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Platforms
Confirmed
PC (Steam): Confirmed at launch. Steam App ID 1774880. The game has been on Steam since 2022
Desired but not officially confirmed
Xbox Series X|S: The developers have expressed desire for Xbox support
PlayStation 5: The developers have expressed desire for PlayStation support
The developers have been transparent about the console situation: "We can't promise it, as we appreciate we need to establish a partnership with Xbox and PlayStation, but are hopeful we can make that happen." Game Pass has been mentioned as a distribution option under consideration. No other PC storefronts (Epic Games Store, GOG) have been announced.
Release approach
The game will not release in Early Access. The developers have stated it will be a full release when it launches. Public playtests are planned for 2026. Closed playtests are currently ongoing through bhvr.com/playtest for invited players. The earliest realistic launch window is estimated at 2027 by multiple outlets.
Engine and technology
Item | Description |
|---|---|
Engine | Unreal Engine 5 |
Environmental assets | Quixel Megascans (photogrammetry-based textures and 3D models) |
Character technology | MetaHumans (realistic character creation and customization) |
Level streaming | World Partition (UE5's large-map streaming system) |
Workflow | One File Per Actor (OFPA) for multi-developer collaboration |
The game does not use Nanite or Lumen (UE5's virtualized geometry and global illumination systems). The developers described these as "not necessarily that useful" for their vegetation-heavy environments. See Art and visuals for more detail on the rendering approach.
Preliminary system requirements
These requirements are listed on Steam but are preliminary and subject to change. The developers have noted they will "very likely change" before release.
Minimum
Item | Description |
|---|---|
OS | Windows 7 SP1 / 8.1 / 10 (64-bit) |
CPU | Intel Core i5-3470 / AMD FX 4350 |
GPU | NVIDIA GTX 670 / AMD Radeon HD 7870 |
RAM | 4 GB |
Storage | 20 GB |
These minimum specs appear to be placeholder values given the game uses UE5 with Megascans. The actual requirements at release will likely be significantly higher, especially for medium and high settings. Recommended specs have not been published.
Steam features
Feature | Description |
|---|---|
Achievements | Supported |
Full controller support | Confirmed for both keyboard/mouse and gamepad |
Languages | 16 supported languages |
Family Sharing | Supported on Steam |
Cross-platform multiplayer | Listed in Steam store tags (extent at launch unclear pending console status) |
Monetization
The game is planned as a premium (buy-to-play) title, not free-to-play. DLC expansions are planned for post-launch. No microtransactions or battle passes have been announced. The pricing has not been revealed.