Avatar Legends: The Fighting Game Release Hub
Release date, platforms, pre-order editions, beta access, and game modes for Avatar Legends: The Fighting Game.
Avatar Legends: The Fighting Game launched July 23, 2026 on PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, and Steam with rollback netcode and cross-play between those three platforms. Xbox Series X|S was delayed to September 3, 2026 due to backend certification issues. Critics rate it the highest-scoring fighting game of 2026 so far—OpenCritic 82 (Strong), Metacritic PC 81 / PS5 80. This release hub covers platform status, editions, reviews, and post-launch content.
Release Topics
- Launch Recap — Reviews, platform status, and day-one highlights.
- Date & Platforms — PS5/PC/Switch live now; Xbox September 3; Switch limitations.
- Post-Launch Roadmap — Ranked Season, missing modes, Tagah, and Switch fixes.
- Launch Day Guide — First-hour checklist and mode order.
- Pre-Order Editions — Standard ($29.99) vs Deluxe ($49.99) comparison.
- Beta Recap — Closed beta July 2–5 results and playable roster.
- July 20 Launch Stream Recap — Maximilian Dood previews Ozai, Avatar State Aang, and Nightmare Korra.
- Launch Eve Prep — Pre-load checklist archive for July 22.
- Game Modes — Versus, ranked, story, training, and online modes at launch.
- Year 1 Pass — Five post-launch DLC fighters including Bolin, Ty Lee, Lin Beifong, and Iroh.
- Fan Vote — Pre-order community vote for the fifth Year 1 Pass character.
- Tagah Free DLC — Ancient airbender announced at launch for Fall 2026.
Quick Reference
- Launch Date: July 23, 2026 (PS5, Switch, Steam)
- Xbox Series X|S: September 3, 2026
- Review Scores: OpenCritic 82 · Metacritic PC 81 / PS5 80
- Platforms Live: PS5, Nintendo Switch (Standard only), Steam
- Cross-Play: PS5 ↔ Steam at launch; Switch isolated until future update
- Rollback Netcode: Yes for online play (PS5 ↔ Steam); Ranked mode arrives in upcoming Ranked Season update
- Steam User Score: ~73% Mostly Positive (launch week) — combat praised, missing modes criticized
- Standard Price: $29.99
- Deluxe Price: $49.99 (PS5 and Steam; not on Switch at launch)
Out Now — Launch Status
The game is live on PS5, Steam, and Nintendo Switch as of July 23, 2026. Several advertised online modes—including Ranked and Spectator—are not yet available; Gameplay Group published a post-launch roadmap on launch day promising a Ranked Season update in the coming weeks. Read the full launch recap for critic scores, platform caveats, and community takeaways.