Project Evilbane
Four-player co-op action RPG, date not announced
- PC
- Xbox Series X|S
Release date
Date not announced
The story so far
What we know about Project Evilbane
Project EVILBANE is a four-player co-op action RPG developed by Netmarble Monster and published by Netmarble. It is set in a dark fantasy kingdom torn apart by humans, demons and traitors, and can be played solo or online with up to four players. Combat is class-free: players switch freely between ranged and melee weapons and customise their skills through a skill tree.
Missions are tactical and built around teamwork, with multi-stage boss fights that call for coordination. The PC version is planned for the second half of 2026 on Steam and the Microsoft Store, with Xbox Series following in 2027, according to the announcement in September 2025. The Steam page still lists the release date as to be announced, and a Steam playtest is scheduled to start on 15 October 2026.
What to expect from Project Evilbane
Based on what the developer and publisher have shown so far.
- 01
Class-free combat
Players switch freely between ranged and melee weapons and customise their skills, so builds are not locked to a class.
- 02
Co-op boss fights
Tactical missions and multi-stage bosses are built around teams of up to four players, with solo play also supported.
- 03
Playtest in October
The Steam playtest starting 15 October 2026 is meant to test core combat and balance ahead of launch.
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Confirmed
- Four-player co-op action RPG that can also be played solo, with free switching between ranged and melee weapons.Steam (Netmarble)
- Developed by Netmarble Monster and published by Netmarble. The Steam page lists the release date as to be announced.Steam (Netmarble)
- PC release planned for the second half of 2026 (Steam and Microsoft Store), Xbox Series in 2027.Gematsu
- A Steam playtest is scheduled to begin on 15 October 2026, with sign-ups open on the Steam page.Gamestic
- Ten languages are supported on Steam, including English, German, Japanese and Korean. The developer discloses generative AI use for background object assets, UI icons and localisation.Steam (Netmarble)
Not confirmed
Exact release date
Only a window of the second half of 2026 for PC has been given, and the Steam page shows the date as to be announced.
PlayStation and Switch versions
Only PC and Xbox Series are announced. No other platforms have been mentioned.
Price and business model
No price has been listed on the Steam page.
Rumours are labelled and linked to their source.
Timeline
The road to release, from announcement to launch.
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Path of Exile 2
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Frequently asked questions
Quick answers to what people search for most.
When is Project EVILBANE released?
No exact date is announced. PC is planned for the second half of 2026 and Xbox Series for 2027, and the Steam page lists the date as to be announced.
Which platforms is Project EVILBANE coming to?
PC via Steam and the Microsoft Store, and Xbox Series X|S in 2027.
Can I play Project EVILBANE solo?
Yes. Steam lists both single-player and online co-op for up to four players.
Is there a playtest?
A Steam playtest is scheduled to start on 15 October 2026. You can request access on the Steam page.