Can you play Hytale on PS5, Xbox Series X/S & Switch 2?
(Courtesy : Hypixel studios)
The early access starts from January 13, 2026
After years of drama (canceled, revived!), Hytale early access is finally dropping officially on January 13, 2026. Hypixel Studios confirms PC exclusive launch, but not for any console for now.
Executive director Patrick ‘Lyall’ Derbic reveals new consoles beyond early access, but expect a wait. Let’s check out more details in this article.
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Is Hytale on PlayStation 5?
No, for now, the early access is only dropping for PC on January 13, 2026. There is no information about the console release yet, but there are plans for the future.
Is Hytale on Xbox Series X|S?
Just like PS5, this game will not be available on Xbox Series X/S for now. However, there are plans for the future release.
Is Hytale on Nintendo Switch 2?
NO! For now, there are no plans for whether this game will arrive on Nintendo or not. It might get even more delayed than the console release for this platform.
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All Hytale Platforms: Current & Planned
| Platform | Early Access (Jan 13) | Full Release Plans |
|---|---|---|
| PC | Yes (Custom Launcher) | Yes |
| Mac/Linux | TBD | Likely |
| PS5 | No | Planned post-EA insider-gaming.com |
| Xbox Series X/S | No | Likely |
| Switch 2 | No | Possible, unconfirmed |
With the drop of early access, the long journey of full development and release will start for this game. Developers have also informed the fans to expect bugs and some issues during the early access phase.
Pretty sure, the development of the game will first focus on PC. Later, they might plan the console release.
If you have played Minecraft, then this is the game you are going to love for sure. It is also known as the Minecraft successor. It is comparable to that in which users can explore, develop, battle monsters, complete odd world missions, and more.
FAQs
When does Hytale early access release?
January 13, 2026 – PC only via custom launcher.
Will Hytale come to PS5 or Xbox?
Planned for the future.
How to pre-purchase early access?
store.hytale.com – Early Access ready!
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