Endings
All 8 endings in Phantom Blade Zero — ending conditions, branching paths, side quest impacts, and how to get the true ending
Introduction
Phantom Blade Zero features 8 distinct endings — more than Elden Ring — each determined by your side quest completion and key choices throughout the story. The branching narrative is one of the game's most distinctive features, with side quests directly shaping the main story's conclusion. From the fate of Red Wraith to the completion of specific character arcs, every decision you make ripples forward into the ending you receive. New Game Plus allows exploring alternative paths with upgraded gear.
Ending Categories & Conditions
| Category | Key Condition | Red Wraith | Side Quests | Difficulty Impact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| True Ending | 100% side quest completion | Killed or Spared | All completed | Any difficulty |
| Good Endings | Most side quests done | Variable | Majority completed | Standard endings |
| Neutral Endings | Partial side quest completion | Variable | Some completed | Moderate story changes |
| Bad Ending | Minimal side quest completion | Skipped | Few or none | Darkest outcome for Soul |
| Secret Ending | Special hidden condition | Required encounter | Specific hidden quest | Reveals deeper lore |
Ending Paths
True Ending
Complete narrative resolution — 100% completion required
Red Wraith Endings
The most impactful single choice in the game
Secret Ending
Hidden condition reveals deeper Phantom World lore
Bad Ending
Darkest outcome — minimal completion
Secret Ending
Hidden condition — reveals deeper lore
Core Mechanics
The ending system is driven by side quest completion rather than binary dialogue choices. Each side quest you complete (or skip) contributes to an ending state that determines the final narrative outcome. The Red Wraith decision is the single most impactful choice — whether you kill, spare, or skip this optional boss directly changes the final fight composition and which ending branches are available. The game tracks completion across multiple dimensions, not just main story progress.
Advantages
Having 8 distinct endings creates massive replay value and rewards thorough exploration. Each ending provides meaningful narrative closure rather than minor variations. The side-quest-driven system means your choices throughout the game matter — not just a single binary choice at the end. New Game Plus lets you pursue alternative endings with the advantage of upgraded weapons and skip previously completed side quests.
Challenges
Without a guide, it's difficult to know which side quests affect which endings, potentially leading to unintended outcomes. Some ending conditions are mutually exclusive, meaning you cannot see all endings in a single playthrough. The game doesn't clearly communicate the consequences of skipping optional content like the Red Wraith encounter. Tracking completion for the true ending requires near-perfect side quest completion.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I see all endings in one playthrough?+
Which is the best ending?+
Does difficulty affect endings?+
Quick Tips
Complete every side quest you encounter — side quest completion is the primary driver of ending outcomes. Unlike games where a single dialogue choice determines the ending, Phantom Blade Zero tracks your overall completion. Missing even a few side quests can shift your ending category.
Pay special attention to the Red Wraith encounter — this is the single most consequential choice in the game. Sparing affects the final fight composition (2v1), killing changes the final fight (1v1), and skipping locks you out of certain ending branches entirely.
Use New Game Plus strategically for alternative endings. Carry over your upgraded weapons and skip completed side quests to efficiently pursue different ending branches. NG+ is the intended way to experience all 8 endings without replaying the entire game from scratch.
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