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Last checked: 2026-07-20 · PTF-S01 (Steam store) and PTF-S02 (Steam Community hub)
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Beginner Guide
Prepare for a first run with what is confirmed, not what is guessed.
Characters
Check the officially named character roster and what is confirmed about each character.
Build System
Understand the confirmed build layers and what still needs launch verification.
Weapons
Understand the confirmed weapon system scope and what still needs launch verification.
Bosses & Stages
Check the officially announced boss and stage scope and what still needs verification.
Co-op Guide
Confirm solo and online co-op availability and what still needs a launch check.
Updates & Release
Track official release dates, the current date conflict, and official update timeline.
Evidence status explained
Facts traced to PTF-S01 (Steam store) or PTF-S02 (Steam Community announcement). You can rely on these before launch.
Facts not yet verified in official sources. Do not rely on these for gameplay decisions until launch-day verification.
All confirmed and unconfirmed facts across this guide hub
| Guide page | Confirmed fact | Evidence state |
|---|---|---|
| Beginner Guide | Pass the Fear is a roguelite bullet-hell shooter on Steam with single-player and online co-op. | Confirmed |
| Beginner Guide | Confirmed game systems at launch: Weapons, Weapon Parts, Relics, Tarot Cards, elemental effects, Character Talents, Squad perks, Forge, Pearls. | Confirmed |
| Beginner Guide | Official sources confirm launch scope but do not yet provide full numerical or procedural detail. | Confirmed |
| Characters | The Steam store names five character identities as part of the confirmed roster. | Confirmed |
| Characters | The demo had four playable characters; the full release announcement mentions character updates. | Confirmed |
| Characters | Official sources confirm the character roster exists, but exact roster relationship between demo and full release remains unverified. | Confirmed |
| Build System | Confirmed build-layer systems: Weapons, Weapon Parts, Relics, Tarot Cards, elemental effects, Character Talents, Squad perks, Forge, Pearls. | Confirmed |
| Build System | These systems are described as roguelite progression layers in official material. | Confirmed |
| Build System | The June 14 announcement says the full release adds Pearls, Relics, a revamped Forge, Weapons and Weapon Parts beyond what the demo offered. | Confirmed |
| Weapons | Weapons and Weapon Parts are confirmed game systems. | Confirmed |
| Weapons | The June 14 announcement says the full release adds more Weapons and Weapon Parts beyond the demo. | Confirmed |
| Weapons | Elemental effects are confirmed as a game system in official material. | Confirmed |
| Bosses & Stages | The June 14 announcement confirms stages, chapters, bosses, and difficulties are added in the full release. | Confirmed |
| Bosses & Stages | The demo had four playable characters and a defined content scope. | Confirmed |
| Bosses & Stages | The full release is described as a substantial expansion over the demo. | Confirmed |
| Co-op Guide | Single-player is confirmed as a supported mode. | Confirmed |
| Co-op Guide | Online co-op is confirmed as a supported mode. | Confirmed |
| Co-op Guide | Both modes are listed on the official Steam store feature list. | Confirmed |
| Updates & Release | Steam store listing (observed 2026-07-20): launch planned for July 22, 2026. | Confirmed |
| Updates & Release | Official Steam Community announcement (published June 14): launch planned for July 23, 2026. | Confirmed |
| Updates & Release | The official announcement said the demo was scheduled to go offline on June 21, 2026. | Confirmed |
| Updates & Release | The full release adds stages, chapters, bosses, difficulties, Pearls, Relics, a revamped Forge, Weapons and Weapon Parts beyond the demo. | Confirmed |
Common player questions
Is Pass the Fear the same as Halloween Horror Nights "Frequent Fear Pass"?
No. Pass the Fear (Steam app 3561220) is a roguelite bullet-hell shooter by PlayMud Studio. Halloween Horror Nights is a Universal Studios theme park event. Google Trends related queries for this game are substantially polluted by Frequent Fear Pass searches.
When does Pass the Fear launch?
Two official sources currently disagree. The Steam store listing (observed 2026-07-20) shows July 22, 2026. The official Steam Community announcement (June 14) says July 23, 2026. Both dates are shown on the Updates page with source links. Do not assume one is correct — verify directly on Steam.
Is there a demo?
The official announcement said the demo was scheduled to go offline on June 21, 2026. Current live demo availability requires a fresh official check and is shown on the Updates page.
Can I play co-op?
Yes. The Steam store feature list confirms both single-player and online co-op. Exact lobby workflow and player-count limits require launch-day verification.
Are gameplay facts like damage values published on this site?
No. No damage numbers, drop rates, boss mechanics, or hidden stats are published on this site. Those facts require launch-day hands-on verification and will be added after that check.
How often is this guide updated?
Each page shows a "Last checked" date. The Updates page tracks official announcements. New facts are added after a relevant official source is rechecked.
Source scope and verification
All facts are traced to PTF-S01 (Steam store) and PTF-S02 (Steam Community hub). No private research files, screenshots, or third-party sources are published.
Source IDs on this page: PTF-S01, PTF-S02