Release Date and Platforms
The developer's reveal trailer, the Xbox Wire announcement and the Steam store all give November 2, 2026. On Xbox, it launches into Game Preview on Xbox Series X|S and Xbox on PC. On Steam, it is an Early Access release.
The game is available day one with Xbox Game Pass. Octopus Panic, a seven-person studio based in Seattle and Stockholm, develops and publishes it. GRAVHOUNDS is the studio's first game.
Release Facts at a Glance
The confirmed launch details.
- Date: November 2, 2026.
- Format: Early Access (Steam) / Game Preview (Xbox).
- Game Pass: day one.
- Developer: Octopus Panic, Inc.
- Early Access length: roughly six months.
- Price: not announced.
Key Facts at a Glance
These details come from the official store pages and the developer FAQ.
- Release: Early Access / Game Preview on November 2, 2026.
- Platforms: PC (Steam), Xbox Series X|S, Xbox on PC.
- Game Pass: available day one.
- Players: 1–4 player co-op, or solo.
- Price: not announced; expected to rise at 1.0.
- Languages: English with full audio, plus French, German, Spanish (Spain and Latin America) and Brazilian Portuguese.
How Long Is Early Access?
The developer FAQ says the team is loosely targeting around six months in Early Access. The exact timing depends on player feedback and how much work is needed. No 1.0 release date has been announced.
The Xbox store notes that a Game Preview is a work in progress that may change over time. Expect features and balance to shift during Early Access. The developer has said feedback will shape the game.
Price
No price has been announced as of our October 30, 2026 check. The developer FAQ says the price is expected to rise at the 1.0 release. That is a common Early Access approach.
Game Pass subscribers on Xbox and PC get access from day one. We will add the Steam price once it is published. We will not guess a number.
Crossplay and Progress
The developer FAQ says Xbox Series X|S and Xbox on PC can play together. There is no Steam-to-Xbox crossplay for now. Choose the platform your friends are on.
Playtest and demo progress do not carry into Early Access. Early Access progression is intended to carry into 1.0. Starting on November 2 means your unlocks should last.
PC Requirements
The Steam page lists Windows 10 64-bit, an Intel Core i5-7600K or AMD Ryzen 5 1600, 8 GB RAM and a GeForce GTX 1660 or Radeon RX 590 as the minimum. Recommended is Windows 11 64-bit, an i5-10600KF or Ryzen 5 3600X, 16 GB RAM and an RTX 2060 or Radeon RX 5600X. Both need DirectX 12 and 10 GB of storage.
Steam Deck has no native support, but the FAQ says it can run through the Deck's compatibility layer. PlayStation and Switch versions have not been announced. See our performance guide for tuning tips.
What's in Early Access
The developer has described the core loop but not the full Early Access content list. You take a job, drop onto a hostile planet, build an operation, complete the objective and escape. The swarm escalates the longer you stay.
The Steam page promises new Gravhounds, weapons and upgrade paths to unlock. Riskier planets hold better materials. We will cover new content as it is confirmed.
Xbox Store Features
The Xbox store lists Xbox Play Anywhere, cloud saves, achievements, 4K Ultra HD, HDR10 and 60 fps+. It is optimized for Xbox Series X|S. The game is rated Teen for violence, blood and language.
Online multiplayer on Xbox consoles requires a Game Pass Essential, Premium or Ultimate subscription. The store page lists 6 supported languages. Game Preview means the game is still a work in progress.
How to Get Ready
Wishlist GRAVHOUNDS on Steam or the Xbox store to get a launch notification. Join the official Discord for announcements. Read our beginner tutorial so your first shift goes smoothly.
If you played the demo, remember your progress resets. Your knowledge of pipelines and build nodes carries over even if your unlocks do not. See our pipeline guide to refresh.
The Road to Launch
GRAVHOUNDS was revealed at gamescom in August 2026. It then ran closed and open playtests in September, followed by a free demo in October. Our playtest guide covers that timeline.
The demo had 7 planets across 2 solar systems and four Gravhounds. Early Access will have its own content, not yet detailed. Start with our beginner tutorial on launch day.
Frequently Asked Questions
When does GRAVHOUNDS come out?
November 2, 2026, in Early Access on Steam and Game Preview on Xbox.
Is GRAVHOUNDS on Game Pass?
Yes, day one on Xbox Series X|S and Xbox on PC.
Is GRAVHOUNDS on PS5 or Switch?
No PlayStation or Switch version has been announced.
Is there crossplay between Steam and Xbox?
Not for now. Xbox Series X|S and Xbox on PC can play together.
When will GRAVHOUNDS 1.0 release?
No date has been announced; Early Access is expected to last roughly six months, potentially longer.
Is GRAVHOUNDS on Steam Deck?
Not natively; the developer says it can run through the compatibility layer.
Official Trailer
Sources and Further Reading
- Gravhounds Revealed – Xbox Wire (Josh Holmes, Octopus Panic)
- GRAVHOUNDS – Official Reveal Trailer (Octopus Panic)
- GRAVHOUNDS on Steam (official store page)
- GRAVHOUNDS FAQ (pinned Steam discussion)
- GRAVHOUNDS (Game Preview) – Xbox Store