The Relic First Guardian Release Date & Platforms
Know when each version of Arsiltus arrives — and what to do while you wait.
The Relic: First Guardian has a locked headline date: July 31, 2026 for PlayStation 5 and PC via Steam. Publisher Perp Games and developer Project Cloud Games also confirmed that Xbox Series X|S and Nintendo Switch 2 versions arrive later in summer 2026, with a specific day to be announced. A physical PlayStation 5 edition follows on September 4, 2026.
This page keeps those facts in one place and explains how to prepare — wishlist, preload habits, language support, pre-order entitlements, and which wiki guides to read before launch night.
The Relic: First Guardian is Project Cloud Games’ soulslike ARPG debut, published by Perp Games. You explore Arsiltus as a Guardian wielding one of five weapon families, socketing seventy-plus Relics, and facing roughly eighty Brutals. Progression runs through twelve skill trees with defense-only stamina — a combat identity worth learning before day one.
Date history (why older articles mention May)
An earlier digital window of May 26, 2026 appeared in late-2025 messaging. In June 2026, Perp Games re-confirmed July 31, 2026 as the PC and PS5 launch across Steam, publisher posts, and the release-date trailer embedded above. If a blog still quotes May, treat it as outdated. Our launch news timeline tracks the move.
Platform matrix
| Platform | Status | Date |
|---|---|---|
| PC (Steam) | Confirmed | July 31, 2026 |
| PlayStation 5 (digital) | Confirmed | July 31, 2026 |
| PlayStation 5 (physical) | Confirmed | September 4, 2026 |
| Xbox Series X | S | Confirmed window |
| Nintendo Switch 2 | Confirmed window | Later summer 2026 |
Verify store pages through our official links before you spend money on keys from third parties.
What launches when
July 31, 2026 is the shared digital date for PC (Steam) and PS5. That is when most Guardians enter Arsiltus. Xbox Series X|S and Switch 2 players should monitor Perp Games announcements for their window — confirmed as later summer 2026 without a locked day. Physical PS5 collectors get discs September 4, 2026, roughly five weeks after digital — plan spoiler discipline accordingly.
Pre-order bonus (confirmed)
On July 12, 2026, Perp Games detailed The Night of the Unextinguished Flame pre-order pack: Sanctuary of the Forgotten Light dungeon, Sealstone of the Undying Ember, Armor of the Unextinguished Vigil, and Unextinguished Vigil Sword & Shield. Full item text and planning advice live on the pre-order bonus page. This is an entitlement pack — not a typed string on the codes page.
Steam languages
Steam lists interface and subtitle support for English, French, Italian, German, Spanish (Spain), Korean, Japanese, Portuguese (Brazil), Russian, Simplified Chinese, and Traditional Chinese, with full audio in English. This fan wiki currently offers English, French, German, and Spanish navigation — see the language switcher in the header.
System requirements (PC)
As of pre-launch store text, Steam lists specs TBC beyond a 64-bit OS note. Treat third-party “recommended PC” articles as estimates until Project Cloud Games publishes final numbers. Use our dedicated system requirements tool page for the live checklist.
Until then, prefer SSD storage, keep drivers current, and expect a day-one patch — standard for modern soulslikes. Do not trust third-party “benchmark” articles that invent GPU requirements.
What to do before July 31
- Wishlist on Steam or add to your PlayStation library lists
- Decide whether the pre-order bonus is worth your buy timing
- Read Getting Started and Controls
- Skim Combat and Parry — preferably after the July 23 deep dive notes on launch news
- Pick a starter weapon family from the weapons tier list
- Watch the countdown on the release countdown tool
- Bookmark the updates hub for day-one patch notes
Day-one expectations
Assume a patch on launch week. Budget download time, read notes on the updates hub, and rest at Tibelle’s Blessing checkpoints before rerolling your entire build over one hard Brutal. First evenings go smoother when you already understand combat stamina rules.
Cross-play and performance expectations
As of writing, treat cross-play and detailed performance targets as to be confirmed in official channels. Preview writers discussed ambition and rough edges; use the review hub for qualitative feel, not as a substitute for patch notes.
After you launch
- Follow the world and map guide for first-region routing
- Graduate to Relics and builds after your first wall
- Use Brutals when a named boss stops you cold
Related pages
Mark your calendar for July 31, keep an eye on Xbox and Switch 2 date reveals, and let this wiki turn waiting time into preparation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the most common questions.
What is The Relic: First Guardian release date?
July 31, 2026 for PC and PlayStation 5. Xbox Series and Switch 2 follow later in summer 2026.
Is there a physical edition?
Yes — a PlayStation 5 physical version is scheduled for September 4, 2026.
Was the game delayed from May 2026?
Yes. An earlier May 26 target moved to the current July 31 PC and PS5 digital launch. See [launch news](/updates/launch-news/).
Are PC system requirements available?
Steam listed detailed specs as TBC pre-launch. Track them on the [system requirements](/tools/system-requirements/) page.