The answer first
Two official sources currently disagree on the Pass the Fear launch date. The Steam store listing (observed 2026-07-20) shows July 22, 2026. The official Steam Community announcement published June 14 says July 23, 2026. The demo was announced as scheduled to go offline on June 21, 2026. Current demo availability requires a fresh official check.
Last checked: 2026-07-20 · PTF-S01 (Steam store) and PTF-S02 (Steam Community hub)
What this page covers
Track official release dates, the current date conflict, and official update timeline.
Release-Date Conflict — check both sources
Two official Steam surfaces currently disagree on the launch date. Both are first-party. Do not assume one is correct without verifying directly.
Official Update Timeline
Official Update Timeline
Official launch announcement — Steam Community
PlayMud Studio published the official launch announcement confirming July 23, 2026 release, demo content scope (4 characters), and full-release additions: stages, chapters, bosses, difficulties, Pearls, Relics, a revamped Forge, Weapons and Weapon Parts.
Source: PTF-S02
Demo scheduled offline — June 21
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 not confirmed.
Source: PTF-S02
Sources: PTF-S01 (Steam store) and PTF-S02 (Steam Community hub). Both are official first-party surfaces. Verify directly on Steam for the authoritative current listing.
What is verified
- Steam store listing (observed 2026-07-20): launch planned for July 22, 2026.
- Official Steam Community announcement (published June 14): launch planned for July 23, 2026.
- The official announcement said the demo was scheduled to go offline on June 21, 2026.
- The full release adds stages, chapters, bosses, difficulties, Pearls, Relics, a revamped Forge, Weapons and Weapon Parts beyond the demo.
What needs more evidence
- Not confirmed — A single definitive release date while the official conflict exists.
- Not confirmed — Current live demo availability without a fresh official check.
- Not confirmed — Patch notes content not sourced from the official Steam Community hub.
Common player questions about release
Which date should I use for my calendar?
Check both the Steam store page and the Steam Community hub directly. The conflict has not been resolved as of the last check on 2026-07-20. Do not commit to one date until you have verified the current listing.
Is the demo still available?
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 not confirmed.
What changed from the demo to full release?
The official announcement confirms: stages, chapters, bosses, difficulties, Pearls, Relics, a revamped Forge, Weapons and Weapon Parts are added in the full release beyond what the demo offered.
Will there be post-launch updates?
This guide hub tracks official announcements. After launch, the Updates page will reflect new official patches and announcements as they are published.
Where can I get the official announcement?
The official Steam Community hub for Pass the Fear (app 3561220) is at steamcommunity.com/app/3561220. The June 14 launch announcement is published there.
Pre-launch verification checklist
- Check the current Steam store listing directly at store.steampowered.com
- Check the official Steam Community hub at steamcommunity.com/app/3561220
- Note which date the store currently shows — it may have changed since 2026-07-20
- Recheck both sources on or after July 22, 2026 to confirm the actual launch date
- Subscribe to the Steam Community hub for the authoritative announcement
Related Guides
Choose the right Pass the Fear guide for your current task.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.Co-op Guide
Confirm solo and online co-op availability and what still needs a launch check.Sources & Corrections
Verify where Pass the Fear guide facts came from and what they cover.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the release date conflict?
The Steam store listing (PTF-S01) says July 22, 2026. The official Steam Community announcement (PTF-S02, published June 14) says July 23, 2026. Both are first-party official sources and are shown here with their links and last-check times.
Which date should I use for my calendar?
Check both the Steam store page and the Steam Community hub directly. The conflict has not been resolved as of the last check on 2026-07-20.
Is the demo still available?
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 not confirmed either way.
What changed from the demo to full release?
The official announcement confirms: stages, chapters, bosses, difficulties, Pearls, Relics, revamped Forge, Weapons and Weapon Parts are added in the full release beyond what the demo offered.
Source scope and verification
All facts are traced to PTF-S01 (Steam store) and PTF-S02 (Steam Community hub). Direct source links: Steam store — https://store.steampowered.com/app/3561220/Pass_the_Fear/ | Steam Community — https://steamcommunity.com/app/3561220
Source IDs on this page: PTF-S01, PTF-S02