The Relic: First Guardian launches July 31 for PS5 and PC, later this summer for Xbox Series and Switch 2
A new 'soulslike' game from *The Relic* developers is set to launch July 31—here’s the platform rollout timeline
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The brief
*The Relic: First Guardian*, a highly anticipated action RPG from the creators of *The Surge* and *The Relic*, will launch on **July 31, 2026**, for **PlayStation 5 and PC**, according to coverage from *Noisy Pixel*, *Wccftech*, *GameGPU*, and *Gematsu*. The game is described as a 'soulslike,' suggesting a challenging combat system and deep progression mechanics.
No additional details on pricing, gameplay, or multiplayer features have been disclosed beyond the platform-specific rollout. The announcement follows months of speculation about the studio’s return to single-player action RPGs.
Watch for **pre-order announcements**, potential **beta tests**, or **trailer drops** in the coming weeks. Fans should also monitor for **performance benchmarks** on next-gen consoles, given the game’s likely demands on hardware.
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Quick answers
When does *The Relic: First Guardian* launch?
July 31, 2026, for PS5 and PC. Xbox Series and Switch 2 versions are planned for later in summer 2026.
Is this game a sequel to *The Relic* (2016) or *The Surge*?
Coverage does not specify a direct connection to prior *The Relic* titles, but it is developed by the same studio and labeled a 'soulslike' action RPG.
Will there be cross-play between platforms?
Cross-play details have not been announced. Coverage only confirms platform-specific release dates.
Coverage (7)
- The Relic: First Guardian Hittin PC, PS5 End of July RPGamer · 138d ago
- The Relic: First Guardian Launches July 31st for PS5 and PC, New Trailer Showcases Intense Combat GamingBolt · 138d ago
- The Relic: First Guardian launches on July 31 for PS5 and PC, later for Xbox and Switch 2 RPG Site · 138d ago
- The Relic: First Guardian Launches This July for PS5 and PC; Xbox and Switch 2 Version Planned for Summer Noisy Pixel · 138d ago
- Soulslike Game The Relic: First Guardian Sets July 31 PC and PS5 Launch, with Xbox and Switch 2 to Follow Wccftech · 138d ago
- The creators of The Relic First Guardian have confirmed the game's release date for PlayStation 5. GameGPU · 138d ago
- The Relic: First Guardian launches July 31 for PS5 and PC, later this summer for Xbox Series and Switch 2 Gematsu · 138d ago
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