{"id":37173,"date":"2026-01-21T01:37:09","date_gmt":"2026-01-21T05:37:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/red94.net\/news\/arknights-endfield-launches-today-at-10-pm-est-on-ps5-pc-and-mobile\/"},"modified":"2026-01-21T01:37:22","modified_gmt":"2026-01-21T05:37:22","slug":"41793-arknights-endfield-launches-today-at-10-pm-est-on-ps5-pc-and-mobile","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/red94.net\/news\/41793-arknights-endfield-launches-today-at-10-pm-est-on-ps5-pc-and-mobile\/","title":{"rendered":"Arknights Endfield launches today at 10 PM EST on PS5, PC, and mobile"},"content":{"rendered":"

Arknights Endfield<\/b> launches TONIGHT at 10 PM EST<\/b> across PS5, PC, and mobile<\/b> platforms. The free-to-play action RPG from Hypergryph<\/b> marks a massive expansion for the Arknights franchise. Over 35 million<\/b> players have pre-registered for this highly anticipated title.<\/p>\n

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\ud83d\udd25 Quick Facts<\/h3>\n
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  • Global Launch<\/b>: January 21, 2026 at 10 PM EST (January 22 in most regions at 11 AM UTC+8)<\/li>\n
  • Platforms<\/b>: PS5, Windows PC, Android, iOS, Steam, and Epic Games Store<\/li>\n
  • Pre-Registrations<\/b>: Over 35 million players signed up before launch<\/li>\n
  • Cost Model<\/b>: Free-to-play with optional in-game purchases<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n

    Real-Time Combat Meets Strategy in a Stunning 3D World<\/h2>\n

    Arknights Endfield<\/b> blends fast-paced action with tactical squad-based gameplay. Players command up to 24 unique operators<\/b>, each with specialized abilities and combat roles. The game combines real-time 3D battles<\/b> with resource management, creating a hybrid experience unlike traditional tower defense games.<\/p>\n

    Set on the planet Talos-II<\/b>, the story unfolds over 150 years<\/b> after the original Arknights timeline. The visuals leverage Unity engine technology<\/b> to deliver some of the most impressive graphics in gacha gaming, with dynamic environments and detailed character animations.<\/p>\n

    Build Your Base with the Automated Industry Complex System<\/h2>\n

    One of Endfield’s defining features<\/b> is the Automated Industry Complex (AIC)<\/b>, a base-building factory system. This modular complex allows you to craft resources, produce equipment upgrades, and expand your industrial footprint. The AIC directly influences combat performance, merging strategy layers between battles.<\/p>\n

    The base-building mechanics reward long-term planning and resource optimization, giving casual and hardcore players distinct progression paths. Unlike pure action games, Endfield demands strategic factory management<\/b> to stay competitive in later stages.<\/p>\n

    System Requirements and Download Sizes for Each Platform<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
    Platform<\/td>\nMinimum Requirements<\/td>\nStorage Required<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    PC Windows<\/b><\/td>\nIntel Core i5-9400F, GTX 1060 6GB, 16GB RAM<\/td>\n60GB (90GB with unpacking)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    PS5<\/b><\/td>\nPlayStation 5 console<\/td>\nTBA<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    Android<\/b><\/td>\nSnapdragon 855, 6GB RAM<\/td>\n28GB free space<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    iOS<\/b><\/td>\niOS 11 or later, 3GB RAM<\/td>\n28GB free space<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n

    \n“Real-time squad combat and large-scale development on Talos-II. Launching globally on January 22 for PC, PS5, and mobile.”\n<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

    \u2014 Arknights Endfield Official<\/b>, Developer Statement<\/p>\n

    24 Operators Ready for Squad-Based Tactical Gameplay<\/h2>\n

    The roster includes 24 launch operators<\/b> spanning multiple classes like Guards, Casters, Supporters, and Specialists<\/b>. Each operator brings distinct combat abilities, gear progression, and team synergies. Character designs showcase exceptional detail, pushing mobile and console graphics boundaries.<\/p>\n

    Players will unlock operators through story progression, gacha pulls, and event rewards. The gacha system incorporates pity systems<\/b> to ensure long-term players eventually acquire desired characters. Early access reviewers praised the gorgeous character models<\/b> and smooth combat animations across all platforms.<\/p>\n

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    Watch: Official Launch Trailer<\/h3>\n