Aniimo Release Date: Platforms, Beta Access, and Launch Details

If you are searching for the official Aniimo release date, here is the short answer: Aniimo launched on September 16, 2026 on PC and consoles, with mobile following on September 23, 2026. Developed by Pawprint Studio and published by FunPlus, this open-world creature-catching RPG set out to redefine the genre. Revealed during the 2025 Xbox Games Showcase, the game completed multiple rounds of closed beta testing before going live.

In this guide, we break down everything about the Aniimo release date — the exact unlock times, platforms, beta history, and how the global launch played out.

Last updated: September 24, 2026 — the game is live: both launch waves (September 16 and September 23) are behind us.

Confirmed Aniimo Release Date and Timeline

The launch shipped as a staggered, two-wave release: September 16, 2026 for PC and consoles (Steam, Epic Games Store, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S) and September 23, 2026 for mobile (iOS and Android). Revealed to the world during the 2025 Xbox Games Showcase, Aniimo (sometimes referred to by its community name, 阿尼莫) quickly became one of the most talked-about launches of the year.

Exact Unlock Times

The official PlayStation store listing pins the PC and console unlock at 10:00 AM UTC+8 on September 16, 2026 — that is 2:00 AM UTC, or the evening of September 15 in the Americas (6:00 PM ET / 3:00 PM PT). Server regions usually open in waves around that moment; our pre-load and unlock time guide keeps the per-platform timetable, and the mobile unlock hour on September 23 was not separately announced.

Rather than rushing the launch, Pawprint Studio appears to be taking a careful, community-driven approach. The team gathered player feedback from its closed beta tests to polish the game’s real-time combat and open-world mechanics. With launch day behind us, the server status page stays worth bookmarking — launch-window queues and login errors were the norm for the first 48 hours, and that hub separates official outages from local network issues in minutes.

Confirmed Facts:

• PC & consoles: September 16, 2026 — official unlock 10:00 UTC+8 (02:00 UTC)
• Mobile (iOS/Android): September 23, 2026 — live since that morning
• Platforms: PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Mobile
• Official reveal: 2025 Xbox Games Showcase

Rumors & Expectations:

• The exact release dates are confirmed — September 16 and September 23, 2026.
• Early community guesses pointed to a Q3 or Q4 2026 window; the confirmed dates landed exactly in that window.

Platforms and Download Availability at Launch

Now that the Aniimo release date has arrived, the game is available across a wide array of hardware. As a free-to-play title, it aims to be as accessible as possible, bridging the gap between high-end console/PC gaming and mobile play.

Here is a breakdown of where you can expect to play Aniimo:

Platform	Availability	Launch Date	Notes
PC (Steam)	Confirmed	September 16, 2026	Live store page; supports Wishlists and pre-registration
PC (Epic Games)	Confirmed	September 16, 2026	Live alongside Steam since day one
PlayStation 5	Confirmed	September 16, 2026	Unlock listed at 10:00 UTC+8
Xbox Series X|S	Confirmed	September 16, 2026	Supports Xbox Play Anywhere
Mobile (iOS/Android)	Confirmed	September 23, 2026	Cross-platform progression — see the platforms guide

Note: Aniimo is a standalone game developed by Pawprint Studio and published by FunPlus. It is NOT a Roblox experience, despite visual similarities some might draw to user-generated content.

Closed Beta History and Pre-Registration

With the September 16, 2026 release date now behind us, pre-registration has done its job. Aniimo’s closed beta tests concluded — the most recent was the July 2026 Global Closed Beta — and global pre-registration ran all the way to launch.

Pre-registration ultimately surpassed the milestone of 5 million registered players. It secured launch rewards for everyone who signed up, and the continent of Idyll was waiting with the game’s core “Twine” bonding system — a unique mechanic that lets Pathfinders see through the eyes of their bonded creatures and wield their abilities in real-time combat.

Now that the game is live, these are the channels worth keeping:

Step	Action Required	Expected Outcome
1	Visit the official Aniimo website	Access pre-registration portals
2	Link your email or platform account	Secure your launch rewards and account
3	Join the official Aniimo Discord	Get real-time alerts on events and updates
4	Watch official YouTube channel	Catch developer logs and launch announcements

What Launch Settled — and What to Watch Next

Launch settled the big pre-release unknowns: the game is free-to-play, and monetization runs through an optional battle pass, a cosmetic shop, and gacha mechanics for cosmetic variants — none of it required to download and play.

The creature roster keeps evolving post-launch: official showcases highlighted a handful of magical companions before release, and the full creature list, evolution lines, and stat distributions are now documented across this wiki.

Revealed Creature	Status & Details
Helmut	Shown in official trailers; appears to be a sturdy, defensive companion.
Emberpup	A fire-affiliated creature shown prominently in early gameplay.
Eko	Showcased utilizing dynamic real-time mobility abilities.
Eklue	Featured in combat showcases, highlighting elemental attacks.
Darkler	Mysterious creature; specific combat mechanics TBA.

Creature stats, exact abilities, and evolution requirements can still shift with balance patches now that the game is live. For post-launch news, the official Aniimo social channels and the Steam store page remain the fastest sources — and this wiki tracks the roster in the creatures hub.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the exact Aniimo release date?

Aniimo launched on September 16, 2026 on PC (Steam and Epic Games Store), PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S, with mobile (iOS and Android) following on September 23, 2026.

Is Aniimo free to play?

Yes, Aniimo is free to download and play on all launch platforms, with optional monetization — a battle pass, a cosmetic shop, and Glimmer — layered on top of the base game.

What platforms will Aniimo be available on?

Aniimo launched on Steam and the Epic Games Store for PC, as well as PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S on September 16, 2026, with mobile devices (iOS and Android) following on September 23, 2026. It is not a Roblox game.

Can I still sign up for the Aniimo Closed Beta?

Aniimo’s closed beta tests are finished — most recently the July 2026 Global Closed Beta — and the game is now live since September 16, 2026. There is no beta to join — download the free client on your platform and start playing.

What is the Aniimo pre-registration reward?

Aniimo surpassed 5 million global pre-registrations before launch. If you pre-registered, check your in-game mailbox and account for launch rewards — and see the codes page for the launch gift codes everyone can redeem.

When does Aniimo come out?

Aniimo came out on September 16, 2026 for PC (Steam and Epic Games Store), PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S, and on September 23, 2026 for mobile (iOS and Android).

Will Aniimo be on PS5?

Yes — Aniimo launched on PlayStation 5 on day one, September 16, 2026, as a free-to-play title. PS5 is one of the launch platforms alongside PC and Xbox Series X|S.

Will Aniimo have multiplayer or co-op?

Yes, Aniimo is an open-world action RPG that features co-op and multiplayer fantasy quests. You can team up with friends to explore the continent of Idyll and battle alongside your bonded creatures.