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This page answers common questions about The Relic: First Guardian using confirmed pre-launch information. Answers will be updated as more is revealed and after the game launches.
General
Question | Answer |
|---|---|
When does it release? | July 31, 2026 on PC and PlayStation 5. |
Who is making it? | Developed by Project Cloud Games, a South Korean studio, and published by Perp Games. |
What genre is it? | A dark fantasy action RPG with soulslike combat, with action RPG influences. |
Is it single-player or multiplayer? | Single-player. |
Is it free to play? | No. It is a paid title, with both digital and physical releases planned. |
What platforms does it support? | PC and PlayStation 5 at launch, with Xbox Series and Nintendo Switch 2 announced to follow later in summer 2026. This wiki documents the PC version. |
Does it support controllers? | Yes. It has full controller support and a gamepad is recommended. |
Gameplay
Question | Answer |
|---|---|
How does character progression work? | There are no traditional levels. You grow by collecting Relics (Runes), along with items and crafting. |
What are Relics? | Fragments imbued with the memories and emotions of those who lived before. Each carries one of over 70 unique passive effects, and equipping them defines your build. |
How does stamina work? | Stamina is reserved for defence and dodging. Attacking does not use stamina. |
Do skills cost resources? | No. Skills run on cooldowns rather than a mana or resource pool. |
How many weapons and skill trees are there? | Five weapon types and twelve exclusive skill trees, which can be blended into a custom class. |
How many bosses are there? | Up to 80, referred to as brutals, each with its own tragic story. |
Is the loot randomised? | No. Every weapon and armour piece is unique and exists only once in the game world. |
Languages
The game supports English with full audio, along with French, Italian, German, Spanish (Spain), and Korean among its listed languages.