Melvor Idle 2 Release Date
Melvor Idle 2 is planned for Steam Early Access in 2026. An exact public Early Access date has not been announced on Steam as of 2026-09-08. Here is everything officially confirmed so far.
Current release status
| Item | Status (as of 2026-10-05) |
|---|---|
| Development stage | Alpha — regular updates through the Patreon community (v0.10.4-alpha latest) |
| Early Access | Planned for 2026; exact date not yet announced |
| Steam Next Fest demo | Planned for October 19–26, 2026; exact demo contents are still being finalised |
| Free Steam playtesting | The Next Fest demo is the current public playtest plan; details may change |
| 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 |
Latest Alpha versions
The public Alpha version line (titles and dates only — patch details are posted to the official Patreon community):
| Version | Announced | Public note |
|---|---|---|
| v0.10.4-alpha | Sep 2, 2026 | Public Alpha update — details via the Patreon community |
| v0.10.3-alpha | Aug 25, 2026 | Public Alpha update — details via the Patreon community |
| v0.10.2-alpha | Aug 20, 2026 | Public Alpha update — details via the Patreon community |
| v0.10.1-alpha | Aug 14, 2026 | Public Alpha update — details via the Patreon community |
| v0.10.0-alpha | Aug 11, 2026 | Public Alpha update — details via the Patreon community |
See the Steam Next Fest page for the demo plan, or the Updates page for the full development chronology.
Early Access vs playtest vs the Patreon Alpha
- Patreon Alpha — the current testing build, for the official Patreon community only. 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.
What Early Access includes, how access works and which platforms it covers are covered on the Early Access page — this page is about the when.
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 |
| 2026-08-11 → 2026-09-02 | Alpha v0.10.0 → v0.10.4 public version line |
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.
When is Melvor Idle 2 Early Access?
2026, per the official Steam page ('Coming Soon'). No exact public date yet as of 2026-10-05.
When is the Melvor Idle 2 Steam Next Fest demo?
The developers plan to include the demo during Steam Next Fest from October 19 to October 26, 2026. The exact contents are still being finalised.
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.