Direct answer: WARDOGS entered Steam Early Access on September 10, 2026. Steam currently lists the US base game at $39.99 and the Supporter Edition at $49.99. Early Access is not version 1.0.
Release ledger
| Milestone | Status | What it means |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 21–23, 2026 | Closed beta ended | The pre-purchase beta benefit described on Steam is now a past event. |
| Sep 3, 2026 | Historical Beta 2 announcement | The earlier announcement described a test after the show; it is not a current access offer. |
| Sep 10, 2026 | Released | Windows PC release through Steam Early Access. |
| Early Access period | Developer estimate | Roughly one to two years, subject to development and community feedback. |
| Version 1.0 | No fixed date | September 10 is not the finished-version launch. |
Editions and price snapshot
| Edition | US price | Included | Decision note |
|---|---|---|---|
| WARDOGS | $39.99 | Base Early Access game | The lower-cost route to the same core game. |
| Supporter Edition | $49.99 | Base game plus Supporter Pack cosmetics | For buyers who value the listed cosmetics and supporting development. |
Prices are a US storefront snapshot, not a worldwide price promise. Steam can show a local currency, tax treatment and regional amount. Check the amount in your cart immediately before purchase.
The Supporter Pack page lists faction-themed weapon camos, a Littlebird helicopter “Taxi” camo, supporter scoreboard icon and bobbleheads. It also states that the optional supporter pack is the exception to the developer’s no-further-monetization position during Early Access. Cosmetics should not be read as gameplay advantages.
What Early Access includes
Steam’s developer statement describes the core version as playable with 100-player, three-team matches, dynamic objective zones, cash and XP progression, realistic-but-game-focused gunplay, vehicles, logistics and proximity voice chat.
Planned development areas include additional maps, weapons, vehicles, objective variations, progression, a stronger seasonal metagame, balance, performance and stability. Plans are not guarantees; the exact scope and duration can change with feedback.
Buy now or wait?
- Consider Early Access if the confirmed core loop is enough for you and you accept changing balance, features and performance.
- Choose the base game if the cosmetic Supporter Pack has no personal value.
- Read independent launch coverage if you need independent performance evidence, server quality data or a mature content roadmap.
- Wait for 1.0 if you only want a finished feature set. Steam explicitly warns that Early Access games are incomplete and may change.
Not announced
No fixed version 1.0 date or final-version price is established by the store statement. See the platform guide for console plans.
Released milestones versus future plans
| Item | Dated evidence | How to use it |
|---|---|---|
| Season 2 / Update 0.2.0 | Released October 15, 2026 | Use the new squad, faction, controller and balance notes when reading older guides. |
| Wager Vendor | Season 2 notes say it opens later and is unavailable at season launch | Do not treat it as a shipped launch feature without a later announcement. |
| Console release | The current developer FAQ names 2028 | A general window does not identify every console model or an exact day. |
| Version 1.0 | No fixed date in the reviewed store statement | The one-to-two-year estimate is not a confirmed launch deadline. |
Season 2 notes are shipped-update evidence. The store's plans for more maps, vehicles, progression and a seasonal metagame describe development direction. They should not be combined into a fabricated month-by-month roadmap.
Compare the amount you will actually pay
The prices above were rechecked on October 16, 2026, for the US storefront. The standalone Supporter Pack listing shows $12.99 and requires the base game. The $49.99 Supporter Edition is a different purchase option that bundles the base game and pack; do not assume separately buying both costs the same as the edition. Check your local cart, ownership and bundle contents before paying.
Source record
- Steam WARDOGS page — September 10 date, US prices, Early Access statement and current store options.
- Steam Supporter Pack page — cosmetic contents and monetization statement.
- Team17 WARDOGS page — publisher confirmation and core-game description.
Sources and US price presentation reviewed on October 16, 2026. Our added value is the release ledger, edition comparison and buyer decision framework.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the WARDOGS release date?
WARDOGS entered Steam Early Access on September 10, 2026.
How much does WARDOGS cost?
The US Steam listing reviewed on October 16 shows $39.99 for the base game and $49.99 for the Supporter Edition. Regional prices can differ.
Is September 10 the version 1.0 launch?
No. It is the Early Access launch. The developer estimates roughly one to two years in Early Access, but has not published a fixed 1.0 date.