October 19
Final Beta ended
The test closed at 10:00 UTC+8. HoYoverse has published its thank-you and development update.
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Petit Planet news
Catch up on confirmed Petit Planet announcements without wading through rumors. HoYoverse has now announced a Winter 2026 launch window. Final Beta ended October 19 at 10:00 UTC+8. The latest notice thanks testers and confirms development will continue using their feedback.
Checked October 27, 2026: the November 1 Pre-Launch Special Program remains the next announced broadcast. The newest public X post is the October 26 rain-themed short; the official website's news feed still lists the October 19 beta closure as its latest notice. No exact launch-day or redeem-code announcement was found in these sources.
September 20
Final Beta opened
The test ran from September 20 through October 19.
Open the Final Beta guideWinter 2026
Release window confirmed
The season is official; the exact launch date is still to come.
Top story
Pre-Launch Special Program airs November 1
The October 23 official announcement schedules the broadcast for November 1 at 19:00 UTC+8. Watch on the official YouTube, TikTok, X or Twitch channels. November 1 is the program date, not a confirmed release date.
Pre-Launch Special Program: November 1
Watch on (7 PM Singapore time). The dev team and a special guest will preview life on your planet. This is a broadcast date, not a confirmed launch date.
Read the official announcement See official livestream channelsListen to the falling rain
The newest official short invites viewers to put the world on mute and listen to falling rain. It repeats Winter 2026 and pre-registration without changing launch or beta status.
Watch the official rain shortBring a Neighbor on a Starsea Voyage
The newest official post highlights traveling with a Neighbor and choosing your itinerary. It repeats Winter 2026 without announcing a new beta or an exact launch day.
See the official Neighbor postSlow down and make this moment your own
The new official short invites a slower moment and repeats the Winter 2026 release window and pre-registration link. It does not announce a new beta or an exact launch day.
Watch the official shortA Night Sky of Your Own
The latest official Planet Slow Living white-noise video offers a quiet night beneath the stars. It is a relaxation video, not a new beta or release-date announcement.
Watch the official videoFinal Beta has ended
HoYoverse confirms the test has finished and says development will continue using player feedback. Winter 2026 remains the release window; no exact launch day is given.
Read the official closure noticeA rainy day at home
The official gameplay vlog follows a quiet day indoors with a warm meal, a relaxing bath and a good night's sleep.
Watch the official vlogFinal Beta ended October 19
Final Beta ended October 19, 2026 at 10:00 UTC+8. The October 14 notice said testers could choose to retain Nalo's memories through the Cafe Untamed Feedback Survey before closure. This did not transfer general gameplay progress; the notice does not establish a post-closure survey opportunity.
Read the official ending noticeA little mushroom moment
The official account shared a mushroom-themed Final Beta moment on October 16. Its follow-up invites players to capture favorite moments and join the creation event; it does not change the October 19 test deadline.
See the official post Read the official event reminderEvery little moment is worth capturing
The official October 11 post celebrates capturing small in-game moments during Final Beta. It repeats the Winter 2026 release window and pre-registration link without announcing an exact launch day or changing test status.
See the official postYour planet, before and after
The official October 10 post invites players to share before-and-after photos of the planets they have nurtured into cozy homes. It repeats the Winter 2026 release window without announcing an exact launch day.
See the official postA rare-colour photo moment
The official October 9 post celebrates breeding a rare colour and taking a photo together during Final Beta. It does not announce breeding rules or change launch or test status.
See the official postNow that's a harvest!
The official October 3 post celebrates an abundant in-game harvest. It is a cozy Final Beta community moment, not a launch or test-status announcement.
See the official postSnow's falling - grab a seat
The official September 27 post shares a snowy Final Beta scene and invites players to sit and chat. It is an in-game community moment, not a status announcement.
See the official postLet's go find the moon together
The official September 25 post shares a quiet moon-viewing scene beside the water. It is a cozy visual update, not a new release or beta announcement.
See the official postAll invitations sent
If the access page says selected but no email arrived, check spam folders and contact official support.
Read the official noticeShare your Final Beta moments
The contest runs through October 31 at 23:59 UTC+8, with e-gift cards and official merchandise among the prizes.
Read the contest noticeThe test opened September 20
This is the archived opening announcement. Final Beta ended October 19, 2026 at 10:00 UTC+8.
Read the launch noticeFinal Beta access draw
HoYoverse offered a task-based route for additional access chances before the test.
Check the official event pageComing Winter 2026
HoYoverse names the release season and current PC and mobile pre-registration stores.
Read the official launch updatePlatforms and test rules
The completed test supported Windows, iOS and Android, wipes progress at the end and does not allow in-game purchases.
Read the checked Final Beta guidegamescom booth guide
The August 10 guide confirms a hands-on demo, Neighbor encounters, booth activities and exclusive merchandise at Hall 6.1, Booth B030 from August 26-30.
Read the official HoYoLAB guide
Official X
Try Petit Planet early
The July 17 post confirms the Cologne appearance and an early playable experience.
Read the official X postHall, demo and activities
COGNOSPHERE's event release confirms the booth location, demo format, featured activities, exclusive gifts and character appearances.
Read the official COGNOSPHERE releaseAugust 26-30, 2026
gamescom lists five event days in Cologne. Ticket availability is handled by the event organizer.
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Recent Petit Planet announcements
These entries come from first-party notices and are ordered newest first.
| Date | Official update | What it means for you |
|---|---|---|
| October 26, 2026 | Listen to the falling rain | A relaxation short repeats Winter 2026 and pre-registration; no exact launch day or new beta is announced. |
| October 24, 2026 | Bring a Neighbor on a Starsea Voyage | A social showcase of traveling with Neighbors; launch and beta status are unchanged. |
| October 23, 2026 | Pre-Launch Special Program announcement | The broadcast airs November 1 at 19:00 UTC+8 on official channels; this is not a confirmed launch date. |
| October 22, 2026 | Slow down and make this moment your own | A new official short repeats Winter 2026 and pre-registration; beta and exact launch-date status are unchanged. |
| October 20, 2026 | A Night Sky of Your Own | A Planet Slow Living white-noise video; beta and release status are unchanged. |
| October 19, 2026 | Final Beta has ended | HoYoverse thanks testers and continues development for Winter 2026. |
| October 17, 2026 | Rainy Day at Home gameplay vlog | A quiet indoor routine featuring cooking, a bath and rest. |
| October 16, 2026 | A little mushroom moment | A mushroom-themed social post and official creation-event reminder; the October 19 beta closing time is unchanged. |
| October 14, 2026 | Final Beta Test Ending Soon | The test ended October 19 at 10:00 UTC+8. Data is wiped; testers could choose to retain Nalo's memories through the Cafe Untamed Feedback Survey. |
| October 11, 2026 | Every little moment is worth capturing | The official account celebrates capturing small moments and repeats Winter 2026; no exact launch day or new beta-status notice is provided. |
| October 10, 2026 | Your planet, before and after | The official account invites before-and-after planet photos and repeats Winter 2026; no exact launch day or new beta-status notice is provided. |
| October 9, 2026 | Finally bred a rare color | A rare-colour breeding and photo moment during Final Beta; detailed breeding rules and launch status are not announced in this post. |
| October 3, 2026 | Now that's a harvest! | An official harvest image celebrates farming during Final Beta; launch and test status remain unchanged. |
| September 27, 2026 | Snow's falling! Grab a seat and let's chat | A snowy Final Beta image highlights a cozy social moment; launch and test status remain unchanged. |
| September 25, 2026 | Let's go find the moon together | An official moonlit scene adds a quiet seasonal moment; it does not change launch or Final Beta status. |
| September 24, 2026 | All Final Beta invitations sent | The rollout finished by 19:00 UTC+8; the official access page shows the final result and login details. |
| September 20, 2026 | Petit Planet Stretch | A playful official feature pairs gentle movement with the game's cozy energy. |
| September 20, 2026 | Final Beta Creation Contest | Fan-made screenshots, videos, art and crafts can be submitted through October 31 at 23:59 UTC+8. |
| September 20, 2026 | Final Beta goes live | This is the archived opening announcement. The test ran from September 20 until October 19, 2026 at 10:00 UTC+8. |
| September 17, 2026 | Petit Planet Twitch stream announced | A white-noise stream is scheduled for September 19 at 10:00 UTC+8. |
| September 16, 2026 | Home Photo Studio | The short video shows character styling and colorful home decoration. |
| September 15, 2026 | Fuzzy Neighbor companionship | Walks, gifts and shared meals illustrate everyday life with Neighbors. |
| September 13, 2026 | Primary-color hunt | The official gallery spotlights red, yellow and blue collectibles. |
| September 9, 2026 | Your planet, your way | An official video highlights creative control across the sky, coast, grasslands and home. |
| September 8, 2026 | Planet Catalog: Autumn Refresh | A four-part seasonal catalog brings golden fields and cozy autumn inspiration. |
| September 5, 2026 | Little surprises exploration clip | A short official video highlights fields, shoreline, woods and everyday discovery. |
| September 4, 2026 | Welcome Aboard for a Starsea Voyage | The official short turns the spotlight back to travel beyond your home planet. |
| Early September 2026 | Isaki profile and beta access draw | HoYoverse profiled the aspiring beetle battler and opened another official route to draw for test access. |
| August 29, 2026 | Harpeno Snapshot Studio | The latest official Neighbor profile introduces the Starsea route patrol officer. |
| August 26, 2026 | Winter launch and store announcement | Petit Planet is coming in Winter 2026 with Epic Games Store, App Store and Google Play pre-registration. |
| August 26, 2026 | Final Beta FAQ | Recruitment closed September 14 and the test opened September 20. |
| August 10, 2026 | gamescom booth guide | The official post confirms the hands-on demo, Neighbor encounters, activities and exclusive merch. |
| July 17, 2026 | gamescom 2026 appearance | A PC demo is coming to Hall 6.1, Booth B030 with “Connect the Vibe” activities. |
| May 25, 2026 | Stardrift Test wrap-up | The second public test closed. |
| May 19, 2026 | Stardrift Test ending notice | The official site announced the approaching May 25 closure. |
| April 26, 2026 | All test access sent | The official site said Stardrift access notices had been distributed. |
| April 21, 2026 | Stardrift Test begins | The second public closed test opened for selected players. |
Current status
What is confirmed, and what is still to come
The beta closing time is now confirmed. The exact launch day and active redeem codes remain unannounced in the official sources checked October 27, 2026.
Exact launch day
The Winter 2026 window is official, but the exact date is not.
See the release trackerFinal Beta end date
Final Beta ended October 19, 2026 at 10:00 UTC+8. The pre-closure survey instructions are retained as historical guidance.
Read the Final Beta guideRedeem codes
No public active Petit Planet redeem code is confirmed.
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These are the best places to catch announcements before recaps begin circulating.
FAQ
Petit Planet news questions
HoYoverse confirmed on October 19 that Final Beta has ended. The game remains in development for Winter 2026, with no exact launch day announced.
HoYoverse has announced a Winter 2026 release window. The exact global launch date remains unannounced.
No. Final Beta ran from September 20 through October 19, 2026 and has ended. Winter 2026 remains the launch window.
Start with the official Petit Planet site, @PetitPlanetGame on X and the official Petit Planet HoYoLAB channel.