Resonance is a standalone prequel set 15 years before A Plague Tale: Requiem, the previous games are not required.
Release date
Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy launched on August 27, 2026, verified via the Steam store, Xbox store and PlayStation Store. The reported global unlock time is 16:00 UTC (9:00 PDT / 12:00 EDT / 17:00 BST / 18:00 CEST).
Unlock time by region (reported)
| Time zone | Local unlock |
|---|---|
| UTC | 16:00, Aug 27 |
| Pacific (PDT) | 09:00, Aug 27 |
| Eastern (EDT) | 12:00, Aug 27 |
| British (BST) | 17:00, Aug 27 |
| Central European (CEST) | 18:00, Aug 27 |
| China (CST) | 00:00, Aug 28 |
Unlock times are reported from launch coverage, verify on your storefront before the date.
Platforms
- PlayStation 5, available on the PlayStation Store (PSN); reported as PS5 Pro enhanced.
- Xbox Series X|S
- PC (Windows), no macOS or Linux build; PC keys are sold via Steam and the Microsoft Store
Regional-language searches for the date all point to the same answer: German players searchingerscheinungsdatum, Polish players searching premiera, and English "release date" all resolve to August 27, 2026.
Game Pass availability
The game launched Day One on Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass, available on Cloud, Xbox Series X|S, Handheld and PC. One launch report (KitGuru) notes that console players need Game Pass Ultimate for major day-one releases, verify tier details on xbox.com before subscribing.
Physical & special editions
There is no standard physical "special edition" tier: the main add-on is the IGN-exclusive Collector Box ($169), which contains a numbered Sophia & Theseus figurine, a SteelBook, art prints and a ring replica, without the game itself. The Heritage Pack DLC ($3.99) was the pre-order bonus and is sold separately. Console discs are available through the usual stores; the PS5 version is reported as PS5 Pro enhanced.
Is it a sequel or a prequel?
It's a prequel set 15 years before A Plague Tale: Requiem, and a standalone spin-off, previous games are not required.
Do I need to play the previous games?
No. Asobo confirmed in an official FAQ that Resonance is a standalone title. That said, players who finished Requiem will recognise Sophia and get more out of the connective lore.
Release date FAQ
- Is it out now? Yes, released August 27, 2026.
- Is there a physical release? The Collector Box is physical merch but does not include the game; check console stores for disc availability.
- Is it on PS5 Pro? Reported as PS5 Pro enhanced; console performance modes cover Quality (30 FPS) and Performance (60 FPS).
Is it on Game Pass right now?
Yes. Resonance launched Day One on Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass on August 27, 2026, and remains in the catalogue as of this page's last check. It covers Cloud, Xbox Series X|S, Handheld and PC. One caveat from launch coverage: console players need the Ultimate tier for major day-one releases under the current Game Pass structure, confirm your tier on xbox.com before subscribing.
What "on Game Pass" means for this title specifically: the base game is fully included, all 14 chapters, achievements and progression, and you can buy the Heritage Pack DLC separately on top. There's no timed-trial lock, no missing content vs. retail, and saves persist if you later buy the game outright. Players often search "gamepass" (one word), same answer: yes, it's on Game Pass. For a 12-14 hour campaign, a single month of subscription is realistically enough to finish it.
What time can I play?
The reported global unlock is 16:00 UTC on August 27, that's 9 AM in the Pacific US, noon on the East Coast, 5 PM in the UK, 6 PM across Central Europe, and midnight on August 28 in China. Digital pre-loads were available before launch on Steam and console stores.
A global simultaneous unlock means the same instant everywhere, there's no "New Zealand trick" for this one. Because the game is now out, the unlock time only matters if you're picking it up late and want to know when the day-one patch or DLC lands; storefronts roll those out in the same 16:00 UTC window.
Release date questions
When does Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy come out?
It launched on August 27, 2026. The global unlock was reported at 16:00 UTC (9:00 PDT / 12:00 EDT / 17:00 BST / 18:00 CEST).
Which platforms is it on?
PS5, Xbox Series X|S and PC (Windows only, no macOS or Linux build).
Is it on Game Pass at launch?
Yes, Day One on Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass, covering Cloud, Xbox Series X|S, Handheld and PC. One report notes console players need Game Pass Ultimate for day-one releases.
Is it a sequel or prequel?
A prequel, set 15 years before A Plague Tale: Requiem. It is also a standalone spin-off, previous games are not required.
Do I need to play Innocence and Requiem first?
No. Asobo has confirmed it is a standalone title, though series fans will recognise Sophia from Requiem.
Sources: Steam store (official), Xbox.com store, PlayStation Store, GameRant, Game Pass day one, KitGuru, Game Pass wave. Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy content and assets remain the property of Asobo Studio and Focus Entertainment.