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The Relic: First Guardian launch trailer – dark fantasy action RPG appears on Nintendo Switch 2
A launch trailer has been released for The Relic: First Guardian, a dark fantasy action RPG developed by Project Cloud Games and published by Perp Games, ahead of its debut on the Nintendo Switch 2. The game features fast-paced combat, a semi-open world inspired by Korean folklore, and over 80 unique boss encounters.
The Relic: First Guardian Launches On Xbox
The Relic: First Guardian, a dark fantasy action-RPG inspired by Korean folklore, has launched on Xbox Series X|S and PC for £29.99. The game features a unique combat system that reserves stamina for defensive actions and boasts up to 80 boss encounters. A DLC pack, The Night of the Unextinguished Flame, is also available.
The Relic: First Guardian Showcases Combat and Environmental Storytelling in New Trailer
A new 13-minute trailer for The Relic: First Guardian showcases its combat and environmental storytelling, drawing inspiration from Korean folktales. The game, set to release on July 31st, will feature slow-paced, heavy combat and dungeon-crawling segments across PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and Nintendo Switch.
Urban-Occult Action Roguelite ‘7Trials’ Officially Announced by Newcore Games
Newcore Games has officially announced 7Trials, a top-down action roguelite featuring hack-and-slash combat and online co-op for up to four players, inspired by Korean afterlife folklore. The game blends urban-occult aesthetics with traditional mythology, set in a school transformed into a realm between the living world and the afterlife. Players control Yeoubi, a temporary Reaper, tasked with surviving seven trials over 49 days to uncover secrets and free trapped souls.
The Final Chapter Unfolds In The Coma 3: Bloodlines
The Coma 3: Bloodlines, the final installment in the survival horror series, has been released on Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation, and PC for £11.99. Developed by Dvora Studio and published by Headup, this 2D horror game emphasizes stealth and evasion as players navigate an eerie mirror dimension inspired by South Korean folklore. The game introduces three playable characters whose stories intertwine to conclude the long-running narrative.
The Relic: First Guardian coming to Switch 2 in 2026
The dark fantasy action RPG The Relic: First Guardian is slated for release on Nintendo Switch 2 in 2026, with PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, and PC versions launching on May 26. Publisher Perp Games highlighted the ambitious technical milestone for the Switch 2 version, noting the community's passion for challenging RPGs. The game features combat inspired by Korean folklore, challenging boss encounters, and environmental exploration for progression.
