Lords of the Fallen 2 Delayed Again, Skipping the Busy Holiday Season

Lords of the Fallen II generated significant buzz with one of the standout trailers from Summer Game Fest, leading to a surge of wishlists on Steam for its anticipated fall 2026 launch. However, fans will need to hold on a bit longer for this action-RPG from CI Games, as its release has been pushed back to early 2027. This decision comes as the game aims to avoid the crowded release schedule of Grand Theft Auto VI and a slew of other titles set for September and October.

Studio CEO Marek Tyminski shared on X that as development continues, the team has been collaborating closely with the Gameplay Feedback Team, a group of experienced Souls-like players within their Launch Creative Team. He emphasized that their insights, along with the team’s vision, have uncovered valuable opportunities to enhance and refine the overall gaming experience.

Tyminski added that these improvements will benefit from extra time for integration, iteration, and polishing, ensuring the game meets the highest quality standards at launch. The new release window also strategically places Lords of the Fallen II outside the competitive holiday season, allowing it to receive the attention it deserves. The team is energized by the positive response to recent reveals and is committed to delivering a remarkable dark fantasy action RPG that honors the legacy of the Lords of the Fallen franchise. They appreciate the ongoing passion, feedback, and support from the community and are eager to share more updates in the months ahead.

While specific details on the enhancements were not disclosed, Tyminski confirmed that Lords of the Fallen II is now set for a Q1 2027 release. The gameplay trailer showcased at Summer Game Fest made a significant impact ahead of the game’s originally scheduled fall launch. CI Games has not clarified whether the initial plan was for an earlier release in the season or closer to the holiday period.

With both September and October already brimming with major releases, and GTA VI dominating November with only a few other notable titles confirmed, it seems likely that Lords of the Fallen II won’t be the last major game to shift its release. However, the first half of 2027 is shaping up to be just as packed.