Last updated 5 November 2026
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Wolcen 2 is the sequel to Wolcen Studio’s 2020 isometric dark fantasy action RPG Wolcen: Lords of Mayhem. It was revealed at the Future Games Show during gamescom 2026, and the studio has now announced a second closed alpha playtest. Here is everything we know so far.
Is Wolcen 2 coming to Xbox?
Xbox has not been confirmed yet. Wolcen Studio says the full release is planned for PC and current-generation consoles, but it has not named which consoles. Wolcen 2 is first planned to enter Early Access on PC in 2027. We will update this page if an Xbox version is announced.
Reveal trailer
When is Wolcen 2 out?
Wolcen 2 is planned to enter Early Access on PC in 2027. No date has been given for the full release or for any console version.
Closed Alpha 2 playtest
Wolcen 2’s second closed alpha runs from 26 to 30 November 2026. According to Wolcen Studio, it brings improvements to overall combat feel and pacing, to Combat Mastery and to the Twilight Procession, giving more clarity on build paths, along with a smoother UI and user experience based on player feedback. It will also test a new pistol ability, Havoc Orb, and a new Shadow Form mechanic, Parasitic Shadows.
The first closed alpha took place in August 2026. Players can register through the Wolcen Studio Playtest Program. Spots are limited, but registration also counts towards future playtests.
Story
Set many years after Wolcen: Lords of Mayhem, the world is in turmoil. Anathea, the goddess holding shut the Rift between reality and the demonic Void, has been mortally wounded. Players control the Warlord, a bastard son of the Shadow God, who is forced out of exile with his companions and becomes entangled in a prophecy that promises salvation but demands sacrifice. Characters from Lords of Mayhem return. Wolcen Studio says new players do not need to have played the first game.
Gameplay and builds
- No predefined classes: weapons unlock skills, while modifiers, specialisations and a passive tree reshape them. Builds include melee mage, spellblade, tank caster or gunslinger.
- Crafting and loot: hunt build-defining items, gather materials and craft gear.
- Shadow Form: a transformation used to overwhelm enemies and regain control of a fight.
- Co-op: play solo or online with up to three other players.
Endgame
Beyond the story campaign, Conquest sees factions fighting for power across dynamic battlefields, while the Tower of Wonders lets players chase specific rewards while influencing the difficulty and outcome of each ascent.
Engine and post-launch plans
Wolcen 2 is a new project built in Unreal Engine 5. After launch, Wolcen Studio plans additional story content, activities and optional cosmetics.
Who is making Wolcen 2?
Wolcen 2 is developed and published by Wolcen Studio, the team behind Wolcen: Lords of Mayhem and Gods, Death & Reapers. More information is on the official Wolcen 2 website.
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