The Relic: First Guardian PS5 – Dark Fantasy Action RPG, Up to 80 Bosses, 70+ Relic Effects, Five Weapon Types, Physical Edition

The Relic First Guardian PS5 is the boxed PlayStation 5 edition of The Relic: First Guardian, a dark fantasy action RPG inspired by Korean folklore, developed by Project Cloud Games and published by Perp Games, the publishing arm of Perpetual Europe. You explore the ruined land of Arsilthus, collect Relics that hold the memories of people who lived before, and face up to 80 bosses. This is the European disc with a PEGI 16 rating, sold new by Totot.

The World of The Relic First Guardian PS5

The game is set in Arsilthus, a world left in ruins after a great relic was destroyed. You play as the last hope for this land. Relics, described by the publisher as fragments of the emotions and wishes of people who lived before, whisper through the wasteland, and you gather them to honour those memories and slowly rebuild the world. Perp Games presents the story as a dark, gritty take on Korean tales, and the game was made over six years by a core team of about a dozen people at Project Cloud Games.

According to the launch press release, the world is semi-open and split into three regions. You are not walking a straight corridor, yet the map is not a sprawling open world either, which keeps exploration focused.

Combat Built Around Stamina and Cooldowns

The combat system is the part of The Relic First Guardian PS5 that sets it apart from many soulslike games. Attacking does not drain stamina. Stamina is kept for defence and dodging, so you can stay aggressive while still having to manage when you block or roll away. Skills run on cooldowns rather than on a mana or resource bar, which encourages you to chain abilities and adapt your plan during a fight instead of waiting to refill a gauge.

There are five weapon types and twelve exclusive skill trees. Each weapon and armour piece exists only once in the game world and carries its own history, so finding gear is also a way to learn more about Arsilthus.

Relics, Builds and Progression

In The Relic First Guardian PS5, character progression revolves around the Relics themselves. The PlayStation Store lists more than 70 passive Relic effects that change how skills behave, the tempo of combat and the style of each weapon. You equip them to shape a build that matches the way you like to fight, whether that means fast pressure, heavy hits or a careful defensive approach.

Because skills and passives interact, two players can finish the same boss with very different set-ups. This gives the game room for experimentation on a second run.

Up to 80 Bosses in The Relic First Guardian PS5

Boss fights are the highlight. The publisher promises up to 80 tough bosses, called Brutals in the launch announcement, each with its own mechanics and lore. Many of them are shaped by starvation, curses and forgotten memories, and every encounter doubles as a small quest to uncover the story behind the creature. Expect to learn patterns, adjust your build and try again.

Why Choose the PS5 Disc

The Relic First Guardian PS5 version launched on 31 July 2026 as the first console release, and the boxed copy followed in September according to the publisher’s press release. The PlayStation Store lists one player, offline play and DualSense vibration support. The UK store shows a PEGI 16 rating, which matches the label on this European box, so the provisional rating on early supplier material has now been confirmed.

Digital pre-order items listed on the PlayStation Store, such as the Night of the Unextinguished Flame pack, were tied to digital pre-orders; the publisher does not say they are included with the disc. You need a PS5 that reads discs, either a standard model or a Digital Edition fitted with the separate drive.

Who This Is Not For

The Relic First Guardian PS5 is rated PEGI 16, so it is not suitable for younger players. It is single-player only, with no co-op or online mode listed, so it will not suit anyone looking for a shared adventure. Players who dislike demanding, pattern-based boss fights may find it frustrating, as difficult bosses are the core of the design. The publisher has not published a full language list for the European disc; English is listed on the PlayStation Store, but Arabic is not mentioned anywhere. It also will not run on PS4.

Ordering in the UAE

Order The Relic First Guardian PS5 from Totot and the game reaches any address in the UAE in up to 3 business days, with free delivery on orders of AED 300 and above. A copy that is defective or does not match your order can be returned within 14 days. If the box shows damage from shipping, report it to us within 48 hours. Payment options are cash on delivery, Tabby or Tamara.

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Technical Specifications

• Title: The Relic: First Guardian
• Platform: PlayStation 5 (PS5)
• Edition / region: Physical disc, European edition (PEGI)
• Publisher: Perp Games (Perpetual Europe)
• Developer: Project Cloud Games
• Genre: Action RPG, dark fantasy
• Players: 1 (offline play supported)
• Age rating: PEGI 16
• Release date: 31 July 2026 (PS5 launch); boxed edition from 4 September 2026 per the publisher’s UK press release
• Bosses: Up to 80
• Weapon types / skill trees: 5 / 12
• Controller features: DualSense vibration
• Warranty: 1-year warranty from Totot

FAQ

Is The Relic First Guardian PS5 single-player?

Yes. The PlayStation Store lists it as a 1-player game, and no co-op or online mode is announced.

How many bosses are there?

80 is the maximum the publisher states, with each boss having its own mechanics and story.

Is the age rating final?

Yes. The UK PlayStation Store lists PEGI 16 for the PS5 version.

Does the game include English?

Yes. English is listed on the PlayStation Store, but the publisher does not publish a full language list for the European disc.

Is the pre-order DLC pack in the box?

No, not according to official sources. The pack was listed as a digital pre-order item, and the publisher does not mention it for the boxed copy.

Can I play The Relic First Guardian PS5 offline?

Yes. The PlayStation Store lists offline play as enabled.

How long is The Relic First Guardian PS5?

The publisher does not publish an official play time.