Wildgate News

[h3]🚨 UNCONTROLLED ANTICIPATION DETECTED 🚨[/h3]

Say goodbye to Unnecessarily Lawful Spring and hello to Space Crime Summer....

Wildgate arrives JULY 22, 2025!



[h2]ENTER THE REACH JULY 22[/h2]

Since we first announced Wildgate, the question of "so...when is this game releasing?" has been one of the most popular—from friends to fellow prospectors alike. We've been deeply humbled by your excitement, and now we're over the moon (heh, space pun) to be able to mark our calendars together.

If you're interested in teaming up for that Day 1 hyperjump to hyperspace, please wishlist us!

This will not only ensure that you're notified the moment Wildgate opens, but it's a great way to support the game and help us grow this delightfully unhinged community into an unstoppable crew.



[h2]WILDGATE RELEASE DATE FAQ[/h2]


Q. What is Wildgate’s launch date?
A. Wildgate launches July 22, 2025.


Q. Will Wildgate be a free-to-play or premium game?
A. Wildgate will be a premium game.


Q. How much will Wildgate cost?
A. Wildgate will be available for $29.99 USD (though pricing may vary slightly by region).


Q. Will additional editions of Wildgate be available for purchase?
A. While we’ve no plans to release a physical edition of Wildgate, we may offer additional digital editions in the future (though we don’t have any to announce at this time).


Q. Can I wishlist Wildgate?
A. Yes! You can wishlist Wildgate right now from our Steam store page.


Q. What are the post-launch content and monetization plans for Wildgate?
A. We're still jamming on how we want to approach post-launch content for Wildgate; however, we can confirm that we'll be providing regular free content updates and balance patches. We hope to share more details over the coming weeks! And, of course, how we support Wildgate after its release is something that we will likely evolve with our community.




For the latest Wildgate news and updates, be sure to follow our socials! And definitely don't sleep on our official Discord server, either—it's a cosmically chaotic (yet cozy) little space port where you can find helpful info, chat with our devs, share feedback, meet new players, search for crews, and more.

We'll see you in the Reach!

Now Loading... ✨SPACE CRIMES✨

You asked, we answered.

The Wildgate Open Beta begins June 9. Play FREE through June 16!

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[h2]OPEN BETA SCHEDULE[/h2]

The Wildgate Open Beta will run from June 9 until June 16.

• START: Monday, June 9 at 10:00am PDT (June 9 at 6:00pm BST)
  
• END: Monday, June 16 at 5:00pm PDT (June 17 at 1:00am BST)
  

Servers will remain available and playable 24/7 through the beta period; however, since Wildgate is still in development, you may encounter bugs, crashes, and other connectivity issues while playing.

(Playtest updates and/or service disruptions will be shared on Discord.)



[h2]OPEN BETA LOGIN REWARD[/h2]

Enter the Reach. Earn rewards.

As a special little sweet space treat, everyone who logs in at least once to the Wildgate Open Beta between June 9 and June 16 will unlock an exclusive in-game cosmetic: the Pixel Venture spray!



This spray will be granted and available for use after Wildgate releases.



Q. When does the Wildgate Open Beta start and end?
A. The Wildgate Open Beta will be available starting Monday, June 9, 2025 at 10:00am PT. Game servers will remain live 24/7 through the following Monday, June 16, 2025 until 5:00pm PT.


Q. Is cross-play supported in the Open Beta?
A. Yes, cross-play is supported.


Q. Is cross-progression supported in this playtest?
A. Yes, cross-progression is supported; however, a linked Dreamhaven account is required.

NOTE: Players can download and install the Open Beta on all supported platforms; however, your accounts on each of those platforms need to be linked to a Dreamhaven account in order for progress to carry over. We strongly recommend linking your accounts before playing on multiple platforms.


Q. Do I need to sign up to participate in the Open Beta?
A. Nope! The Wildgate Open will be available to all Steam PC users! No additional sign ups needed. Once live, you can access the Open Beta directly from the Wildgate store page, or from its official demo page.


Q. If I participated in a previous playtest, will I need to download a new client?
A. Yes, you will need to download a brand new client from the demo page.


Q. Will I be able to pre-download the Open Beta?
A. Yes. Pre-download unlocks June 6 at 4:00pm PDT.


Q. What’s the file size of the Open Beta demo?
A. Roughly 9GBs.


Q. Will the Open Beta include the full game?
A. The Open Beta contains the majority of content currently planned for Wildgate's release; however, additional game features and balance updates may be implemented for launch (including those based on feedback and learnings from the Open Beta).


Q. What’s changed in the Open Beta from the previous playtest?
A. Quite a bit! We’ll share official patch notes prior to the start of Open Beta on June 9.


Q. Will progress from previous playtests carry over into Open Beta?
A. No. Progress earned from previous Wildgate playtests will not carry over.


Q. Will progress carry over from Open Beta into the live game?
A. No. There are no plans for progress you earn during Open Beta to carry over into the live game.


Q. Will I receive any rewards for participating in the Open Beta?
A. Yes! All players who log in at least once to the Open Beta between June 9 and June 16 will unlock the “Pixel Venture” in-game spray. This spray will only be granted to when Wildgate launches.

NOTE: The Pixel Venture spray will only unlock on the account(s) you use to log into the Wildgate Open Beta. If you want to be able to access this spray when Wildgate launches, make sure that the account on which you play the Open Beta is the same account on which you may want to later purchase Wildgate.


Q. What regions will be supported during the Open Beta?
A. North America, South America, Europe, and APAC.


Q. What languages are supported during the Open Beta?
A. English, French, German, Italian, Castilian Spanish, Latin American Spanish, Brazilian Portuguese, Korean, Japanese, and Simplified Chinese will have both in-game audio and text localization. Traditional Chinese will have in-game text localization only.


Q. Are there any playtest opportunities planned for after the Open Beta?
A. Not currently; however, this will largely depend on our testing needs. Any additional playtest opportunities will be communicated across our official Wildgate channels.


Q. Can I play Wildgate offline during the Open Beta?
A. No. Wildgate is an online, match-based game that requires an internet connection.


Q. Can I play Wildgate solo during the Open Beta?
A. Wildgate's primary game mode (“Artifact Hunt”) is multiplayer only; however, both our in-game "Tutorial" and "Firing Range" modes can be played solo. If you do not wish to play against other humans, you can also queue up for the "Practice vs. AI" mode (note: this requires at least two players in a crew to play, though four players are recommended).


Q. What are the PC requirements for the Open Beta?
A. The following requirements apply to the Open Beta only:

Minimum Specs:

• Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system,
  
• Windows 10 and above,
  
• Processor: Intel Core i7-8700K or AMD Ryzen 5 5600X,
  
• Graphics: GeForce GTX 1070 Ti [8 GB] or Radeon RX 5700 XT [8 GB],
  
• Memory: 16 GB,
  
• Direct X: Version 12,
  
• Storage: SSD, 50 GB,
  
• Network: Broadband Internet Connection
  

Recommended Specs:

• Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system,
  
• Windows 10 and above,
  
• Processor: Intel i7-9700K / AMD Ryzen 7 3700X,
  
• Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 or AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT,
  
• Memory: 16GB RAM,
  
• Storage: 50GB available,
  
• Direct X: Version 12,
  
• Network: Broadband Internet Connection
  

NOTE: These specs may change at or after release.


Q. Can I use a controller to play on PC?
A. Yes! Controllers are fully supported in Wildgate.


Q. How do I report bugs I experience during the Open Beta?
A. For a full breakdown of the bug reporting process, please check out this article.


Q. How do I give developers feedback?
A. You are welcome to share game feedback in our Discord server.


Q. If I'm having a technical or account issue, how can I get help?
A. Please submit a help request via our Wildgate Player Support portal.


Q. Can I create and/or share content from the Open Beta?
A. Yes, you can! This is a fully open playtest, so we encourage you to take screenshots, livestream your play sessions, record feedback videos, and talk about the game.


Q. What is Wildgate’s launch date?
A. Wildgate launches July 22, 2025.


Q. Will Wildgate be a free-to-play or premium game?
A. Wildgate will be a premium game.


Q. How much will Wildgate cost?
A. Wildgate will be available for $29.99 USD (though pricing may vary slightly by region).


Q. Will additional editions of Wildgate be available for purchase?
A. While we’ve no plans to release a physical edition of Wildgate, we may offer additional digital editions in the future (though we don’t have any to announce at this time).


Q. Can I pre-purchase Wildgate?
No. Wildgate will not be available for pre-purchase.


Q. Can I wishlist Wildgate?
A. Yes! You can wishlist Wildgate right now from our Steam store page.


Q. What are the post-launch content and monetization plans for Wildgate?
A. We're still jamming on how we want to approach post-launch content for Wildgate; however, we can confirm that we'll be providing regular free content updates and balance patches. We hope to share more details over the coming weeks! And, of course, how we support Wildgate after its release is something that we will likely evolve with our community.


Q. Where can I learn more about the game?
A. If this is your first time playing Wildgate, we encourage you to check out the Gameplay Guides section of our Player Support portal. You are also welcome to join our official Discord server—this is a great place to find additional playtest info, ask questions, get support from fellow players, and look for crews.


Q. What if I have a question that’s not answered here?
A. We encourage you to submit a help request or check out our Discord server for more information!

Our SHIP-A-PALOOZA ship name party bus has officially returned to its station.

And with it comes our final four champions!

• 1st place: Our Name Ran Out Of
  
• 2nd place: S.S. Bad Decisions
  
• 3rd place: Cosmic Sans
  
• 4th place: No Boarders Please
  

Big ups to our grand final champion Our Name Ran Out Of for a last-minute photo-finish victory! You came with a vision and left (mostly) no crumbs. We'll see you soon in our default ship name list.

To our runners-up: S.S. Bad Decisions, Cosmic Sans, and No Boarders Please? GGs all around. While you may not have clutched the ultimate W, you were worthy competitors. It's an honor to add you to our "Random Name" ship name pool.



Thank you to all of our SHIP-A-PALOOZA ship name submitters and bracket-based voters.

Whether you adore these ship names, dislike them with the fiery passion of 356 overloaded reactors, or just...don't totally get the joke? It doesn't matter. Y'all did the thing! Thousands of prospectors participated in this silly, space-based shenani-fest, and that means you're a REAL community now. More than that: You're a crew.

So, congratulations everyone on completing your first challenge together. 💖

Until next crime!

Beginning gate transition...
Next stop: Summer Game Fest 2025

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Accelerate your excitement levels to warp speed—Wildgate is joining this year's Summer Game Fest celebration! Watch the live showcase event THIS FRIDAY (June 6) to discover "the future of video games"—and be among the first to learn the latest Wildgate news.

• WHERE: summergamefest.com
  
• WHEN: June 6 @ 2:00pm PDT (10:00pm BST)
  

Buckle up, bring your besties...and get ready for Space Crime Summer.

Wheels up, shields up, baby. 😎

Join our devs and special guest AverageJonas this week for an extra special livestream!

We're calling this our "Open Beta Preview"—and for darn good reason, too. In this stream, we'll be sharing a first look at what's new and improved in Wildgate, talking through some of our upcoming changes based on community feedback, and playing a few matches on our latest playtest build. We'll also be answering your questions (so drop'm below if you got'm).

• WHAT: Live gameplay + Q&A
  
• WHEN: Wednesday, June 4 @ 11:00am PDT (7:00pm BST)
  
• WHERE: discord.gg/playwildgate

If you're excited to see what's in store for you and your crew next week, then be sure to tune in. (And if you can't? No need to launch that distress beacon just yet, prospector; we'll post a full VOD of the stream on our official YouTube channel for you to watch at your leisure.)



Missed any of our previous dev livestreams? Check out our playlist.

And don't forget to wishlist Wildgate to be notified when our free demo goes live!