XLGAMES announced that ArcheAge Chronicles is launching in Steam Early Access on November 3. Pre-orders are now open.

Those who pre-order can enjoy the Dawn Pioneer Set. It features an exclusive costume set that's available only as a pre-order bonus. Take note that each pre-order includes one Dawn Pioneer Set for a single class of the players' choice. The costume can be claimed in-game once Early Access launches on November 3. The Early Access package is available for $29.99.

XLGAMES Executive Producer Yongjin Ham shared in a statement that they thank those who played the demo and took the time to share their feedback. He assured everyone that they'll continue to incorporate the feedback received though regular updates released during the Early Access phase.

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Speaking of demos, one for ArcheAge Chronicles was available during the Steam Next Fest: October 2026 Edition. It ran from October 19 to October 26. When the festival closed, it was learned that the game managed to rank 5th on Steam’s official Most Played Demos list.

A lot of those who were able to try the demo praised the Unreal Engine 5 visuals. There was also a positive reaction to the combat system that was built on the interplay of offense and defense/ The same positive reaction was also experienced for the PvP. It appears that a lot of players saw real potential in the game and were excited to improve the game further once Early Access is live.

ArcheAge Chronicles is an open-world action MMORPG that’s set in Auroria. The story follows 50 years after the events of the original ArcheAge. The intense battles in the game are sure to keep players on the edge of their seat. One of the key features that make ArcheAge Chronicles transcends traditional MMORPG mechanics are its fluid and sophisticated action combat.

Players get to choose from a wide range of weapons and skills to come up with their own unique build and see if it can overcome powerful foes. There’s also various combat styles that include close-quarters melee, deadly ranged attacks, and powerful magic. Players can also engage dynamically as they jump, fall, roll, dash, block, and parry. Overall, no matter their preferred playstyle, ArcheAge Chronicles delivers a high-quality combat experience. Wishlist the game on Steam now.