Armatus
Roguelite shooter in demon-ruined Paris, out January 2027
- PS5
- Xbox Series X|S
- PC
- Switch 2
Release date
7 January 2027
The story so far
What we know about Armatus
Armatus is a third-person roguelite shooter from Counterplay Games, the studio behind Godfall, and publisher Fictions. It is set in the demon-infested ruins of Paris, where the world has collapsed and the last survivors shelter behind holy wards. The player takes the role of the last supernatural warrior of an ancient order.
The goal is to search the broken city for the Sunless Gate, described as a lost gateway to heaven. According to the developer, the game blends modern firearms, supernatural powers and a little melee, with an arsenal that includes SMGs and shotguns and abilities such as holy fire and time manipulation. Each run offers different build choices.
The structure follows the roguelite pattern the studio sums up as fight, die, repeat, with progression carried between attempts. Armatus was announced on 20 November 2025, had a limited PC demo during Steam Next Fest in February 2026 and returned at the PC Gaming Show in June 2026. A release date trailer in August 2026 set the launch for 7 January 2027 on PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Switch 2 and PC, with Game Pass support. Pricing has not been announced in the sources reviewed.
What to expect from Armatus
Based on what the developer and publisher have shown so far.
- 01
Guns plus celestial powers
Combat mixes modern firearms such as SMGs and shotguns with supernatural abilities like holy fire and time manipulation, and a bit of melee, according to the developer.
- 02
A new build every run
The studio promises dynamic build choices for each run, with abilities and passive upgrades shaping how you fight, in the fight-die-repeat roguelite loop.
- 03
Progress that carries over
Dying is part of the design. So far the game is described as keeping progression between attempts, so each failed run should still move you forward.
- 04
Boss encounters in ruined Paris
The February 2026 PC demo ended with a large demon boss called The Monument, which hints at big set-piece fights inside the ruined city.
See it for yourself
Confirmed. Unconfirmed. Clear.
A quick way to separate official information from speculation.
Confirmed
- Release date is 7 January 2027 on PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Switch 2 and PC (Steam and Microsoft Store).Gematsu
- The game will also be available through Game Pass.Gematsu
- Counterplay Games develops and Fictions publishes.Gematsu
- A limited-time PC demo ran on Steam from 23 February to 2 March 2026 during Steam Next Fest.Gematsu
- The Steam store page is live, and an official release date trailer is on the Fictions YouTube channel.Steam
Not confirmed
Price
No price or preorder details were found in the sources reviewed. Check the Steam page and console stores for updates.
Co-op or multiplayer
Player count and any co-op modes have not been clearly stated. Armatus is presented as a single-player-style roguelite so far.
Another demo
The Steam demo was limited in time. A new demo or one for consoles has not been announced.
Length and content
The number of areas, weapons and bosses, and post-launch plans such as DLC, have not been detailed.
Rumours are labelled and linked to their source.
Timeline
The road to release, from announcement to launch.
20 November 2025
Armatus is announced with a trailer for PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Switch 2 and PC, targeting 2026. Gematsu
23 February 2026
Limited-time PC demo opens on Steam for Steam Next Fest, running until 2 March. Gematsu
7 June 2026
New trailer and screenshots at the PC Gaming Show; release window set to winter 2026. Gematsu
27 August 2026
Release date trailer sets the launch for 7 January 2027, with Game Pass availability. Gematsu
7 January 2027
Planned release on PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Switch 2 and PC. Gematsu
Waiting for Armatus? Play these
Our best guesses until it is out, picked for the same kind of experience.
Returnal
Third-person roguelite shooter with fast gunplay and a die-and-retry loop where each run changes your build.
Remnant II
Third-person shooter with supernatural enemies, big boss fights and replayable runs built around build choices.
Hades
The reference roguelite for fast action, permanent progression between deaths and a hellish setting.
Doom Eternal
Fast, aggressive shooting against demons, mixing firearms with special abilities.
Godfall
Made by the same studio, Counterplay Games: loot-driven third-person action with a heavenly, ornate look.
Devil May Cry 5
Stylish demon-slaying action that rewards mixing weapons and abilities in fluid combat.
Frequently asked questions
Quick answers to what people search for most.
When is Armatus released?
Armatus is scheduled for 7 January 2027. It had earlier been targeted at 2026 and then winter 2026 before the date was set.
Which platforms is Armatus coming to?
PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Switch 2 and PC. The PC version is listed on Steam and the Microsoft Store.
Is there a trailer for Armatus?
Yes. Publisher Fictions has an official release date trailer on YouTube, and the game has been shown earlier at the PC Gaming Show.
Is there a demo?
A limited-time PC demo ran on Steam from 23 February to 2 March 2026. No new demo has been announced.
Is Armatus on Game Pass?
Yes. The game is announced to be available via Game Pass. Check the official Xbox page for which tiers include it at launch.
What is Armatus about?
It is a third-person roguelite shooter in the ruins of Paris overrun by demons, where the last warrior of an ancient order hunts for the Sunless Gate. It is a new game, not a sequel.