Summary
- The new game Gal Guardians: Servants of the Dark has been delayed for Xbox, disappointing fans awaiting its March 27 release.
- The game shares the universe and characters of the Gal Gun series but is a separate IP with a distinct playstyle.
- While the cause of the delay remains undisclosed, the game will still launch on other major platforms as scheduled.
The release date of the new game, Gal Guardians: Servants of the Dark, has been delayed for Xbox platforms. The Metroidvania-style sequel continues the story of the popular Gal Guardians: Demon Purge and builds on the legacy of the Gal Gun series, sharing the same universe and characters. However, Gal Guardians: Servants of the Dark and its prequel are separate IPs with distinct playstyles, setting them apart from the Gal Gun games.
Gal Guardians: Servants of the Dark was originally set to launch on all major platforms, including Xbox, on March 27. The game is developed by Inti Creates, known for titles like the Mega Man series and Azure Striker Gunvolt. News of the studio’s latest entry being delayed is disappointing for many fans eager to experience its dark fantasy world on Xbox.
Inti Creates recently announced via Twitter that the release of Gal Guardians: Servants of the Dark on Xbox has been postponed. While the developer confirmed discussions with Microsoft regarding the delay, it did not share specific details about the cause. Additionally, no new release date has been set at this time, but Inti Creates assured fans that an update will be provided as soon as possible.
Gal Guardians: Servants of the Dark Xbox Release Delayed
While the delay is disappointing for Xbox players, Gal Guardians: Servants of the Dark will still launch as planned on PlayStation 4 and 5, Nintendo Switch, and PC via Steam. Its predecessor, Gal Guardians: Demon Purge, also faced setbacks during development. Originally titled Grim Guardians: Demon Purge, the game was forced to change its name to Gal Guardians due to a trademark issue. Now, the latest installment, which is experiencing unexplained Xbox delays, also carries the Gal Guardians branding.
Other Inti Creates titles have encountered Xbox-related issues in the past, with Gal Gun Returns having its Xbox One release canceled. Although the developer did not specify the exact reason for this cancelation, they explained that they could not ensure the game's consistency on Microsoft's console. It's unclear whether the delay affecting Gal Guardians: Servants of the Dark is related to similar issues that have impacted previous Inti Creates releases on Xbox.
The Gal Guardians series, including the latest installment, is part of a new wave of Castlevania-inspired titles that modernize the classic Metroidvania genre. Gal Guardians: Servants of the Dark will fully embrace its Metroidvania roots while building on its predecessor with exciting new features, such as a more expansive crafting system and a mid-game difficulty switch, allowing players to adjust the challenge on the fly. For now, Xbox players will have to wait for further updates before they can dive into the new game.
- Released
- March 27, 2025
- Developer(s)
- Inti Creates
- Publisher(s)
- Inti Creates
- Multiplayer
- Online Co-Op, Local Co-Op
- Number of Players
- 1-2
