Phantom Blade Zero, the Awesome PS5 Action Game from PS Showcase, Sounds Too Good to Be True
While the big PS Showcase this week was ultimately a bit of a disappointment, there were some awesome PS5 games in it – and one title which particularly caught the eye was Phantom Blade Zero, the high-octane Chinese action game with the less than stellar voice acting. This is being developed by a team called S-GAME, which has previously worked on a bunch of mobile games. In fact, believe it or not, this is not the first Phantom Blade – there are others available for smartphones.
That obviously makes the leap in quality here remarkable, but many have already noted that the gameplay in the trailer doesn’t look quite right – almost like it’s animations without any actual controller input. In a Discord Q&A recapped by Twisted Pixel, the developer assured it was real gameplay utilising cinematic camera angles, but it went on to raise more questions. For example, it reckons the release – which has only been in development since 2022 – will have a full 30-40 hour story. Okay, that’s fair enough – but it doesn’t end there!
For example, the team says there’ll be plenty to keep you coming back once you’ve polished off the plot, including – wait for it – a full multiplayer mode, roguelike missions, dungeons, and several side-quests. Oh, and by the way, it says it’s also utilising a “semi-open world” structure that it reckons will allow you to approach the content in unique ways, without having to traverse vast expanses of terrain.
So it sounds good, then, but is it legit? Well, with respect, this wouldn’t be the first Chinese title to make a remarkable first impression and then never actually appear to make much meaningful progress. Do you remember the likes of Lost Soul Aside and Black Myth: Wukong, for example? S-GAME’s really promising a lot here, and we sincerely hope it all comes together. For now, though, consider us extremely sceptical.
PlayStation5 fans were delighted to hear the exciting news about Phantom Blade Zero, at the PlayStation 5 Showcase event. This upcoming action game has certainly grabbed the attention of gamers, with its thrilling features and breathtaking visuals.
The game is set in a mysterious world called Zillon, a fantasy-driven RPG. The main character is an adventurer known as Gichimu, and players fight their way through levels that have been described as a blend of “modern and feudal weaponry”.
The game’s robotics-themed environment and incredible graphics are a feast for the eye. According to the PlayStation 5 Showcase, it’s going to be one of the most detailed and realistic games ever released on the console. It takes full advantage of the DualSense controller, with a full suite of special effects and immersive sound design.
The game also invites a unique approach to combat. Players get to fight through levels with an array of robotic armors called Phoenix Arms. These powerful weapons can be upgraded and customized to fit the player’s style, allowing them to create their own style of play.
PlatinumGames, the developer behind Phantom Blade Zero, has also confirmed a seasonal release structure. This means that there will be new content added periodically, keeping things fresh and exciting.
All in all, Phantom Blade Zero sounds like a dream come true for any PS5 owner. With its captivating visuals, special effects and intense gameplay, this game looks set to be a smash hit. Fans will have to wait and see when it’s released, but it looks like it’s well worth the wait.
