The Relic: First Guardian is expanding its reach to new platforms while simultaneously lowering its price tag, a move that directly impacts buyers looking for a more affordable entry point. Perp Games is adjusting the cost and release schedule to make the title accessible to a wider audience across Xbox, PC, and the upcoming Switch 2 hardware. This dual approach of broader availability and reduced cost matters because it removes previous financial and platform barriers for players who missed the initial launch window.
Game expands to Xbox Series and Switch 2 with reduced cost
The game, developed by Project Cloud Games and published by Perp Games, is now scheduled for release on Xbox Series consoles and PC via the Microsoft Store on September 25. A separate launch date of October 9 is set for the Switch 2, giving handheld users a slightly later window to access the title. These dates mark the first time the game is officially arriving on these specific platforms, following its earlier debut on PS5 and Steam.
- Xbox Series Release Date: September 25
- Switch 2 Release Date: October 9
- PC Release Date: September 25
- Price Drop Date: August 26
- New Price: $34.99
A significant change to the commercial model occurs starting August 26, when the global price for The Relic: First Guardian drops to $34.99 across all platforms. This reduction makes the game more accessible compared to its previous full-price status. Additionally, existing owners on PC and PS5 who purchased the game at the higher price point will receive an exclusive Sealing Stone item before the price drop takes effect.
The title previously launched on PlayStation 5 and Steam on July 31, establishing a baseline for its performance and feature set on those systems. We looked at the last The Relic: First Guardian update earlier while tracking similar platform expansions, noting that balance and stability themes were central to those changes. The consistent focus on these elements suggests the developers are prioritizing a polished experience as they roll out to new hardware.
The Relic: First Guardian is confirmed to arrive on Xbox Series and PC on September 25, and on Switch 2 on October 9, with a standardized price of $34.99 effective August 26. Players who bought the game earlier on PC or PS5 will receive a bonus Sealing Stone item as a gesture to their early support. This structured rollout ensures that new and returning players can access the game on their preferred devices at a unified, lower cost.
Source: The Relic, Gematsu
