If you’ve been itching to jump back into the Belt, grab your coffee and hunker down because we finally have the intel we’ve been waiting for. During the recent Xbox Partner Preview, developer Owlcat Games dropped a massive cargo hold of news regarding their upcoming sci-fi action RPG, The Expanse: Osiris Reborn. We finally have an official release window to circle on our calendars: the game is officially slated to launch in Spring 2027. While that feels like a long burn away, there’s a much closer window for those who want to get their hands on the controls early.
The most exciting news for the “join the crew early” crowd is the announcement of the Closed Beta, which kicks off on April 22, 2026. This isn’t just a quick stress test; it’s a beefy look at what the game actually feels like. Players will get to dive into a full mission set early in the story, exploring the Pinkwater 4 space station. You’ll get a first taste of the third-person tactical combat, experiment with dialogue choices that actually matter, and—most importantly—try out the zero-gravity movement and mag-boot mechanics that the series is famous for. You’ll even get to meet Zafar, a character who eventually joins your permanent crew.
Now, there is a catch: this isn’t an open-to-everyone situation. To get into the cockpit this April, you’ll need to become a Founder. Access is tied to the Miller’s Pack ($80) or the massive Collector’s Edition ($289), both available on the official website. It’s a bit of an investment, but for the hardcore OPA or Martian loyalists, it’s the only way to play a year ahead of schedule. The best part? Once you’re in the beta, you’re in—Owlcat has confirmed the beta will remain playable all the way up until the full launch.
For those waiting for the final version, The Expanse: Osiris Reborn is coming to PC (Steam, GOG, Epic), PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. In a huge win for subscribers, it’s also been confirmed as a Day One release on Xbox Game Pass. Whether you’re a custom-built Earther, Martian, or Belter, it looks like we’re finally getting the “Mass Effect-style” epic this universe deserves. So, keep your oxygen levels steady and your sensors clear—April 22 is coming up fast.
