Among Us is a social deduction game where Crewmates work together to complete tasks while uncovering the hidden Impostors trying to sabotage their efforts. Read on to learn about its release date, its target platforms, and its announcement history.
Among Us Release Date and Time
Among Us first released on June 15, 2018 for mobile devices via Google Play Store and Apple Store. It then became available for PC via Steam on November 16, 2018. After its massive success during the pandemic, the game was ported to Nintendo Switch on October 15, 2020. It then found its way to PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S on December 14, 2021. A year later, Among Us became a VR experience on November 10, 2022.
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Among Us Overview
Among Us is a multiplayer social deduction game developed by the independent studio InnerSloth. Released initially on June 15, 2018, the game didn’t gain widespread popularity until mid-2020, when streamers and social media propelled it to viral status during the COVID-19 pandemic. This unique blend of teamwork, strategy, and deception offers a highly interactive experience, where players work together—or betray each other—in a space-themed setting.
The game pits 4-15 players aboard a spaceship, sky base, or planetary outpost. The crew members must complete tasks to maintain their location while attempting to uncover the Impostors, saboteurs among them whose goal is to eliminate the crew and cause chaos. Gameplay thrives on deduction, misdirection, and player interaction, often leading to intense debates and humorous accusations.
Is Among Us on Xbox Game Pass?
Yes, Among Us is included in Xbox Game Pass.
Is Among Us on PS Plus?
No, but a subscription is required to access 15 online players as well as PS5 streaming.
Is Among Us on Nintendo Switch Online?
No, Among Us is not available on the NSO.
Release Announcement History
2024
November 20 — v2024.11.26 Claws and Paws Update
Innersloth has announced the latest release of new skins for Among Us. These skins make players look like a part of the animal kingdom, the selections are the Paws Cosmicube for 3000 Beans and the Claws Cosmicube for 80 Stars.
October 23 — v2024.10.29 Bug Fixes Update
Innersloth has announced that they have fixed a couple of bugs that have been present in the game. These bugs included, visor and hat icon on hosts not layering correctly, inconsistent fonts, The Skeld music being played loudly in the lobby, player hacking, and more. The developers have also requested that players send a ticket if they notice anything that needs fixing in the game.
September 9 — Among Us x Ace Attorney Collaboration
Among Us has revealed that players will be getting a free Miles Edgeworth Skin. This update included Miles Edgeworth’s Coif and Miles Edgeworth’s Suit, the developers have kindly reminded that players need to have the v2024.9.9 update to be able to receive this skin.
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