IRON NEST released on August 6, 2026 as a full version 1.0 game. It did not launch through Early Access. The PC release appeared on Steam, GOG, Epic Games Store, and Humble Store.
A separate free demo had been available during Steam Next Fest in June 2026.
Launch and patch timeline
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| June 15, 2026 | Demo release reported during the Steam Next Fest period |
| August 6, 2026 | Full version 1.0 launch |
| August 7, 2026 | Build 1547 with localization and bug fixes |
| August 8, 2026 | Build 1558 with a critical save corruption fix |
| August 9 to 10, 2026 | Build 1577 with RAM and VRAM optimization |
| August 12, 2026 | Build 1618 with mission, medal, memory, camera, and accessibility changes |
| August 15, 2026 | Build 1622 with cursor, colour-blind mode, and clock ghosting fixes |
SteamDB provides a secondary build record. The official storefronts establish the release date.
Platforms at launch
The released game is available on PC. No console version had launched by August 22, 2026. The developer FAQ places console ports after the PC release without naming a date or complete platform list.
Steam lists the game as Steam Deck Verified. No Game Pass release had been announced on the same check date.
Full release status
The base game is version 1.0. The developer has described it as the first step in a wider IRON NEST universe, but that future direction does not change the release status of the current game.
For changes after launch, use the latest version page.
Sources
- Official Steam page
- Official Steam announcements
- Official GOG page
- SteamDB release and build records
- Official launch material distributed through GamesPress
Release and platform facts were checked on August 17, 2026. SteamDB is used only for the exact timestamp and build cross-check.