Returnal's successor Saros launches this week, and you can play it two days early if you are willing to pay a little extra. For fans of eldritch horror and manic bullet hell combat, Saros looks destined to be one of the year's favorite games.
Developed by Housemarque, the third-person roguelite shooter puts players in control of Arjun Devraj, portrayed by Midnight Mass star Rahul Kohli, as he investigates the disappearance of an off-world colony on the planet Carcosa. The game is set to launch on Thursday, April 30, but if the wait is too unbearable and you have extra cash to spare, you can play it two days early.
How to Get Early Access to Saros
You can obtain 48-hour early access by purchasing the digital deluxe edition from the PlayStation Store. Priced at £79.99, which is £10 more than the standard edition, it includes three additional in-game cosmetic items: the Astra armor, Onryo armor, and Midgard armor.
It is important to note that early access is only available through digital purchase. Physical copies will arrive when the game officially launches on April 30, 2026.
What Time Does Saros Early Access Start?
Although Housemarque has not specified the exact start time, a countdown on the PlayStation Store suggests it will begin on Tuesday, April 28 at 12am BST in the UK. It is expected to go live at midnight local time in other countries as well. If you have already pre-ordered digitally, you can pre-load Saros now to avoid waiting hours for the download at midnight. The game requires 83.33 GB of storage space.
What Is the Cheapest Pre-Order Deal on Saros?
For the best deal on physical copies, Currys is the top choice. Pre-ordering the game there before launch gives you a 10% discount from the starting price of £64.99, reducing it to £58.49. This price is cheaper than Amazon, Argos, and other retailers.
Is Saros a PS5 Exclusive?
Yes, Saros is exclusively available on PlayStation 5. According to reports, it will remain that way, as Sony is reportedly no longer bringing PlayStation 5 exclusives to PC, except for online multiplayer titles like Marathon and Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls.
Does Saros Have Multiplayer?
At launch, Saros is a single-player experience. However, considering its predecessor Returnal received a co-op mode as DLC, it is possible that some multiplayer functionality will be added later. Housemarque has not commented on this subject yet.
Is Saros a Sequel to Returnal?
While Saros builds on the foundations established in 2021's Returnal in terms of gameplay, it is an entirely separate story with a new protagonist. You can play Saros without having experienced Returnal, though we recommend trying Returnal because it is excellent. Saros is designed to welcome new players who might have been intimidated by Returnal's high difficulty, making it a better starting point for newcomers, even though both games are fundamentally similar.
