Guns of Eschaton Wiki

Your independent guide to the occult Western soulslike FPS — Viktor Antonov's final universe. Track the TBA release, master the Codex, plan builds, and wishlist on every platform.

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What Is Guns of Eschaton?

Guns of Eschaton is a first-person soulslike shooter set in an apocalyptic 19th-century American South known as The Burning. Developed by Eschatology Entertainment and published by 4Divinity, it represents the final original universe shaped by the late Viktor Antonov, art director of Half-Life 2 and Dishonored.

Combat rewards preparation over reflex spam: specialized ammunition, timed parries, precise dashes, and the Cherokee Codex reveal enemy weaknesses before you commit. More than twenty period firearms, three sacramental build paths, talismans, and occult abilities let you forge a unique gunslinger identity.

Read our preview and first impressions Early analysis of the announcement trailer and soulslike FPS identity. Explore Viktor Antonov's creative legacy How the legendary art director shaped this occult frontier world.

Release Date & Platforms

Guns of Eschaton was announced on June 30, 2026, with no confirmed release date yet. You can wishlist now on Steam for PC, PlayStation Store for PS5, and Microsoft Store for Xbox Series X|S. There is no mobile version — beware fake APK sites.

Check the latest release date status TBA timeline, announcement details, and how to track official updates. View all platforms and wishlist links Official storefront pages for Steam, PS5, and Xbox Series X|S. Follow our wishlist guide for every platform Step-by-step instructions before launch day arrives.

Core Combat Mechanics

Every shot counts in Guns of Eschaton. Study enemies through the Codex, load the right bullet type, parry at the perfect moment, and dash out of danger. Resource management separates this soulslike FPS from traditional run-and-gun shooters.

Learn how the Codex and Sequence Points work Study weak points, anatomy, and rituals before each fight. Master combat basics including parry and dash timing Foundational mechanics for surviving The Burning. Understand bullets and ammunition types Treat your cylinder as a battle plan, not infinite ammo.

World, Factions & Lore

Journey across a dying America — ruined settlements, mythic roads, impossible machines, and factions rooted in real mythology twisted by apocalypse. The Black Rider waits ahead as history collapses into occult horror.

Explore the map and The Burning setting Geography of the occult apocalyptic Old South. Study factions and enemy types Mythology-rooted threats and tactical approaches. Dive into lore and story themes Multiple endings, the gunslinger's journey, and narrative stakes.

Builds, Weapons & Items

Forge your gunslinger through sacramental paths, twenty-plus firearms, talismans, armor, and consumables. Each weapon has its own character — master it or it may kill you faster than your enemies.

Plan builds and sacramental paths Three occult progression routes and synergy tips. Browse the full weapons arsenal overview Revolver, rifle, and shotgun archetypes from the frontier. Use our interactive build planner tool Draft a pre-launch build summary before the game ships.

Solo, Co-op & PvP

Face The Burning alone or ride with allies. Full solo and co-op campaign progression is confirmed, along with PvP modes that let you threaten other gunslingers on the road to salvation.

Read the co-op and PvP overview Shared progression, online play, and competitive modes. Prepare for co-op at launch with our guide What to expect from day-one cooperative play.

Guides & Tutorials

In-depth tutorials cover wishlisting, Codex study, soulslike FPS preparation, build planning, enemy weaknesses, and cooperative play — each paired with verified reference video where available.

Tutorial: how to understand the Codex system Turn lore research into combat advantage. Tutorial: how to prepare for soulslike FPS combat Genre primer before you enter The Burning. Tutorial: how to plan your first build Pre-launch build thinking for new gunslingers.

Wiki Tools

Interactive tools help you check PC requirements, track wishlist progress across storefronts, and draft build plans before release day.

Run the system requirements checker Compare your PC against Steam minimum and recommended specs. Open the wishlist checklist tool Track Steam, PS5, and Xbox wishlist steps locally.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Guns of Eschaton on Roblox or mobile?

No. Guns of Eschaton is a full game for PC (Steam), PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. Any mobile APK or Roblox claim is a scam.

When does Guns of Eschaton release?

There is no confirmed release date. The game was announced June 30, 2026, with a TBA launch window. See our release date page for updates.

Are there Guns of Eschaton codes yet?

No redeem codes exist before launch. Our codes page explains how to verify official promotions after release.

Who created the art direction?

Viktor Antonov, known for Half-Life 2 and Dishonored, shaped this final original universe before his passing in 2025.

Does the game support co-op?

Yes. Full solo and co-op campaign progression is confirmed, plus PvP modes according to official announcements.

Last updated: July 2026