Phantom Blade Zero has more than 30 main weapons plus 25 secondary weapons called Phantom Edges, so roughly 55 in total. That’s S-GAME’s own count from its State of Play post on the PlayStation Blog. The Steam page still says “over 30 primary weapons and more than 20 unique Phantom Edges.” Soul carries two main weapons and two Phantom Edges at a time, and most of them are taken from bosses he defeats.
S-GAME hasn’t published a full in-game list. The game unlocks on October 29 at 02:00 UTC (7 pm PT on October 28) on PS5 and PC. Until then, the only weapon names come from official trailers and the reviews that went live on October 26. This page lists every weapon those sources name and labels each one with its source. We haven’t added names from unofficial wikis.
- Main weapons: 30, or “more than 30” in S-GAME’s wording, split into One-Handed, Two-Handed and Dual Wield.
- Phantom Edges: 25 (PlayStation Blog, August 2026). The Steam page and an October interview with the director give about 20.
- Loadout: 2 main weapons plus 2 Phantom Edges. Swapping main weapons refills Sha-Chi.
- How you get them: mostly from bosses (there are at least 50), plus side quests and exploration.
- Upgrades: weapons level up and can be “Soul Tempered” for a final ability. You can reforge a weapon at any time to get your materials back.
- Named so far: 8 main weapons (counting the Sanguine family as one) and 8 Phantom Edges, listed in the tables below.
S-GAME says there are more than 30 main weapons, each with its own moveset. Image: S-GAME
Table of Contents
How many weapons are in Phantom Blade Zero?
Every count agrees on about 30 main weapons. The number of Phantom Edges depends on the source and how old it is:
| Source | Date | Main weapons | Phantom Edges |
|---|---|---|---|
| Steam store page (S-GAME) | current | over 30 | more than 20 |
| PlayStation Blog, Soulframe Liang (S-GAME founder) | Aug 17, 2026 | more than 30 | 25 |
| Director Liang in a 4Gamer group interview, via GamingBolt | Oct 11, 2026 | 30 | about 20 |
| Reviews: Press Start, MobileSyrup, Hardcore Gamer | Oct 26, 2026 | 30 | 25 |
| Review: Shacknews | Oct 26, 2026 | 30 | 20 |
The PlayStation Blog figure of 25 is the most specific official number, and three reviews of the finished game use it too. The Steam text and the director’s “about 20” are rounder. Most likely the count grew during development, but we’ll confirm it against the in-game collection screen after launch. In his interview, Liang also said there are about as many bosses as weapons, which is how he got to “at least 50” bosses. Our Phantom Blade Zero length and boss guide covers what that means for playtime.
Phantom Blade Zero weapon types
According to the Push Square and TheGamer reviews, all main weapons fall into three categories:
| Category | Trade-off (per TheGamer) | Named examples |
|---|---|---|
| One-Handed | Balance of speed and power | Fanatic’s Broken Blade |
| Two-Handed | Slower attacks, more power per hit | None named yet. Reviews describe greatswords, polearms and big spears |
| Dual Wield | Much faster attacks, less power per hit | White Serpent, Crimson Viper, Seamless Death |
Inside those three categories, reviewers describe one-handed swords, greatswords, spears and polearms, twin blades and whip-like swords. Insider Gaming also lists bows and rifles in the roster. Phantom Edges add axes, hammers, cannons, bows, shields, spears and summoning tools. Gamereactor’s State of Play write-up mentions long-range cannons and gauntlets.
Phantom Blade Zero weapons list: every main weapon named so far
| Weapon | Type | What it does | Named by |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wooden Sword | Starting sword | Gets a unique just-press mechanic once upgraded. Wccftech says every weapon can finish the game, this one included. | Wccftech |
| Sanguine weapons | First weapon type | Soul’s first primary weapons. Simple movesets that are easy to learn. | Wccftech |
| Fanatic’s Broken Blade | One-Handed | Soul takes a drink while blocking to get tipsy, and then his attacks send the sword flying at range. Getting fully drunk unlocks stronger attacks. | Wccftech, TheSixthAxis |
| Jagged Steel Sword | Sword | Built around Bleed. It has an extra special attack that extends light combos once the enemy’s guard is broken. | Wccftech |
| Outlaw Warblade | Not stated | Light attacks restore HP and heavy attacks spend it. Its Power Surge heals a lot on hit. | Wccftech, DualShockers |
| White Serpent | Dual Wield | Fast. Builds Sha-Chi Essence quickly for Power Surge. | Wccftech |
| Crimson Viper | Dual Wield | Fast. Wccftech groups it with White Serpent for quick Power Surges. | Wccftech |
| Seamless Death | Dual Wield | Throws a barrage of flying rings after every perfect dodge. | DualShockers |
Reviews also describe several main weapons without naming them:
- A greatsword that grows red spider lilies wherever it swings. The flowers drain the enemy, then explode (Shacknews, Dexerto, Eurogamer).
- A greatsword that spends your HP on huge attacks, then drains HP from enemies to refill it (Shacknews).
- Whip-like swords that let Soul block while walking, and giant two-handed spears with spinning attacks (Dexerto).
- Twin swords that orbit around Soul, and pole-like swords that charge through enemies (Eurogamer).
Shown in trailers and previews: the “Year of the Snake” trailer from January 2025 introduced snake-themed weapons, according to Gematsu. The December 2025 release-date trailer showed a massive spear, hook swords and drunken fist moves combined with flying swords, according to GamingBolt. None of these were named on screen, so they aren’t in the table.
Most weapons and Phantom Edges come from bosses like this one. Image: S-GAME
Phantom Edges list: every secondary weapon named so far
Phantom Edges are secondary weapons with limited uses. Their uses are tied to Remnant Spark (TheSixthAxis), and their charges refill at Phantom Bell checkpoints (PCGamesN). You equip two at a time. Many of them also work as keys for exploration, so new Phantom Edges open paths in areas you’ve already visited.
| Phantom Edge | Combat use | Exploration use | Named by |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dread Axe | Heavy axe. Shacknews says a great axe Phantom Edge breaks shields. | Cuts through huge chains to open new paths | Dexerto |
| Bashpole | Not described | Smashes boarded-up craters that lead to underground labyrinths | Dexerto |
| Fire Meteor | Spiked meteor hammer on a chain. It sets enemies on fire and leaves green flames on the ground. | Not described | Dexerto, DualShockers |
| Puppeteer’s Bell | Summons NPC fighters to help Soul | Not described | Dexerto |
| Thunder Spear | Thrown spear that lights up a whole encounter with lightning | Not described | TheSixthAxis |
| Flying Guillotine | Breaks shields and finishes off low-health enemies | Not described | TheSixthAxis |
| Tiger Cannon | Fires a cannonball, even mid-dodge. MobileSyrup says it appears in trailers. | Not described | MobileSyrup |
| Horse Driven Cart | A horse-drawn cart attack. TheGamer calls it a chariot. | Not described | TheSixthAxis |
Other Phantom Edges that reviews describe without naming:
- Chain sickles or hook blades that act as grappling hooks and can pull enemies toward Soul, or Soul toward them (TheGamer, Shacknews).
- A fire-breathing Phantom Edge that clears bramble and overgrowth. TheGamer calls it a lion-headed flamethrower, and PCGamesN describes it as a boss’s flame mask.
- A bow for distant targets (Shacknews), a shield that protects against arrow traps (Noisy Pixel), and a water-shooting Phantom Edge meant for fire enemies (Eurogamer).
- A secret Phantom Edge that clears dense fog (PCGamesN).
Eurogamer is the one review with a warning here. Its reviewer found that some Phantom Edges had little visible effect where they should have worked. In one early fight against a spiked shield, the axe seemed to do very little until the reviewer kept using it or switched to its charged attack.
How to get weapons in Phantom Blade Zero
- Beat bosses. This is the main source. Director Liang said the main and secondary weapons can all be obtained by defeating bosses. The Steam page describes them as “wrested from the hands of fallen foes,” and Push Square says you often earn a boss’s own weapon when you beat it.
- Side quests and exploration. DualShockers says most Phantom Edges come from bosses and side quests. Game Informer says optional paths can lead to bosses with new weapons.
- Not from pre-orders. The pre-order bonus is the Treasure Basin accessory and the Legacy outfit, not a weapon, and both can also be earned in the game (PlayStation Blog). Edition prices and contents are in our Phantom Blade Zero release and editions post.
Enemies don’t respawn, so you can’t farm materials. Noisy Pixel says upgrade materials feel limited as a result. Hardcore Gamer says that, by design, there aren’t enough resources to max out every weapon.
Soul carries two main weapons and two Phantom Edges into every area. Image: S-GAME
Weapon upgrades, Soul Tempering and refunds
| System | How it works | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Upgrade levels | Weapons and Phantom Edges go up to level 30 using Remnant Dust and materials | TheGamer |
| Traits | Every 5 levels unlocks a new trait, along with damage and guard-break increases | Wccftech |
| Soul Tempering | A weapon-specific item awakens one final ability or perk. It unlocks about midway through the game. | Insider Gaming, Eurogamer, MobileSyrup |
| Reforging (refunds) | Reset an upgraded weapon and get the materials back to spend on another weapon | PlayStation Blog (S-GAME) |
| Refund cost | Free early on. At higher levels it costs tokens, which Eurogamer calls generous. Press Start calls the item a Reforging Talisman. | Eurogamer, Press Start |
One more thing to know: Eurogamer reports that S-GAME released a 67 GB update two days before the review embargo. The update changed boss, enemy, ability and weapon stats to smooth the difficulty curve, so some review impressions of individual weapons may not match the launch build. For how critics rated the game overall, see our Phantom Blade Zero reviews roundup.
S-GAME’s State of Play deep dive shows several of these weapons in action:
This page will be updated after the October 29 unlock with the full list from the in-game collection, including the weapon categories, the final Phantom Edge count and where each weapon drops. If you’re new to the series, our older Phantom Blade: Executioners guide covers S-GAME’s earlier mobile game.
FAQ
How many weapons are in Phantom Blade Zero?
About 55. S-GAME says there are more than 30 main weapons and 25 Phantom Edges. The Steam page gives the older figure of more than 20 Phantom Edges.
How many Phantom Edges are there?
25, according to S-GAME’s August 2026 PlayStation Blog post. Press Start, MobileSyrup and Hardcore Gamer, who reviewed the finished game, also say 25.
How many weapons can you equip at once?
Four: two main weapons that you swap between in combat, plus two Phantom Edges.
Can you respec weapons in Phantom Blade Zero?
Yes. Reforging resets a weapon and gives back the materials you spent on it. Eurogamer says it’s free early on and costs tokens at higher levels.
Are there pre-order bonus weapons?
No. The pre-order bonus is the Treasure Basin accessory and the Legacy outfit. You can also get both by playing.
Sources: PlayStation Blog (S-GAME, Aug 17, 2026), PlayStation Blog (Aug 11, 2026), Steam store page, GamingBolt (4Gamer interview), and the October 26 reviews from Wccftech, Dexerto, DualShockers, TheSixthAxis, TheGamer, Shacknews, Push Square, Eurogamer, PCGamesN, Insider Gaming, Press Start, MobileSyrup, Hardcore Gamer and Noisy Pixel. Checked October 27, 2026 UTC.
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