Get ready for Phantom Blade Zero, boasting four difficulty settings and exciting gameplay features! This 2025 release promises a thrilling experience. Read on for the latest development updates.
Debunking the Soulslike Label: Difficulty Options and Gameplay Vision
Phantom Blade Zero will offer four difficulty levels: Easy, Ordinary, Difficult, and Extremely Difficult. While its visuals and combat initially drew comparisons to Soulslike games, the inclusion of adjustable difficulty sets it apart. Game Director Soulframe clarified on Twitter that the game isn't designed to be a Soulslike, aiming instead for "combo-driven, heart-pumping combat that is hectic, rewarding, and exhilarating."
The game's dark aesthetic and challenging boss fights did inspire Soulslike comparisons, but Soulframe confirmed that the inspiration ends with the multi-layered maps and multiple approach paths. He described the gameplay as a blend of "Ninja Gaiden Combat on a Souls Game Map," combining fast-paced action with extensive exploration.
Extensive Weapon Arsenal, Lengthy Playtime, and Innovative Boss Fights
Recent interviews revealed further details: Players can choose from over 30 primary and 20 secondary weapons, each with unique combat properties. Expect a 20-30 hour main story campaign, complemented by an additional 20-30 hours of side content.
Boss battles feature at least two phases, with a convenient restart option from the second phase if you fall in the second phase. A "Li Wulin" mode lets you rematch defeated bosses, potentially unlocking hidden challenges. A mysterious mechanic is said to influence the game's ending, hinting at multiple possible conclusions.
"Year of the Snake" Gameplay Trailer and Future Announcements
The recently released "Year of the Snake Gameplay Trailer" showcases Soul, the protagonist, battling the "Chief Disciple of The Seven Stars." The trailer also highlights weapons like the "Weapon No.13 Soft Snake Sword" and "Weapon No.27 White Serpent and Crimson Viper." While a release date is expected in 2025, Soulframe teased further exciting announcements and unrevealed content on the official Twitter (X) page.
Phantom Blade Zero is currently in development for PlayStation 5, with a PC release planned. Stay tuned for official release date announcements and further updates on our Phantom Blade Zero page.
