When did SAND: Raiders of Sophie release?

SAND: Raiders of Sophie launched into Steam Early Access on June 22, 2026, on PC. It was originally planned for June 10 but was delayed after a Server Slam stress test exposed server problems.

When is the full 1.0 release of SAND: Raiders of Sophie?

There is no exact 1.0 date. The developers expect Early Access to last about a year, which points to a full release around mid-2027.

SAND: Raiders of Sophie Release Date

Last updated: June 27, 2026

SAND: Raiders of Sophie launched into Steam Early Access on June 22, 2026 (PC only). It was originally set for June 10 but was delayed after a stress test exposed server issues. The full 1.0 release is expected around mid-2027.

Full release timeline

Date	Milestone
June 10, 2026	Original Early Access date (delayed)
June 22, 2026	✅ Steam Early Access launch (PC)
Late 2026 – 2027	Expected console (PS5 / Xbox) window
~Mid-2027	Estimated full 1.0 release

Why was the launch delayed?

The launch was pushed from June 10 to June 22 after a pre-release "Server Slam" stress test drew tens of thousands of players and overwhelmed the backend — reports pointed to failures once a region passed roughly 4,000 concurrent users. The team took the extra time to shore up servers and ship a roadmap based on that feedback. If you're hitting connection problems now, see our server status guide.

How long will Early Access last?

The developers estimate about one year in Early Access, though they've stressed that's a rough figure shaped by community feedback. During this time, expect new weapons, additional Trampler compartments, more islands and an expanded crafting system. That timeline puts a likely full 1.0 launch around mid-2027, with the PS5 and Xbox Series X|S versions arriving during or at the end of Early Access.

Frequently asked questions

When did SAND: Raiders of Sophie come out?: June 22, 2026, in Steam Early Access on PC.
Is it fully released?: No — it's in Early Access. Full 1.0 is estimated around mid-2027.
Why was it delayed?: A Server Slam stress test revealed backend problems, so the team delayed from June 10 to June 22.

See platform status on the Xbox and PS5 pages.