""We actually got some pretty good advice from the Expedition 33 team, and I agree with it. Their advice is to delete things. To cut things off if we don't have enough confidence in the content, and if we only have limited time," S-Game CEO and Phantom Blade director Soulframe Liang tells Inverse, "We're always looking back to our game, not only because time and resources are limited, but because if we have too much unnecessary content, it will dilute the core experience.""
"Liang: Let's take an example - the Dancing Lion in the release date trailer. The Lion, the original Lion, the spirit is supposed to bring good fortune, hope, something for celebration, like in spring festivals. So it's very traditional, two guys are underneath and they dance with the Lion. But our Lion is something different"
Phantom Blade Zero, revealed in 2023, has drawn significant attention for its dark "kung fu punk" action design and strong gameplay. Developer S-Game announced an official release date of September 9, 2026 at The Game Awards and has maintained a transparent public approach. The studio received advice from Expedition 33 to remove uncertain or unnecessary content to protect the core experience and manage limited time and resources. The game emphasizes stylistic reinterpretation of traditional elements, exemplified by a reimagined Dancing Lion, while the developer expresses confidence in meeting the announced launch timeline.
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