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Rumoured Phantom Blade Zero PS5 Demo Nowhere to Be Seen After State of Play Deep Dive
Push Square • • technology
Key Points:
- The recent Phantom Blade Zero State of Play broadcast did not announce a playable demo for PS5, despite previous reports of a demo appearing on the PlayStation Store.
- The broadcast, partly hosted by martial arts star Donnie Yen, showcased about 20 minutes of gameplay and cutscenes, highlighting the game's story, characters, world, progression, and combat.
- Difficulty modes range from the accessible "Wayfarer" to the punishing "66 Days," which includes a permanent game over if the player loses all 66 lives, with enemy AI adapting to player behavior on higher difficulties.
- The stream concluded with a trailer emphasizing PS5 features like adaptive triggers, haptic feedback, and 3D audio, as Phantom Blade Zero is a timed PS5 exclusive backed by Sony.
- While the game looks promising, some footage appeared choppy, raising concerns about technical performance, though final judgment is difficult based on the broadcast alone.
