The Final Console Open Beta begins on June 18, 2026 and ends on July 8, 2026 (Pacific Time) . Some regional announcements list an end date of July 9, but the primary window is June 18 through July 8 . Pre-download is available starting June 17 . Because participation slots are limited, interested players should download and register as early as possible .
The sign-up process differs between PlayStation and Xbox consoles. Both methods are straightforward, but only one uses an app.
On Xbox Series X|S:
On PlayStation 5 (including PS5 Pro):
The beta is available globally in regions including North America, South America, Europe, Japan, South Korea, Southeast Asia, and Hong Kong/Macau/Taiwan .
During the beta, players can explore five in-game scenarios designed for both PvE and PvP playstyles . The core experience is a supernatural open-world survival game set in a Stardust-contaminated apocalyptic world where players fight mutated creatures and other survivors . NetEase has designed different scenario environments to cater to players who prefer cooperative exploration and those who enjoy competitive player-versus-player confrontation .
Players on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S can play together because the console servers are unified . However, cross-play with PC and mobile is not supported in this beta . Anyone hoping to team up with friends on a PC or phone will need to wait for the official launch . Cross-progression account linking is available through the in-game menu before character creation, but since it is a wipe test, the long-term value of that feature is limited to the beta period .
This beta is a wipe test, meaning most character progress — including levels, items, and base construction — will be reset before the official launch . However, NetEase has confirmed that three categories of progress will permanently carry over to the full release :
This means beta testers who invest time will not leave empty-handed, but they should not expect to keep their main progression or inventory items .
Because NetEase is calling this the "Final Console Open Beta," the full console release is expected to follow after the test period ends . No specific console launch date has been announced in the provided materials, but this beta is clearly the last major testing phase before the game ships on PS5 and Xbox Series X|S . The progress wipe ensures a level playing field at launch, while the permanent carryover of Starchrom, cosmetics, and up to 6 Deviants serves as a meaningful reward for early testers .
The Final Console Open Beta begins on June 18, 2026 and ends on July 8, 2026 (Pacific Time) . Some regional announcements list an end date of July 9, but the primary window is June 18 through July 8 . Pre-download is available starting June 17 . Because participation slots are limited, interested players should download and register as early as possible .
The sign-up process differs between PlayStation and Xbox consoles. Both methods are straightforward, but only one uses an app.
On Xbox Series X|S:
On PlayStation 5 (including PS5 Pro):
The beta is available globally in regions including North America, South America, Europe, Japan, South Korea, Southeast Asia, and Hong Kong/Macau/Taiwan .
During the beta, players can explore five in-game scenarios designed for both PvE and PvP playstyles . The core experience is a supernatural open-world survival game set in a Stardust-contaminated apocalyptic world where players fight mutated creatures and other survivors . NetEase has designed different scenario environments to cater to players who prefer cooperative exploration and those who enjoy competitive player-versus-player confrontation .
Players on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S can play together because the console servers are unified . However, cross-play with PC and mobile is not supported in this beta . Anyone hoping to team up with friends on a PC or phone will need to wait for the official launch . Cross-progression account linking is available through the in-game menu before character creation, but since it is a wipe test, the long-term value of that feature is limited to the beta period .
This beta is a wipe test, meaning most character progress — including levels, items, and base construction — will be reset before the official launch . However, NetEase has confirmed that three categories of progress will permanently carry over to the full release :
This means beta testers who invest time will not leave empty-handed, but they should not expect to keep their main progression or inventory items .
Because NetEase is calling this the "Final Console Open Beta," the full console release is expected to follow after the test period ends . No specific console launch date has been announced in the provided materials, but this beta is clearly the last major testing phase before the game ships on PS5 and Xbox Series X|S . The progress wipe ensures a level playing field at launch, while the permanent carryover of Starchrom, cosmetics, and up to 6 Deviants serves as a meaningful reward for early testers .