WARDOGS Release Date & Price

WARDOGS launches 10 September 2026 on PC via Steam, entering Early Access at $39.99 from BULKHASH and Team17. Here is everything confirmed about the launch, pre-order perks and what Early Access means.

Pre-ordering granted guaranteed closed beta access (3-6 September) - the launch-day perks list grows from here, so check the Steam page for the final offer.

Release date and platforms

WARDOGS releases on 10 September 2026 for PC on Steam. It launches as an Early Access title (Action / Massively Multiplayer / Simulation), meaning the sandbox grows across development with community feedback.

Console versions have not been announced; the many PS5 and Xbox searches reflect player demand rather than confirmed ports.

Price and editions

The standard edition is $39.99. A Supporter Edition also appears on Steam for players who want to back development further.

The studio's marketing is unusually honest - their official '10 Reasons NOT to Buy WARDOGS' dev vlog encourages informed purchases, and the game ships as online-multiplayer-only with no singleplayer.

What Early Access means here

Expect the core 100-player three-team Control Zone mode at launch, with content and balance evolving through updates. Beta weekends doubled as genuine scale tests, so expect post-launch tuning passes.

Your cash economy persists between matches but not necessarily between major updates - read patch notes before big spending sessions.

FAQ

When does WARDOGS release?

10 September 2026 on PC via Steam, as an Early Access title.

How much does WARDOGS cost?

$39.99 for the standard edition, with a Supporter edition also available.

Is WARDOGS coming to PS5 or Xbox?

Not announced. The launch is PC (Steam) only; console demand is high but unconfirmed.

Is WARDOGS out of Early Access?

No - it enters Early Access at launch, with the sandbox planned to grow through development.