No, WARDOGS is not on PS5 or Xbox yet: today it is a PC game on Steam only, in Early Access since September 10, 2026. BULKHEAD has confirmed console versions for 2028, and reports of the announcement name PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S as the platforms.
That is a long wait, so below we cover exactly what the studio has said, the Xbox Store listing that is already live, why consoles come so late, what is and is not known about crossplay, and how to play in the meantime.
What BULKHEAD Has Confirmed
The clearest statement is the studio’s pinned WARDOGS FAQ on the official Steam forums, written by a BULKHEAD developer: “The game is currently being developed for PC. Launching on consoles in 2028.” The same answer adds that controller support is limited in the current version.
- Consoles: 2028. No month, season or price has been given.
- Platforms: coverage of the reveal names PS5 and Xbox Series X|S. There is no PS4, Xbox One or Nintendo Switch version announced.
- PC today: Steam only, Windows only, $39.99 during Early Access. BULKHEAD’s Early Access notes on the Steam page say the price may rise closer to full release.
The Xbox Store Listing
Microsoft’s Xbox Store page for WARDOGS is already live under Team17 Digital and BULKHEAD. It cannot be bought yet, but you can add it to your wishlist, which is the easiest way to get notified when pre-orders open. The listing marks the game as optimized for Xbox Series X|S, supports online multiplayer for up to 100 players, and carries Microsoft’s cross-platform multiplayer tag.
We could not find a PlayStation Store listing as of September 29, 2026, so PS5 players have nothing to wishlist yet. Following the official WARDOGS channels is the best way to hear first.
Why Consoles Are So Far Away
BULKHEAD’s Early Access notes on Steam say it expects WARDOGS to stay in Early Access for “around 1 to 2 years,” and that the full version will add more maps, weapons and vehicles (fighter jets are named), deeper progression and a stronger seasonal meta. A 2028 console launch lines up with the end of that window, so console players should get something close to the finished 1.0 game rather than the Early Access build. Seasons are already rolling on PC, with Season 02 teased for October 15; our guide to whether progress resets each season explains how they work.
Controller play is the other piece. BULKHEAD calls mouse and keyboard the optimal input today and keeps aim assist deliberately light, so a full gamepad pass has to happen before consoles. Our controller support guide covers where that stands on PC.
What Is Known About Crossplay
Not announced. BULKHEAD has made no crossplay statement for consoles, and the Steam page has no cross-platform tag. The Xbox Store listing does carry a cross-platform multiplayer tag, which suggests at least some cross-platform play is planned on Xbox, but it does not say whether PS5 or Steam players are included. Treat anything more specific as a guess until the studio confirms it.
How to Play Now
The only way to play today is on a Windows PC through Steam. Linux and Steam Deck are not officially supported; our Steam Deck and Linux guide explains BULKHEAD’s stance. If your PC can run it, our beginner guide covers the three-team format, and how to play with friends explains squads. Every guide is on our WARDOGS guides hub.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is WARDOGS on PS5? Not yet. BULKHEAD plans console versions for 2028, and PS5 is named in coverage of that announcement, but there is no PlayStation Store listing yet.
Is WARDOGS on Xbox? Not yet. An Xbox Store page is live for wishlisting, but the game cannot be bought or played on Xbox until the 2028 console launch.
Can I pre-order WARDOGS on console? No. Neither console store takes pre-orders yet.
Will my PC progress carry over to console? Unannounced. BULKHEAD has not said whether accounts or progress will link across platforms.
Is WARDOGS on Game Pass? Nothing has been announced. BULKHEAD and Team17 have not mentioned Game Pass for the console version.