Both pre-release tests are now closed — the full game launched August 13, 2026. This page archives the beta timeline because a large share of ongoing searches still reference it. Last updated: August 14, 2026.
Timeline
| Phase | Dates | Platforms | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Closed Playtest | May 28–31, 2026 | PC (Steam) | First public build; signup-gated |
| Open Beta | Jul 24–27, 2026 | PC, PS5, Xbox | Free for everyone; console crossplay live |
| Full Launch | Aug 13, 2026 | PC, PS5, Xbox | $39.99 |
Common leftover questions
- “How long is the playtest?” — both tests ran roughly four days each; they are over.
- “Beta sign up” — closed. There is no way to play free now; the open beta client no longer connects.
- “How to get the beta on PS5/Xbox” — the July open beta was the console window; it required no code, just a store download during those dates.
- “Does pre-purchasing let you play early?” — pre-orders did not include early access; everyone started August 13.
The “beta backlash” story
Searches for “beta backlash” refer to the July open beta reception: helicopter dominance, performance on minimum-spec PCs, and open-mic voice chaos drew criticism alongside praise for the setting. Several of those complaints carried into launch — which is part of why launch reviews opened Mostly Negative. The difference: launch is getting an active hotfix cadence, tracked on our updates page.
Did beta progress carry over?
No. Playtest and beta progression was wiped for launch — standard for the series.