Guide category
Beginner Guides
Confirmed introductory information and practical references for players starting their first journey.
Published guides
Summaries of public sources, with evidence status, verification dates and links for each guide.
Pre-release official information; not tested by this site in the retail game.
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Release date, platforms and regional time differences
The announced release date is October 29, 2026 on PS5 and PC. October 28 appears in some regions, so check both the storefront and its time zone.
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PC minimum and recommended specs, including the SSD requirement
Both published tiers require 16 GB RAM, DirectX 12 and an SSD. Their frame-rate targets assume upscaling; they should not be read as native-resolution guarantees.
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Standard vs Deluxe Edition and pre-order bonuses
Both editions include the game. Digital Deluxe adds two exclusive appearances, an artbook and the soundtrack. Early item unlocks should not be confused with early access to play.
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Official combat basics: dodging, defense, counters and weapons
Official text confirms dodging, deflecting, countering and two weapon categories. Exact inputs, timing windows and retail behavior still need to be checked against the in-game tutorials.
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Day-one patch: how to check for the reported 5 GB update
IT Home reports that the producer announced an approximately 5 GB update targeting ray tracing, path tracing and bug fixes. Check your own platform for delivery.
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NVIDIA drivers 617.42 and 621.01: two pre-launch recommendations
IT Home reports the producer found some instability with 621.01 and favored 617.42 in testing, while NVIDIA recommends its newer Game Ready driver.
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Choosing a difficulty: Wayfarer, Hellwalker and Sixty-Six Days
S-GAME's pre-release overview presents Wayfarer for story-focused players, Hellwalker for greater challenge and Sixty-Six Days as a demanding option.