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Exact unlock times: not yet officially posted. Release date is confirmed — August 4, 2026 — but hourly unlock times and preload dates are announced closer to launch. We update this the moment they're official.
Expected unlock behavior
| Platform | Typical unlock pattern |
|---|---|
| Steam (PC) | Usually a single global unlock at a set UTC time on release day. |
| PlayStation 5 | Often unlocks at midnight local time, or a fixed regional time — TBC. |
| Xbox / Game Pass | Frequently midnight local; Game Pass titles commonly go live at 12:00 AM your time. |
Patterns from comparable launches. Exact confirmed times replace this pre-launch.
Preload
Preload dates aren't confirmed yet. Expect preload to open a few days ahead on Steam, Xbox, and PS5 so the game is installed and ready at unlock. Given it's an Unreal Engine 5 title, plan for a sizeable download and make sure it's on an SSD (details on the PC requirements page).
Launch-day checklist
- Preload once it opens so you're ready at unlock.
- Game Pass Ultimate subscribers: nothing to buy — see editions.
- Skim the beginner guide so your first hours go smoothly.
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Last updated: July 7, 2026