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Explore Auroria in XLGAMES’ online action RPG, set roughly 50 years after the original ArcheAge. Prepare for weapon-based action combat, cooperative adventures, housing, crafting, farming and trade.
- Release date TBA
- Network Test: Sep 12–13, 2026 (EDT)
- 20-player raids
- 100 GB PC storage
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Gameplay Basics
Understand exploration, the story premise and the main activities in Auroria.
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Combat & Classes
Learn how weapons, movement and defense shape your playstyle.
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Life Skills & Farming
Explore gathering, crafting and the role of farming in the economy.
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Housing & Trading
Discover homes, shared communities and the risks of trade routes.
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What is ArcheAge Chronicles?
An experienced explorer linked to a trading company arrives in the rediscovered land of Auroria. Ancient ruins and a catastrophic airship crash set the scene for a story built around discovery in a shared online world.
Melee, ranged and magical combat emphasize movement, timing, combos, blocks and parries. Hunting, gathering, farming, crafting, customizable homes and risky trade journeys connect exploration with the player economy.
Browse all guides- Developer
- XLGAMES
- Platforms
- Steam / Epic / PS5 / Xbox Series X|S
- Genre
- Online Action RPG
- Release
- To be announced
- Next Test
- Sep 12–13, 2026 (EDT)
- Raid Size
- 20 players
- PC Storage
- 100 GB
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Browse every guide by category.
Release
Release timing, delays and the current development picture.
Getting Started
Gameplay, the game engine and what is known about pricing and monetization.
Testing
Playtest applications, eligibility and the difference between test phases.
Classes
Weapon styles, character options and the evolving class system.
Platforms
PC requirements, console availability and unconfirmed platform features.
Combat
Action combat, weapons, dungeons and the announced PvP systems.
Life & World
Auroria, farming, housing, transport and dangerous trade routes.
Community
Official news, community channels, reviews and the partner program.
Release Date & Platforms
Steam lists the release date as to be announced. The reported Q4 2026 Early Access plan is a release window, not a confirmed launch date. Check official store announcements before making plans.
- Steam ReleaseTBA
The official Steam store currently lists the planned release date as To be announced.
- Steam PlaytestOpen
The Steam store currently allows players to request access to the ArcheAge Chronicles Playtest.
- PlatformsConfirmed
The official ArcheAge Chronicles site provides wishlist links for Steam, Epic Games, PlayStation, and Xbox.
- DeveloperOfficial
ArcheAge Chronicles is developed by XLGAMES.
Network Test: How to Join
The September 2026 Network Test is the first major public opportunity to experience an early build through Steam. It is limited to selected Steam users in the United States and Canada and focuses primarily on early-game areas.
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Visit the ArcheAge Chronicles Steam page while Playtest access requests are available.
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Click Request Access to enter the participant pool; requesting access does not guarantee selection.
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Selected Steam users in the United States and Canada can join the test from September 12 at 19:00 to September 13 at 01:00 EDT.
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Pre-download the test build before the session begins; the test contains a limited selection of content focused mainly on early areas.
Beginner’s Guide to Auroria
Learn the confirmed story premise, exploration loop, combat fundamentals, and sandbox systems before entering Auroria. This beginner overview focuses only on mechanics and progression elements already described by XLGAMES.
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Begin your journey in the rediscovered land of Auroria as an experienced explorer connected to an established trading company.
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Explore ancient ruins and investigate a catastrophic airship crash while uncovering the mysteries surrounding Auroria.
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Choose from different weapons and skills, then learn melee, ranged, or magical combat alongside rolling, dashing, blocking, and parrying.
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Expand beyond combat through hunting, gathering, farming, crafting, housing, recipes, and player trading.
PC System Requirements
Check the official PC specifications before downloading ArcheAge Chronicles or joining a Steam test. The current requirements call for 16 GB RAM and an RTX 3060 Ti at minimum, with 100 GB of available storage.
- Minimum
Windows 10 64-bit, Intel Core i5-12400 or AMD Ryzen 5 5600, 16 GB RAM, and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti.
- Recommended
Windows 11 64-bit, Intel Core i7-12700 or AMD Ryzen 7 5700X, 32 GB RAM, and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Ti.
- Storage100 GB
100 GB of available storage is listed for both minimum and recommended configurations.
- Architecture
A 64-bit processor and 64-bit operating system are required.
Combat & Weapon Builds
Action combat rewards weapon choice, positioning and timing. Melee, ranged and magical playstyles have been announced; final balance and a definitive build ranking are not yet established.
- Weapon Builds
Players can combine a variety of weapons and skills to create different combat builds.
- Melee
Close-quarters melee is one of the officially confirmed combat styles.
- Ranged
Ranged attacks provide a confirmed alternative to close-range combat.
- Magic
Powerful magic is officially listed alongside melee and ranged playstyles.
- Mobility & Defense
Combat includes jumping, falling, rolling, dashing, blocking, and parrying, while developer updates also describe combo-driven and weapon-specific skills.
Raids & PvE
PvE content ranges from solo-friendly encounters to large cooperative raid battles. XLGAMES has confirmed twenty-player raids, world events, open-world raid bosses, and the return of Crimson Rift.
- 20-Player Raids20 Players
Developer information confirms raid content designed for twenty players.
- Solo & Party PvE
Outside of main-story progression, most PvE encounters are planned to support both solo players and full parties.
- World Events
Players can participate in PvE world events across the shared online world.
- Open-World Bosses
Open-world raid bosses are confirmed as part of the PvE activity lineup.
- Crimson Rift
The developer diary specifically confirms the return of the iconic Crimson Rift game mode.
Life Skills & Housing
Life skills remain a major part of the ArcheAge identity, with hunting, gathering, farming, crafting, recipes, and housing all officially confirmed. Housing uses dedicated areas and supports extensive customization and shared living spaces.
- Hunting
Hunting is listed as one of the game's confirmed life-skill activities.
- Gathering
Players can gather resources throughout Auroria as part of the life-skill system.
- Farming
Farming returns as a confirmed activity tied to the broader sandbox economy.
- Crafting
Crafting is tied to character growth and the player economy, with new recipes available to learn.
- Housing
Housing features dedicated zones, extensive home customization, shared living spaces, and town-like player communities.
Trading & Transport
Trading returns as a core economic and adventure system rather than a simple marketplace activity. Confirmed mechanics include regional trade goods, wagons and carts, dangerous trade runs, route defense, and increasing PvP risk as the stakes rise.
- Trade Goods
Players can create trade goods and sell them in different regions.
- Transport
The developers have confirmed the return of familiar transportation methods including wagons and carts.
- Trade Runs
Trade runs cross dangerous territories and are designed around stronger risk-and-reward decisions.
- Route Defense
Players can cooperate with comrades to defend trade routes from dangerous enemies.
- PvP Risk
Developer information states that PvP encounters become more likely as the stakes of higher-level trade journeys increase.
Frequently Asked Questions
When does the game release?
Steam lists the release date as to be announced. A reported Q4 2026 Early Access plan does not establish an exact release day.
Who can join the September test?
Selected Steam users in the United States and Canada. The announced session runs from September 12 at 19:00 to September 13 at 01:00 EDT. Requesting access does not guarantee selection.
Is this the original ArcheAge?
No. ArcheAge Chronicles is a separate online action RPG set roughly 50 years later in Auroria. Do not assume that original-game codes or builds apply.
Can I play solo?
The developers describe solo-friendly exploration and many PvE encounters alongside cooperative activities and 20-player raids.
Is this an official website?
No. This independent fan wiki is not affiliated with XLGAMES or Kakao Games.
Prepare for Your Journey
Start with the gameplay overview, then explore combat, life skills and the latest test information.