When will DON’T NOD’s sci-fi adventure, Aphelion, arrive? What do we know about it? GameWatcher examines all the available information.
The developer behind Life is Strange, Lost Records, Jusant, and Banishers: Ghosts of New Eden is back with a sci-fi adventure where survival is the buzzword.
Astronauts Ariane and Thomas crash-land on the frozen planet Persephone, a planet discovered on the edge of our solar system. Separated by the crash, Ariane must venture forth across the harsh landscape to find a wounded Thomas, facing treacherous climbs, deadly weather, and a stalking threat.
The adventure will alternate between Ariane and Thomas, with Ariane’s sections more action-heavy, relying solely on her exploration tools and wits to tackle the challenges Persephone presents.
It’s quite the departure from previous DON’T NOD games in setting, but carries the hallmarks of all its third-person storytelling prowess with climbing mechanics akin to those found in Jusant.
So when can we get a grip on the frozen handholds of Persephone? Let’s see what we know so far.
Aphelion Release Date
Aphelion is scheduled for release in 2026, but the exact date is still unknown.
Aphelion Gameplay
Impressions incoming.
Aphelion Platforms, Price, and Preorders
Aphelion will be released on PS5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC. It’s priced at around £34.99 for a physical copy, with digital pricing yet to be announced. You can pre-order Aphelion physical copies at most gaming retailers. On digital storefronts, you can add the game to your wishlist.
Aphelion Trailers
The reveal trailer came at the 2025 Xbox Games Showcase.
In October 2025, a new trailer showed us everything our protagonists will have to survive on the icy planet.
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