The Relic: First Guardian Release Date – Confirmed for July 31, 2026

Update Date and Release Window

The Relic: First Guardian is officially scheduled to launch on July 31, 2026, according to its Steam store page. As of July 28, 2026, the game is set to unlock in approximately three days.

This release date is confirmed by the publisher, Perp Games, and the developer, Project Cloud Games. The Steam listing, which serves as the primary official source, has displayed this date consistently since the page was last updated.

Changes from Earlier Plans

Confirmed Delay from May 2026

Earlier reports indicated that The Relic: First Guardian was initially targeting a May 26, 2026 release. However, the game was delayed to Summer 2026, as reported by RPG Site. The current July 31 date aligns with that revised summer window.

Verified facts:

• Original planned release: May 26, 2026 (per RPG Site).
• Official delay announced: Summer 2026 (per RPG Site).
• Current confirmed release: July 31, 2026 (per Steam store page).

This change is an official delay, not a community rumor. No further delays have been announced as of July 28, 2026.

No Other Confirmed Changes

Beyond the release date shift, no other changes to the game’s content, features, or system requirements have been officially documented. The Steam page lists system requirements as “Specs TBC,” meaning minimum and recommended specifications have not been finalized.

What could not be verified: Any changes to gameplay mechanics, boss counts, relic systems, or story content between the original May window and the July date. No official patch notes or developer changelogs have been published.

Player Impact

What This Means for You

• Pre-order and wishlist status: The game is not yet available for purchase on Steam. Players can add it to their wishlist to receive a notification when it becomes available.
• Platform availability: The game is listed for PC via Steam and on PlayStation Store. Xbox has a store listing, and broader platform listings mention Xbox Series X|S and Nintendo Switch 2, but players should verify each storefront for local timing before purchase.
• Language support: Full English audio and interface, with subtitles in 10 languages including Korean, Japanese, and Simplified Chinese.
• Mature content: The developers note frequent violence or gore and general mature content. The game is not rated for all ages.

What to Expect at Launch

Based on the Steam page, players can expect:

• A single-player, Korean-inspired action RPG with Souls-like combat.
• Over 70 passive relic effects that modify skills and combat tempo.
• Five weapon types and twelve skill trees.
• Boss encounters and build systems described in official and preview coverage, with exact launch content still best verified after release.

Related Guides

No related guides are available at this time. Once the game launches, guides for relic builds, boss strategies, and weapon skill trees will be linked here.

Frequently Asked Questions

When does The Relic: First Guardian come out?

July 31, 2026 is the current listed date on Steam and major game listings. Check your platform storefront for local unlock timing.

Was The Relic: First Guardian delayed?

Yes. The game was originally scheduled for May 26, 2026, but was delayed to Summer 2026. The current listed date is July 31, 2026.

Is The Relic: First Guardian on Xbox?

An Xbox store listing exists, while PC and PlayStation storefronts are the clearest current launch references. Treat exact platform timing as storefront-specific until launch.

What are the system requirements?

System requirements are listed as “Specs TBC” on Steam. Minimum and recommended specs have not been published yet.