Nightwater is a sandbox resource-management game that takes players from the Bronze Age to the Industrial Era and presents a mystery to solve. Read on to learn about its release date, platforms, and announcement history.
Nightwater Release Date and Time
Releasing in Q3 2026
Nightwater is slated for release in Q3 2026 for PC via Steam. Wishlisting is open, and a demo is available on Steam. We’ll be sure to update this article when more information comes out!
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Nightwater Overview
Nightwater is an open-world sandbox and resource management game, developed by Studio Ashty and published by Studio Ashty and Irox Games for PC. Players can gather resources, automate production, and build machines and structures from the Bronze Age up to the Industrial Era to advance the strange but familiar island of Nightwater. An optional mystery is available for players to uncover, as well as four different endings and secret areas.
Is Nightwater on Xbox Game Pass?
No, Nightwater has not been announced for Xbox Game Pass.
Is Nightwater on PS Plus?
No, Nightwater has not been announced for PS Plus.
Is Nightwater on Nintendo Switch Online?
No, Nightwater has not been announced for Nintendo Switch Online.
Announcement History
2026
May 8, 2026 | Demo Release
The game’s demo officially launched on Steam.
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