- Saros will be released on April 30, 2026.
- It is going to be a PS5 exclusive on launch.
- Saros will take place on the shape-shifting planet of Carosa.
Housemarque has revealed new gameplay footage of Saros, their upcoming game that builds on Returnal’s success. The trailer reveals new gameplay mechanics, alongside fast-paced combat. The trailer has also revealed its upcoming release date, so players can get ready to play it pretty soon. Here is everything you need to know about the Saros release date, platforms, gameplay, and more.
Saros Release Date
Saros will release on April 30, 2026. It will be a PlayStation 5 exclusive on launch. The game is currently available for Wishlisting on the PlayStation Store. PC players will not be able to play the game on release, but they can expect the later release if Housemarque follows their roadmap with Returnal for Saros. Previously, Saros was expected to release on March 20, but was then delayed by a month.
Everything You Need to Know About Saros
Saros will take place on the shape-shifting planet of Carosa. The main story will follow Arjun Devraj as he seeks answers on the foreign planet by blasting through enemies. Arjun is a powerful Soltari Enforcer, and he wears a Soltari advanced combat suit that allows him to dash, melee, jump, and more. Here is a quick look at everything revealed about Saros’s gameplay in the new State of Play trailer:
Digital Deluxe and Pre-Order Editions
Housemarque has also revealed the Digital Deluxe edition for Saros, which gives players early access to the game 2 days before its official release on April 30, 2026. The Digital Deluxe bonuses will feature suits inspired by PlayStation titles like Returnal, God of War, and Ghost of Yotei. Additionally, the pre-order for Saros allows players to unlock the Hands of Shore Armour as well.
The Passage
The Passage will be the game’s central hub, described as a “Carcosan temple with a vast history.” This location will not only allow players to interact with other members of the Echelon IV crew but also delve deep into the lore and world-building of Saros. Additionally, players will be upgrade their character in this hub too.
Armor Matrix
The Armor Matrix will be one of the more unique Saros mechanics, allowing you to switch your playstyle with your Enforcer Armor. This will allow for some creative builds in the game, with some players focusing on tanking damage while others build their Enforcer Armor around resource gathering.
Carcosan Modifiers
Carcosan Modifiers will essentially serve as difficulty modifiers in Saros, allowing players to tailor their experience to their liking. These modifiers will come in two forms: Protection, which makes the game easier to deal with, and Trial, which makes it more difficult.
Soltari Shield
A protective shield that can be activated by holding R1. It allows Saros to run into hostile projectiles, absorbing their energy to defend himself.
Carcosan Power Weapon
After absorbing the energy, players can hit back with the new power weapon. This ability allows you to charge up the weapon with energy harvested from projectiles, which can unleash explosive energy at enemies with R2.
Second Chance
Arjun can make a comeback on his first death after discovering the ability to use eclipse corruption energy to rise back up on first death.
New Enemies and Fight Mechanics
Saros comes with an extremely fluid and fast-paced action system that every Returnal player will be well familiar with. Players can expect spectacular bullet patterns from enemies and brutal weapons to use, which fuel the sci-fi power fantasy.
So, that’s everything we currently know about Saros. Have more questions? Let us know in the comments.
