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Once Human Console Release Guide 2026: Closed Beta, Open Beta, and Full Launch Plans

Once Human is preparing for its full console launch after successful closed and open betas. Everything we know about the PS5 and Xbox Series X|S release timeline.

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Once Human Console Release Guide 2026: Closed Beta, Open Beta, and Full Launch Plans

Once Human is expanding to consoles in 2026, bringing NetEase’s post-apocalyptic open-world survival hit to PlayStation and Xbox for the first time. The game has already completed a closed beta (March 26 - April 8) and an open beta dev stream (June 11), with full console launch expected soon.

Console Beta Timeline

  • Closed Beta: March 26 - April 8, 2026 (PS5, PS5 Pro, Xbox Series X|S)
  • Open Beta Dev Stream: June 11, 2026

The closed beta included the tutorial and Manibus scenario content. Players who reached Level 20 during the beta earned the exclusive Abyssal Dragon Set and Dragon Dance KAM — these rewards carry over to the full console launch.

What Was in the Console Beta

  • Cross-platform play between PlayStation and Xbox ecosystems
  • Full controller support and console-optimized UI
  • The Manibus scenario with all content available on PC
  • Performance targeting smooth 60fps on current-gen consoles

Console Launch Expectations

Based on developer communications during the beta period, the full console launch is expected in June 2026. The game is free-to-play, and the console version will be as well.

A dedicated console versions FAQ page is available at oncehuman.game/console/ covering platform support, progression parity with PC, and pricing.

Progression Cross-Save?

One key question for players who have invested hundreds of hours on PC: will progression carry over? The closed beta rewards are cross-platform linked to your account, suggesting that you will be able to use the same NetEase account across PC and console, but exact cross-progression details have not been fully confirmed.

Why Console Matters for Once Human

Once Human has built a large PC player base since its global release in July 2024. The console launch opens the game to a significantly larger audience and brings cross-play lobbies, which should improve matchmaking and world population.

Sources: Official Once Human Console FAQ, GamesPress — Console Closed Beta Announcement, Once Human Official Site

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