Threads of Time is a time-travelling, turn-based RPG coming to Xbox Series X|S in summer 2027. Here’s everything we know so far.
Threads of Time at a glance
- Release window: Summer 2027
- Console: Xbox Series X|S
- Price: Not announced
- Pre-orders: Not open yet
- Game Pass: Not announced
- Players: Single-player
- Developer: Riyo Games
- Publisher: Balor Games
- Age rating: PEGI 7
What is Threads of Time?
It’s an era-spanning, turn-based RPG inspired by the classics of the genre. You travel from an age when dinosaurs roamed to the far-flung future and alternate realms in between, gathering heroes from across the ages to stop a plot that threatens to unravel the past, present and future.
Who is making it?
Riyo Games is developing Threads of Time, and Balor Games is publishing it. The studios describe the team as “an all-star team of RPG visionaries”.
When is the Threads of Time release date?
There’s no exact date yet. On 28 October 2026, the studios confirmed a summer 2027 launch window for Xbox Series X|S.
How much will it cost?
The price hasn’t been announced, and pre-orders aren’t open. You can find it on the Xbox Store now.
Is Threads of Time on Game Pass?
Not as far as we know. It hasn’t been announced for Game Pass.
How does combat work?
Battles are strategic and turn-based. You weave together powerful attacks, bend time to unravel enemies’ defences and unleash your party’s full potential through team combos.
Who are the heroes?
You recruit a party of characters from different eras. Together, you restore the ancient Order of the Time Knights and defend the timeline from chaos and corruption.
What does it look like?
Threads of Time uses 2.5D visuals, putting hand-crafted 2D pixel-art characters in vibrant worlds built in Unreal Engine 5. It aims to capture the feel of retro RPGs in a new adventure.
Threads of Time trailer
The studios released a release window reveal trailer on 28 October 2026. It shows the turn-based battles, the party and some of the time periods you’ll visit.
For the latest news, read Threads of Time is coming to Xbox in summer 2027. Visit our Threads of Time hub for the essentials. We’ll update this page when there’s a firm date.
