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Guns and Dragons Release Date and Wishlist Guide

Coming soon on Steam and Epic—how to follow ABUTTON news and set expectations after the playtest.

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Release and Wishlist

Guns and Dragons lists Coming soon with a TBA full release date on both Steam (app ID 4687860) and the Epic Games Store. ABUTTON Inc. is using the July 30–August 10, 2026 Steam playtest—still active as of August 3, 2026—to validate combat, co-op, and magitech meta before committing to launch day. This page explains why wishlisting matters, how playtest experiences differ from 1.0, and which official channels beat rumor threads when you want accurate notifications.

For live test access steps, read Playtest and Playtest News. For first-run orientation after install, start at Getting Started.

Current release status

ItemStatus
Developer / publisherABUTTON Inc.
PlatformsWindows PC — Steam and Epic Games Store
Release dateTBA / Coming soon
PlaytestSteam Request Access, July 30–Aug 10, 2026 (verify live on store)
ConsoleNo announced console version in official materials

Both storefronts mirror the same high-level pitch: solo or online co-op for 1–3 players, Cross-Platform Multiplayer on Steam, 46+ firearms and bows, runes, artifacts, skills, altar rewards, camp meta, and a magical companion built between runs.

Why wishlist on Steam and Epic

Wishlisting is free and directly affects whether you hear about launch, price reveals, and future test waves:

Steam notifications — Wishlisters receive emails and client alerts when the game releases, discounts appear, or playtest branches update. Request Access during the playtest does not automatically duplicate launch mail if you skip wishlisting the main listing.

Epic parity — Epic Games Store lists the same Coming soon page. If you prefer that launcher, wishlist there so ABUTTON can reach Epic-only PC players when tests or launch dates arrive.

Signal to the studio — Store interest metrics inform marketing and port priorities— including Steam Deck support coming soon and ongoing Unreal Engine optimization.

No wishlist grants early access by itself; it is a notification and interest tool, not a preorder guarantee.

Playtest versus launch expectations

Public tests exist to break things safely. Treat differences as normal:

Stability — Playtest builds may crash or ship placeholder UI. Launch targets Steam Achievements, Steam Cloud, and Family Sharing on the full product listing, but test branches can behave differently until 1.0.

Progress wipes — Assume saves can reset between playtest phases unless Steam news explicitly promises persistence.

Balance — Altar reward pools, boss tuning, and 46+ weapon stats can swing weekly. Builds guides on this wiki label playtest-era advice as provisional for that reason.

Content scope — Marketing mentions caverns, dungeons, villages, formidable bosses, and dragons, but not every biome or companion tier may appear in the first test slice.

Co-op infrastructure — Online play uses Azure PlayFab services with a broadband internet requirement. Launch will likely keep online co-op; offline modes are unconfirmed.

Playing the test still teaches transferable skills: camp investment rhythm in Camp and Base, altar discipline in Altar Rewards, and co-op roles in Co-op.

How ABUTTON communicates after TBA

Track these channels instead of unofficial leak accounts:

Steam store page — Release date changes, playtest banners, and developer news posts land here first for app 4687860.

Epic Games Store — Watch for Coming soon → available transitions and future Epic playtests.

Official Discorddiscord.gg/ubyEsuCSky concentrates LFG, patch chatter, and staff clarifications during tests.

Press beats — ChinaJoy July 31–August 3, 2026 coincided with the first test; director interviews pointed toward future shows such as Gamescom without locked dates. Playtest News summarizes verified event timing.

This wikiUpdates Hub aggregates facts with links to Guides, Weapons, and Tools when news implies meta shifts.

Features confirmed for launch direction

Store tags and descriptions already commit to several launch-quality features worth wishlisting for:

  • Full controller support including DualShock and DualSense
  • Accessibility: Adjustable Text Size, Camera Comfort, Custom Volume Controls, Adjustable Difficulty, Playable without Timed Input
  • Steam Achievements, Steam Cloud, Family Sharing
  • Steam Deck support coming soon — handheld verification pending; see Steam Deck Guide
  • Cross-Platform Multiplayer on Steam for co-op squads

None of these replace a firm release date—they show ABUTTON’s PC-first scope while TBA remains.

Practical checklist while you wait

  1. Wishlist on Steam and Epic if you use both launchers.
  2. Join Discord for test extensions or second-wave announcements.
  3. Finish the active playtest if access granted—feedback shapes 1.0.
  4. Read System Requirements before buying new hardware solely for launch.
  5. Watch How to Play for the official trailer without hunting reuploads.
  6. Bookmark Release and Wishlist—this page—for date updates.

After the playtest ends

When August 10, 2026 arrives—or if ABUTTON extends the window—players without access should still wishlist. Second tests, closed betas, or sudden release previews have preceded other indie roguelite launches. Missing the first test does not block launch enjoyment if you study wiki guides and verify specs early.

TBA is not idle time—it is the window to wishlist, learn the magitech loop, and arrive at launch day already invested in camp, companions, and ridiculous guns.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to the most common questions.

When does Guns and Dragons release?

No fixed date yet. Steam and Epic both list Coming soon / TBA. Wishlist either store and follow [Updates Hub](/updates/) for official changes.

Why should I wishlist if I already have playtest access?

Playtest access does not guarantee launch notifications. Wishlisting the main Steam or Epic listing ensures release, pricing, and update emails reach you.

Will playtest progress carry to launch?

Assume wipes between playtest phases unless ABUTTON states otherwise on Steam. Treat test progress as learning, not guaranteed launch saves.

Is the Epic version available at launch?

Epic lists Coming soon alongside Steam. Expect PC parity, but verify Epic's page when purchase goes live—playtests so far used Steam Request Access.

Where will ABUTTON announce the release date?

Primary sources are the Steam store page, Epic listing, official Discord, and press posts summarized on this wiki's [Updates Hub](/updates/).