Escape From Tarkov has finally confirmed its long-anticipated Steam release after eight years in early access away from the platform. Nevertheless, the exact release date is still pending announcement from the developer, Battlestate Games.

The multiplayer extraction shooter has cultivated a devoted community outside of Steam since its early access launch in July 2017. It offers a hardcore shooter experience, filling a unique niche in the FPS genre. Battlestate Games has worked diligently to update and evolve the game with significant patches, keeping it fresh ahead of its official launch.

Escape From Tarkov is Coming to Steam, but Release Date Uncertain

In a statement on social media, Battlestate Studios head Nikita Buyanov confirmed the game’s Steam page “will be available soon,” and further details will follow. It’s quite unusual for a title like Escape From Tarkov to gain such immense popularity on PC without being listed on primary distribution platforms. A Steam release could substantially benefit the game in terms of long-term sustainability.

Importantly, while Battlestate Games has yet to clarify Escape From Tarkov’s exact launch date on Steam, recent announcements indicate the game will exit early access on November 15 after eight years. The proximity of the Steam launch may coincide with this milestone, so players holding out for a Steam version might not have to wait much longer.

Escape From Tarkov’s 1.0 release could usher in an exciting time for the game. An influx of new players may invigorate the community, and there are indications that Battlestate Games will continue to introduce new content beyond the initial launch. Although discussions around a console port have yet to materialize, it will be intriguing to see if circumstances change as post-1.0 development priorities are established.