FAQ
Facts, short form
Is this a battle royale or an extraction shooter?
No. Three teams fight one Control Zone. The studio explicitly rejects both labels.
When does it launch?
Closed Beta 21–23 August 2026. Early Access 10 September 2026. Full release is undated; EA is sketched at 1–2 years.
How much does it cost?
EA entry is $39.99. The studio describes a rise to $49.99 during EA and $59.99 at 1.0.
How do I get into the beta?
A pre-order guarantees a slot. Request Access is a queue with no guarantee.
Is there a battle pass or paid cash?
For Early Access the studio promises no in-match microtransactions. There is a paid Supporter Pack of cosmetics. Cash is not sold for real money.
How much content at launch?
Publicly: 3 maps with 3 variations, 37 weapons and 21 vehicles. Those are studio figures and can move in patches.
Is there SBMM?
The studio talks about a server browser, not hidden skill-based matchmaking.
Is this the official site?
No. WD Help is an independent fan reference. Official channels are Steam, Discord and the Bulkhead / Team17 sites.
Official storefront: https://store.steampowered.com/app/1867240/WARDOGS/