After years of anticipation, Hypixel Studios has finally announced the official release date for Hytale. The highly anticipated block-based RPG adventure game will launch in early access on January 13, 2026, with pre-orders opening on December 13, 2025.
Hytale Early Access Release Date
Hytale will enter early access on January 13, 2026. This marks the end of a long development journey that began when Hypixel Studios first announced the game back in December 2018 with a trailer that quickly became one of the most-viewed gaming trailers ever.
The announcement came directly from the Hytale team, who emphasized that this is "true early access" - meaning the game will still be unfinished and may have bugs, but players will finally get their hands on the game they've been waiting years to play.
Pre-Orders Open December 13, 2025
For those eager to secure their copy, pre-orders will open on December 13, 2025 - exactly one month before the early access launch. However, the team has been transparent about the state of the game:
"If you wish to pre-purchase the game, pre-orders open December 13, 2025. If you don't feel comfortable pre-ordering, please don't. This is true early access, meaning it's still very much unfinished and will be buggy for a while, but you have the team's commitment to make Hytale the game we've always wanted it to be."
This honest approach from Hypixel Studios shows their commitment to managing player expectations while still delivering on their long-awaited promise.
The Long Journey to Release
Hytale has been through a remarkable development journey. Originally announced in 2018, the game captured the imagination of millions with its promise of combining block-based building with RPG adventure elements, extensive modding tools, and a rich game world.
In 2020, Riot Games acquired Hypixel Studios, providing additional resources and support for the development team. This acquisition allowed the team to expand their ambitions while maintaining creative independence.
For more details on the announcement, check out the official Hytale news post.
What to Expect from Hytale
Hytale promises to be more than just another block game. Key features include:
- Adventure Mode: A story-driven experience with handcrafted content and procedurally generated elements
- Creative Tools: Powerful building and creation tools including Hytale Model Maker
- Modding Support: Extensive modding capabilities built into the game from the ground up
- Multiplayer: Both local and online multiplayer with dedicated server support
- Mini-games: Built-in mini-game creation and sharing tools
Server Hosting for Hytale
Planning to run your own Hytale server when the game launches? Several hosting providers have already committed to offering Hytale server hosting from day one. Getting a dedicated server will let you create persistent worlds for your community, install mods, and customize the gameplay experience.
Conclusion
The wait is almost over. After years of development and anticipation, Hytale will finally be playable on January 13, 2026. While the early access release will be rough around the edges, Hypixel Studios has been upfront about this and committed to polishing the game over time.
Mark your calendars: pre-orders open December 13, 2025, and early access launches January 13, 2026. Soon, we will all be home.
