When does WARDOGS (Closed Beta) 2026 release?

WARDOGS (Closed Beta) 2026 releases on Fri, August 21, 2026 at 12:00 PM CDT.

How does the match economy work in WARDOGS?

Players earn cash during matches by scoring kills, reviving allies, and completing logistics like helicopter drop-offs. That cash is then used to buy custom loadouts, attachments, and armor.

What is included in the Supporter Edition?

The Supporter Edition includes base game access along with a Supporter Pack containing cosmetic items.

When does Early Access begin?

Early Access is scheduled to launch on September 10, 2026.

What platforms is WARDOGS (Closed Beta) on?

WARDOGS (Closed Beta) is available on PC.

What time does WARDOGS (Closed Beta) 2026 release in my timezone?

The countdown on this page converts WARDOGS (Closed Beta) 2026 to your local time automatically, so the clock always reflects your own timezone.

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WARDOGS (Closed Beta) Released

Fri, August 21, 2026 at 12:00 PM CDT

Released

Fri, August 21, 2026 at 12:00 PM CDT

18 days ago

Release milestones

Closed BetaYou are here
Friday, August 21, 2026
Released
Closed Beta 2
Thursday, September 3, 2026
Released
WARDOGS (Early Access)
Thursday, September 10, 2026
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Full Release
To Be Announced
Countdown pending

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WARDOGS is a first-person shooter built around a balance of arcade gunplay and tactical simulation mechanics. Matches pit three competing factions against one another in a King of the Hill format, where teams fight for dominance over control zones to reach a 100-point score threshold. Players earn in-game cash by performing team-oriented actions such as reviving downed squadmates, eliminating opponents, and ferrying teammates across the map in helicopters. These funds are then spent between spawns to purchase gear, weapons, attachments, and body armor.

Details

Platforms: PC
Developer: BULKHEAD
Publisher: Team17

Release information

Guaranteed access to the closed beta is granted by pre-ordering the title on Steam, with additional entry available through Steam Playtest sign-ups or Twitch drop campaigns. Pre-orders are offered in both a standard version and a Supporter Edition featuring extra cosmetic items. Full Early Access is scheduled to begin on September 10, 2026.

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Frequently asked questions

When does WARDOGS (Closed Beta) 2026 release?: WARDOGS (Closed Beta) 2026 releases on Fri, August 21, 2026 at 12:00 PM CDT.
How does the match economy work in WARDOGS?: Players earn cash during matches by scoring kills, reviving allies, and completing logistics like helicopter drop-offs. That cash is then used to buy custom loadouts, attachments, and armor.
What is included in the Supporter Edition?: The Supporter Edition includes base game access along with a Supporter Pack containing cosmetic items.
When does Early Access begin?: Early Access is scheduled to launch on September 10, 2026.
What platforms is WARDOGS (Closed Beta) on?: WARDOGS (Closed Beta) is available on PC.
What time does WARDOGS (Closed Beta) 2026 release in my timezone?: The countdown on this page converts WARDOGS (Closed Beta) 2026 to your local time automatically, so the clock always reflects your own timezone.

Last updated: 9/4/2026