PlayStation 5 is getting a new tactical RPG in 2027. Guild Saga: Vanished WorldsPS5 has officially received a release window, with a new trailer giving a closer look at its combat and exploration.
Developer Ocelot Technologies confirmed the news through the PlayStation Blog on November 13. The story follows a Heroes Guild recruit whose first mission takes an unexpected turn. A mysterious maelstrom strands the party on an unfamiliar island. Players must explore the surrounding archipelago while facing dangerous creatures, suspicious alchemists, and other challenges.
The game will arrive on PS5 in May 2027, alongside its full PC release. Its Steam Early Access journey began on October 10, 2024.
Check out the Guild Saga: Vanished Worlds announcement trailer (watch more trailers)
What to expect from Guild Saga: Vanished Worlds on PS5?
Guild Saga: Vanished Worlds combines flexible character development, tactical combat, and story-driven exploration. Instead of using a fixed class system, the game lets players create heroes with different backgrounds, talents, and abilities. They can combine skills from different disciplines to build characters around their preferred playstyles.
The game features approximately 200 skills across 10 disciplines. Players can heal teammates, summon creatures, manipulate the environment, and reposition characters during battles. Weather and surface effects also influence encounters, adding another layer to combat strategy.
For example, players can summon a mandrake using Geomancer skills and strengthen it with Hydromancer abilities. They can then use Aeromancer magic to electrify nearby puddles. This combination can turn the surrounding environment into a tactical advantage.
Companions also have their own stories and personal quests. Players can customize their equipment, attributes, and abilities. Conversations and shared experiences can build friendships or lead to romantic relationships.
Exploration offers plenty beyond the main storyline. Players can investigate murder mysteries, hunt monsters for bounty money, and uncover alchemical conspiracies. They can also gather reipment
Hidden treasures, puzzles, ancient books, and forgotten notes offer more discoveries across the islands. The developers have also confirmed that the May 2027 PC launch will include previous content updates, including the Gladeheim Fighting Pits and Arborea region.
