Launch Day — Now Available

Launch day guide for Avatar Legends: The Fighting Game. Platform status, first-hour checklist, and day-one tips now that the game is live on PS5, Switch, and Steam.

Avatar Legends: The Fighting Game is out now—launched Thursday, July 23, 2026 on PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, and Steam. Xbox Series X|S was delayed to September 3 due to backend certification. Critics rate it the best fighting game of 2026 so far (OpenCritic 82, Metacritic 81). This guide covers platform caveats, first-hour priorities, and day-one resources.

Platform Status — July 23, 2026

PlayStation 5: Live — Standard and Deluxe, full cross-play with Steam
Steam (PC): Live — Standard and Deluxe, cross-play with PS5
Nintendo Switch: Live — Standard Edition only, no cross-play, English only
Xbox Series X|S: Delayed to September 3, 2026 — pre-orders remain active

Full platform breakdown on the Date & Platforms page. Switch owners: expect Switch-only online matchmaking and no Deluxe Edition at launch.

First-Hour Checklist

Complete any in-game control and Flow tutorial prompts
Open Training Mode — enable hitbox display and set a standing dummy
Test your planned main from the launch roster in offline versus
Confirm your support loadout with the Support Picker before online play
Watch the embedded Modes Overview trailer below for a full feature rundown

Day-One Game Mode Order

Recommended progression while Ranked is unavailable: Training Mode (30 minutes) → Arcade or Story → Online Versus (test rollback netcode on PS5/Steam cross-play). Skip Ranked until the Ranked Season update arrives. See all modes on the Game Modes page.

All Twelve Launch Fighters

The full roster is playable day one: Aang, Korra, Zuko, Katara, Toph, Sokka, Azula, Kyoshi, Ozai, Zaheer, Avatar State Aang, and Nightmare Korra. Ozai and both Avatar State slots were officially revealed during the July 20 Maximilian Dood stream—see individual character guides.

Launch Reception

Critics praise movement, rollback netcode, hand-drawn animation, and the support system. Common criticisms include a thin story mode and missing CPU difficulty settings. Read the full launch recap for scores and highlights.

Post-Launch Updates

Post-Launch Roadmap — Ranked Season and missing mode timeline
Launch Recap — Reviews, scores, and platform status
Tier Lists — Revised with launch-week data
Year 1 DLC Hub — Bolin, Ty Lee, Lin Beifong, Iroh previews
Tagah Free DLC — Fall 2026, free for all players
Fan Vote — Fifth Year 1 Pass character (pre-order required)

Video Guide

Official Modes and Features Overview Trailer — IGN

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Avatar Legends out now?

Yes. The game launched July 23, 2026 on PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, and Steam. Xbox Series X|S releases September 3, 2026.

What should I do first after downloading?

Complete the in-game tutorial, run Training Mode with hitbox display enabled, play Arcade or Casual Online before Ranked, and test your planned main from the launch roster.

Does cross-play work on all platforms?

Cross-play works between PS5 and Steam at launch. Nintendo Switch does not cross-play with other platforms—Switch players match only against other Switch users until a future update.

Will tier lists update after launch?

Yes. Our tier lists are being revised with day-one match data and critic feedback. Toph has emerged as an early standout based on launch reviews and community reports.