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Beast of Reincarnation is a fantasy action-RPG and Game Freak’s first title outside of a Nintendo console. Read on to learn about its release date, what platforms it's coming to, and its announcement history.
Beast of Reincarnation Release Date and Time
Releasing on August 4, 2026
Beast of Reincarnation is releasing on August 4, 2026 for PC via Steam and Xbox, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. Pre-orders are open on all digital storefronts. The game will launch for PlayStation 5 on August 3, 2026, at 8:00 P.M. ET / 5:00 P.M. PT. Exact release times for Steam and Xbox have yet to be announced. We’ll be sure to update this article when more information comes out!
Check the timetable below to see what time the game releases for PlayStation 5 in your region:
| Region | Local Release Time |
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| United States (ET) | Monday, August 3, 2026, 8:00 p.m. |
| United States (PT) | Monday, August 3, 2026, 5:00 p.m. |
| United Kingdom | Tuesday, August 4, 2026, 1:00 a.m. |
| Central Europe | Tuesday, August 4, 2026, 2:00 a.m. |
| New Zealand | Tuesday, August 4, 2026, 1:00 p.m. |
| Australian East Coast | Tuesday, August 4, 2026, 10:00 a.m. |
| Australian West Coast | Tuesday, August 4, 2026, 8:00 a.m. |
| Japan | Tuesday, August 4, 2026, 9:00 a.m. |
| Philippines | Tuesday, August 4, 2026, 8:00 a.m. |
| South Africa | Tuesday, August 4, 2026, 2:00 a.m. |
| Brazil | Monday, August 3, 2026, 9:00 p.m. |
| Universal Time (UTC) | Tuesday, August 4, 2026, 12:00 a.m. |
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Beast of Reincarnation Overview
Beast of Reincarnation is an action-RPG by Game Freak and Fictions launching for PC via Steam and Xbox, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. This title is Game Freak's first major AAA project outside its Pokémon franchise. Before being officially unveiled at the Xbox Games Showcase in June 2025, the game was initially revealed in 2023 under the working title Project Bloom.
In the year 4026, Earth is ravaged by a parasitic phenomenon known as the Blght, which transforms living organisms into monster called Malefacts and causes forests to erupt instantly across the landscape. As Emma the Sealer—an outcast cursed as a Blighted One—accompanied by her dog Koo, players must seek to confront the Beast of Reincarnation, believed to be the source of the Blight.
Gameplay is defined by its "one-person, one-dog" system. While controlling Emma, players strike enemies and parry attacks. Successfully defending in this way builds resources that allow the player to access a command menu for Koo; opening this menu slows down time and allows Koo to perform support skills or Blooming Arts.
Is Beast of Reincarnation on Xbox Game Pass?
Yes, Beast of Reincarnation has been announced as a Day One release for Xbox Game Pass Ultimate and PC.
Is Beast of Reincarnation on PS Plus?
No, Beast of Reincarnation has not been announced for PS Plus.
Is Beast of Reincarnation on Nintendo Switch Online?
No, Beast of Reincarnation has not been announced for Nintendo Switch Online.
Announcement History
April 19, 2026 | Pre-Orders Open
Pre-orders were officially opened for PC and consoles.
February 12, 2026 | Release Date Confirmation
The game was confirmed to release on August 4, 2026 during State of Play.
January 22, 2026 | Summer 2026 Release Announcement
During the January 2026 Xbox Developer Direct, it was announced that Beast of Reincarnation will launch in Summer 2026. Game Freak also confirmed that the title will be available on Xbox Game Pass Ultimate and PC as a Day One release.
June 8, 2025 | Initial Announcement at Xbox Games Showcase
Beast of Reincarnation was announced with a trailer during the Xbox Games Showcase.
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