After more than six years of waiting, uncertainty, and continuous development, Hytale finally has an official Early Access release date: January 13, 2026.
Hypixel Studios confirmed the long-awaited date on November 28, 2025, through the official @Hytale account, alongside a cinematic reveal graphic showcasing the Hytale logo surrounded by stylized vines and energy effects.
For the first time since its viral 2018 announcement, Hytale now has a locked public launch timeline.
Hytale Early Access Release Date – January 13, 2026
The official announcement confirmed the following:
- Hytale Early Access Launch Date: January 13, 2026
- Hytale Pre-Order Date: December 13, 2025
- Developer: Hypixel Studios
In their post, the Hytale team made it clear that this is true early access, meaning the game is unfinished and expected to be buggy while development continues after launch.
They also encouraged players not to pre-order unless they are comfortable supporting an in-progress product; an unusually transparent approach compared to most modern game releases.
They closed their message with a direct note to the community, thanking fans for their patience and support after what they described as a long development journey.
Hytale Development History and Delays
Hytale has had one of the longest and most complex development histories of any modern sandbox RPG.
After its original reveal trailer in 2018 went viral and generated massive global interest, the project went through:
- Major internal restructuring
- A Riot Games acquisition and subsequent changes
- Long periods of reduced communication
- Multiple design and engine reworks
- Growing concerns of cancellation within the community
All of this led to nearly six years of uncertainty about when, or if, Hytale would ever release.
The confirmation of a January 13, 2026 Early Access launch marks the first time Hypixel Studios has provided a firm, public date, signaling that development has moved from internal rebuilding to actual delivery.
What Hytale Early Access Includes at Launch
According to the confirmed messaging around Early Access, Hytale’s release will not represent a finished game, but a long-term live development phase.
At Early Access launch, players can expect:
- Hytale Adventure Mode with multiple explorable zones
- Creative Mode and building tools
- Built-in modding and scripting systems
- Official multiplayer servers and community server support
- Ongoing updates, features, and new content additions
This phase is intended to allow players, modders, and server hosts to begin building the Hytale ecosystem while the core game continues to evolve.
Hytale Pre-Order Details (Confirmed)
Hytale pre-orders will open on December 13, 2025, exactly one month before the Early Access release.
Confirmed information includes:
- Base game price: $19.99 USD
- Optional cosmetic Supporter and Founder packs
- No gameplay advantages or pay-to-win systems
Hypixel Studios emphasized that all additional packages are cosmetic only, designed for players who want to support development rather than gain in-game benefits.
Why the Hytale Release Date Is a Big Deal
The announcement of Hytale’s Early Access release date represents a major turning point for one of the most anticipated sandbox games of the last decade.
For years, Hytale existed as a concept, a trailer, and a promise. Now, it has:
- A launch date
- A pre-order timeline
- A confirmed Early Access structure
With Hytale launching in Early Access on January 13, 2026, the project officially moves from speculation to reality.
For fans, creators, and server communities, this is no longer about waiting, it’s about preparing.
And as the developers themselves stated:
Hytale has been through a long journey , and now, it’s finally heading home.
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