After two years in Steam Early Access, the ambitious open-world RPG inspired by Arthurian legend is finally ready for its full release. Polish developer Questline has been steadily refining their dark fantasy experience, and players won't have to wait much longer to experience the complete adventure.
A Massive RPG Experience Awaits
Tainted Grail: The Fall of Avalon is set to launch its full 1.0 version on May 23, 2025, releasing simultaneously on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series S|X. This ambitious first-person RPG represents a significant evolution for Questline, who previously developed the deck-building roguelike Tainted Grail: Conquest in 2021. The upcoming release promises a substantial gameplay experience, with developers estimating between 50-70 hours of content for players to explore in this dark reimagining of Arthurian legend.
Release Information:
- Full release date: May 23, 2025
- Platforms: PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series S|X
- Developer: Questline (Poland)
- Time in Early Access: Approximately 2 years
A World Shaped by Choices
The game takes place in Avalon, a land transformed by 600 years of Camelot's rule. Players will journey through three massive regions - Horns of the South, Cuanacht, and Forlorn Swords - each offering unique environments to discover. With over 250 fully voice-acted NPCs populating the world, players will have countless opportunities to engage with the rich narrative. The branching main quest features dozens of possible endings, ensuring that player choices genuinely impact how the legacy of King Arthur's reign will be remembered.
Content That Rivals Elder Scrolls
Questline hasn't been shy about their inspirations, acknowledging that games like Oblivion and Skyrim helped shape their vision for Tainted Grail. The game offers traditional RPG systems including alchemy, cooking, mining, farming, house management, and fishing. With over 200 side quests, more than 60 unique enemy types, and 70+ dungeons filled with secrets and dangers, the scope rivals that of Bethesda's beloved fantasy series. The developers have even joked that they would have laughed hard if someone had told them earlier how massive the final game would become.
Community-Requested Third-Person View
In response to player feedback, version 1.0 will introduce a third-person camera option. While Questline has acknowledged this feature won't be perfect at launch, they're implementing it primarily as an accessibility feature for players who experience motion sickness or other difficulties with first-person perspective. This addition demonstrates the developer's commitment to making their game accessible to a wider audience, even if the feature requires further refinement post-launch.
Game Features at 1.0 Launch:
- Three massive zones: Horns of the South, Cuanacht, and Forlorn Swords
- 250 unique, fully voice-acted NPCs
- Over 200 side quests
- More than 60 unique enemies
- 70+ dungeons
- Branching main quest with dozens of possible endings
- New third-person view option
- Gameplay systems including alchemy, cooking, mining, farming, house management, and fishing
- Estimated 50-70 hours of gameplay
From Early Access to Complete Experience
The journey from Early Access to full release represents the culmination of years of development and community feedback. Questline has been transparent about the evolution of the game, regularly implementing player suggestions and expanding the scope beyond their initial vision. When Tainted Grail: The Fall of Avalon launches next month, it will deliver the complete experience that both developers and players have been working toward since its Early Access debut.