (9/9), a date chosen to represent a "reversal of fate" tied to the protagonist's 66-day countdown. It was later pushed back 50 days to allow more visual and environmental polish. captain-carryepiccarry
What platforms is Phantom Blade Zero on?
| Platform | Store | Available at launch |
|---|---|---|
| PlayStation 5 (PS5 Pro Enhanced) | PlayStation Store | Yes |
| PC | Steam, Epic Games Store | Yes |
| Xbox Series X|S | — | No (console exclusivity window) |
| Nintendo Switch 2 | — | Not announced |
Sources: PlayStation Store, Steam, EpicCarry.
The game launches on PS5 and PC at the same time, and other console versions cannot arrive for at least 12 months. epiccarry
What is "Kungfupunk"?
Kungfupunk is S-GAME's name for the game's visual and narrative identity. It combines Chinese martial arts with steampunk machinery, a cyberpunk edge and body modification. In practice, the game uses traditional wuxia elements such as sword schools, assassins and blood oaths, and places them in a world of mechanical limbs, industrial decay and dark fantasy. captain-carry
That positioning is what sets it apart from other action RPGs. S-GAME describes it as a combination of classic wuxia storytelling and fast action built on Unreal Engine 5. steampowered
What is the story?
You play as Soul. He is framed for his leader's murder and stabbed through the heart by his own blood brother, then revived by the mysterious Flesh Sculptor with only 66 days to live. The game is single-player, and its side quests can affect the main story. captain-carryg2a
How does combat work?
- Weapon variety: more than 30 weapons and over 20 "Phantom Edges" (secondary weapons) that you can mix and match, each with its own movesets, skills and ultimate abilities. gamewatcher
- Pace: fast combos, parries, dodges, weapon switching, finishers and boss fights. g2a
- Difficulty: the Hellwalker mode rewards stylish play over punishment. g2a
How much does Phantom Blade Zero cost?
| Content | Standard ($59.99) | Digital Deluxe ($69.99) |
|---|---|---|
| Full game | ✓ | ✓ |
| Treasure Basin accessory (pre-order) | ✓ | ✓ |
| Legacy outfit (pre-order) | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wulin Legend outfit | — | ✓ |
| Blood-Steel Form outfit | — | ✓ |
| Digital artbook + soundtrack | — | ✓ |
Sources: PlayStation Store, Steam.
Pre-order bonuses: the Treasure Basin accessory raises the Remnant Dust drop rate by 10%, and the Legacy outfit is included. Both are early unlocks, not exclusives: you can also earn them through normal gameplay. playstationepiccarry
Neither edition includes early access to the full game. A physical edition has not been confirmed: S-GAME and Sony have only announced digital editions, and the China-only Collector's Edition contains a download code. gamesphantombladezerodb
If you are following this fall's big releases, see our coverage of Gears of War: E-Day's release date, editions and early access, which launches the same month on Xbox and PC.
FAQ
When does Phantom Blade Zero come out?
October 29, 2026 worldwide. In the US it unlocks on October 28 at 7:00 PM PT.
Is Phantom Blade Zero coming to Xbox?
Not at launch. The PS5 version has a 12-month console exclusivity window.
Is Phantom Blade Zero a Soulslike?
It shares elements with the genre, such as bosses, parries and upgrade currency. However, it is built around faster, combo-driven wuxia combat, and its Hellwalker difficulty mode rewards style.
Is Phantom Blade Zero multiplayer?
No. It is a single-player, story-driven action RPG.
Is the Digital Deluxe Edition worth it?
Only if you care about cosmetics and extras. The $10 difference buys two outfits, a digital artbook and the soundtrack. It does not include extra gameplay or early access.