Hull Rupture releases on November 4, 2026 for PC via Steam. Konfa Games announced the date on September 14, 2026, and the Steam store still displays it as of October 30, 2026. The game is a full launch, not an early access debut.
The confirmed date
Release date
November 4, 2026
Platforms
Windows, macOS, Linux / SteamOS
Store
Steam
Developer
Konfa Games
Publisher
tinyBuild
Price
Not announced
The release window is unusually clear for an indie strategy game: date, platforms, store page and demo are all public. The unknowns are the price, the exact unlock hour and the final mode lineup. We update this page when those are confirmed.
Launch time, price and pre-orders
The exact Steam unlock time has not been published. Steam releases usually go live during the day in US Pacific time, but do not plan around a specific hour until Konfa Games or tinyBuild confirms one. The countdown below targets 00:00 UTC on November 4 as a scheduling aid, not an official unlock time.
The price is also unannounced. There is no pre-order listing, no deluxe edition and no confirmed launch discount. If you see a key site advertising a “pre-order” price before the store lists one, treat it with suspicion.
Mission clock
Release: November 4, 2026
The Despot’s ship leaves drydock on November 4, 2026. Play the free demo now, then carry your production plan into the full release with three ships, six modes and four difficulty levels.
Countdown targets 00:00 UTC on the scheduled date. Steam unlock time may differ.
What launches on day one
The Steam page promises three ships, six modes and four difficulty levels. The demo currently offers one ship (Izumo) and two modes (Classic and Trade). The full release is expected to expand that roster, but the final mode lineup has not been fully documented.
- Three ships: only the Izumo is publicly detailed. The other two hulls change layouts, systems and loss thresholds.
- Six modes: Classic, Conquest, Cursed, Uneventful, Pure and Impossible were named in a preview. Endless is confirmed as a separate release mode, so the final six may differ.
- Four difficulty levels: higher difficulties add guarded locations and extra waves. Impossible unlocks after a campaign completion.
- Free demo: the demo is a separate app and may remain available after launch, but that is not guaranteed.
Endless is changing at launch
The demo’s Endless mode had balance and performance issues after wave 40. At release it becomes a separate mode with its own settings so it can be tuned independently from Classic. Do not expect the demo’s Endless progression to match the launch version.
Announcement and demo timeline
April 23, 2026
Hull Rupture announced
Konfa Games reveals the game and opens a playtest.
May 15, 2026
Playtest closes
Over 30,000 participants; median playtime of 1 hour 36 minutes.
June 15, 2026
Free demo launches
Steam Next Fest demo with tutorial, Classic, Trade and the Izumo.
July 16, 2026
Next Fest recap
25,389 players, 93% positive demo reviews and a preview of the shop rework.
September 14, 2026
Release date announced
November 4, 2026 locked in alongside Hull Construction and themed boxes.
September 25, 2026
Patch v0.10.12
Rat Turret and improved kit randomization.
October 22, 2026
Hull Construction deep dive
Fifteen shapes, placement rules, stilts and route planning.
November 4, 2026
Full release
Scheduled Steam launch for Windows, macOS and Linux.
Pre-launch checklist
- Wishlist the game on Steam so you get the launch notification. The store page is the only reliable source for the unlock hour.
- Play the demo tutorial. It is the best preparation for the full game’s controls and economy.
- Check your system. Minimum specs are modest but specific; see the system requirements page.
- Decide your first mode. Classic is the right starting point for almost everyone. Read the ships and modes guide before experimenting.
- Read the first-run guide. Twenty waves is long enough that a bad opening compounds; the beginner guide prevents the common traps.
- Do not buy from unofficial key sites. No price or pre-order bonus is confirmed. Wait for the Steam listing.
Hull Rupture release date FAQ
Quick answers
Launch questions
When does Hull Rupture come out?
Hull Rupture is scheduled to release on November 4, 2026 for PC via Steam. The date was announced on September 14, 2026 and is displayed on the Steam store page.
What time does Hull Rupture unlock?
The exact Steam unlock time has not been announced. Steam releases typically go live during the day in US Pacific time, but Konfa Games has not published a specific hour. The countdown on this page targets 00:00 UTC on the scheduled date and may differ from the actual unlock.
How much will Hull Rupture cost?
The price has not been announced as of October 30, 2026. The demo is free, and the full game has no listed pre-order price on Steam.
Which platforms is Hull Rupture launching on?
Steam lists Windows, macOS and Linux/SteamOS. No PS5, Xbox, Switch or mobile version has been announced.
Will Hull Rupture be on Game Pass?
No Game Pass launch has been announced. The Steam page lists the game as a paid standalone release published by tinyBuild.
Is Hull Rupture early access?
No. The November 4, 2026 release is presented as the full launch, not an early access debut. The demo is a separate free preview.
Does Hull Rupture support Steam Deck?
There is no official Steam Deck Verified rating at the time of writing. A Linux build exists, so compatibility is plausible, but Valve verification and Konfa Games confirmation are still pending.
Dates can move
The November 4 date is confirmed by the developer and store page, but release dates can slip. This page will record any change with a dated update. Do not treat a countdown as a guarantee.
