Melvor Idle 2 Release Date & Playtest Status
When does Melvor Idle 2 come out? The official answer: Early Access is planned for 2026, with no exact date announced. Here is everything officially confirmed so far.
Current release status
| Item | Status (as of the June 2026 dev update) |
|---|---|
| Development stage | Alpha — regular updates through the Patreon community |
| Early Access | Planned for 2026; exact date not yet announced |
| Free Steam playtesting | Planned before Early Access; no ETA, possibly via Steam Next Fest |
| Mobile (iOS & Android) | Planned after the Steam Early Access launch |
| Web version | Planned; waiting on Godot C# web build support |
| Price | $14.99 USD at Early Access and upon full release |
Early Access vs playtest vs the Patreon Alpha
- Patreon Alpha — the current testing build. Available today to the official Patreon community on Windows, Mac and Linux, via Steam or a standalone client. Saves are not wiped on release.
- Free Steam playtesting — an open, free playtest on Steam planned before Early Access. No date yet; the developers mention it may arrive as part of Steam Next Fest.
- Early Access — the public paid launch, planned for 2026. Officially English-only at first.
Official development timeline
| Date | Milestone |
|---|---|
| 2025-04-24 | Melvor Idle 2 announced on the official news hub |
| 2025-08-13 | Offline Client public beta on Steam & Mobile |
| 2025-11 | Alpha made available to the Patreon community |
| 2026-03-13 | Development progress update (March 2026) |
| 2026-06-12 | Development progress update (June 2026) — the Combat Update |
Price & monetization
Melvor Idle 2 costs $14.99 USD and contains no microtransactions. After full release, the developers plan regular large expansions (which raise the level cap and continue the story) plus free content updates for everyone. Expansion pricing has not been announced.
How to follow the release
- Wishlist the game on Steam to be notified of release news.
- Follow the official news hub for announcements.
- Join the official Melvor Discord; the developers share progress there.
- If you want to play today, the Patreon Alpha is the only available build — the developers advise casual players to wait for playtesting or Early Access.
FAQ
Common questions about this topic.
When does Melvor Idle 2 come out?
Early Access is planned for 2026. No exact date has been announced; the game is still in Alpha.
Is Melvor Idle 2 in early access yet?
No. The game is in Alpha. Early Access is planned for 2026.
How do I join the Melvor Idle 2 playtest?
Free Steam playtesting is planned before Early Access but has no confirmed date. Joining the official Discord and wishlisting on Steam is the best way to be notified.
Will my Alpha save carry over?
Yes. The developers confirmed there are no save wipes: Alpha saves are supported through release.
What platforms will Melvor Idle 2 support?
PC via Steam first. iOS and Android are planned after Early Access, and a web version is planned for later.
Will Melvor Idle 2 have microtransactions?
No. The game is a single $14.99 purchase with no microtransactions or subscriptions.