Hello, Timehackers!
We're excited to announce that the SlashZero Demo is officially live!
We also made an appearance on PlayStation's official State of Play program! During the show, we revealed a brand-new trailer and announced that the official launch is set for spring 2027. Watch the full trailer via the link below:
Here are the details for this Demo:
Test Format
This Demo is a time-limited, data-wipe test (all save data will be deleted after the demo period ends). All players can download and play it on Steam and PlayStation. Steam players can download it directly from the Steam store page.
Demo Period
Start Time: September 3, 2026, 15:15 (UTC+0)
End Time: September 23, 2026, 15:00 (UTC+0)
New Gameplay Content
In this Demo, besides the two default playable Timehackers, Nyx and Fina, a brand-new character, Hamlet, will also be unlocked as you progress through the game! Multiple secret bosses will also be available! Overall, this demo offers over 10 hours of gameplay.
System Requirements
Only Windows is supported for this Demo. Both Keyboard & Mouse and Controllers are supported.
Minimum recommended specs:
OS: Windows 10 64-bit
Processor: Intel Core [email protected] or AMD Ryzen 3 [email protected]
Memory: 8GB RAM
Graphics Card: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 or AMD Radeon RX 560
DirectX Version: 12
Recommended specs:
OS: Windows 10 64-bit
Processor: Intel Core [email protected] or AMD Ryzen 7 [email protected] or above
Memory: 8 GB RAM
Graphics Card: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 or AMD Radeon RX 6700XT or above
DirectX Version: 12
Supported Languages
This Demo is available in the following languages: Simplified Chinese, English, Japanese, Korean, German, and French. Stay tuned for additional language support in future updates!
FAQ
We've put together this FAQ section to help you resolve common technical issues.
Troubleshooting Crashes, Freezes, and Performance Issues
Q1: What should I do if the game crashes on launch, shows a black screen, or frequently crashes during gameplay?
Update your graphics driver: UE5 has certain requirements for graphics driver versions. Please make sure to update your driver to the latest version via the NVIDIA/AMD official website.
Verify game file integrity: Right-click SlashZero Demo in your Steam Library -> Properties -> Installed Files -> click "Verify integrity of game files."
Update your system: Make sure your Windows system is updated to the latest version to ensure full DirectX 12 support.
Q2: The game feels a bit laggy or has frame drops when I first start playing?
The game compiles shaders before you enter gameplay, so please be patient. If you experience persistent severe lag in the same locations/scenes, try lowering the graphics quality in "Settings - Graphics."
Bug Report Collection
Q3: I've encountered a serious bug (e.g., game freeze, crash, unable to progress). How do I report it?
Please contact us through the following methods, and include screenshots/recordings of the issue along with your PC specs whenever possible:
Bug & Optimization Feedback Survey Link
In-Game - Settings - Feedback
Handling In-Game Anomalies
Q4: My character got stuck inside map geometry (walls, underground) and can't get out. What should I do?
As a 3D side-scrolling action game, our current collision edges may not be perfect yet. If you happen to get stuck in a map dead zone:
Try pressing ESC, return to the main menu, and reload your save. Rest assured, this will not reset your progress.
Before returning to the main menu, we recommend taking a screenshot (ideally showing the surrounding environment) and sending it to us. This would help our development team identify and fix the map issue.
Q5: I've connected a controller, but the buttons aren't responding in-game?
Both PS and Xbox controllers are supported in this test. If buttons are unresponsive, try adjusting the controller settings in Steam:
Right-click the game in your Steam Library -> Properties -> Controller.
Try changing "Override for SlashZero" to "Enable Steam Input" or "Disable Steam Input," then restart the game to check if it's working properly.
Q6: I want to clear my progress and start fresh. How do I do that?
There are multiple save slots in-game. If you want to fully reset your progress, simply delete your existing save in the save management menu, then select another save slot or create a new one to start playing again.
Lastly, feel free to follow our official social media accounts for more of the latest updates.