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A soulslike-flavored action RPG where you play the last guardian, collecting relic fragments to seal a void of darkness. It offers an open world and demanding, timing-based combat.

What defines The Relic: First Guardian:

  • Open world
  • Challenging difficulty
  • Fantasy setting
  • Strong character progression

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