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The Relic: First Guardian is a dark fantasy action RPG set in the apocalyptic realm of Arsilthus. Read on to learn about its release date, platforms, and announcement history.
The Relic: First Guardian Release Date and Time
Released July 31, 2026
The Relic: First Guardian released on July 31, 2026 for PlayStation 5, and PC via Steam. It will also launch on Xbox Series X|S and Nintendo Switch 2 later this year. We’ll update this article when more information comes out!
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The Relic: First Guardian Overview
The Relic: First Guardian is a dark fantasy action RPG developed by Project Cloud Games and published by Perp Games. Players take the role of the last guardian in the apocalyptic realm of Arsilthus, tasked with recovering the lost memories or Relics to restore the world.
This Korean-inspired RPG features over 80 boss encounters and a unique relic-based progression that forgoes the traditional XP allocation system. Instead, players can customize their builds using 70 Relics that range from modifying attack tempos, reducing skill cooldowns, boosting defense, or adding elemental effects.
Is The Relic: First Guardian on Xbox Game Pass?
No, The Relic: First Guardian has not been announced for Xbox Game Pass.
Is The Relic: First Guardian on PS Plus?
No, The Relic: First Guardian has not been announced for PS Plus.
Is The Relic: First Guardian on Nintendo Switch Online?
No, The Relic: First Guardian has not been announced for the Nintendo Switch Online service.
Announcement History
2026
July 31, 2026 | PC and PS5 Release
The Relic: First Guardian officially released for PC and PlayStation 5.
June 15, 2026 | Final Release Date and Switch 2 Reveal
A new trailer locked in the final release date for July 31, 2026 on PC and PS5. The update also confirmed that Xbox Series X|S and Nintendo Switch 2 versions would follow later in Summer 2026.
2025
December 18, 2025 | Partnership and Official Title Reveal
UK-based publisher Perp Games announced a global publishing deal with Project Cloud Games. The title was officially finalized as The Relic: First Guardian, and a launch date of May 26, 2026 was originally slated for PS5 and PC.
2020
December 30, 2020 | First Revealed
The Relic: First Guardian was first revealed by Project Cloud Games on December 30, 2020, under the name Project Relic.
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