Quick answer: Shift at Midnight came out on July 22, 2026. The developer announced an 11:00 AM EDT / 15:00 UTC launch, and the US Steam storefront showed a $9.99 base price with a $8.99 launch discount when this page was verified.
Shift at Midnight release date and launch time
| Item | Confirmed information |
|---|---|
| Release date | July 22, 2026 |
| Developer-announced launch time | 11:00 AM EDT / 15:00 UTC |
| Developer | Bun Muen |
| Publisher | Kwalee |
| Steam App ID | 3722330 |
| Steam release state | Released; two consecutive US storefront samples returned the same live state |
| US Steam price at verification | $8.99 launch price, 10% off the $9.99 base price |
| Steam desktop platforms | Windows; macOS and Linux are not listed as supported |
| Player count | Designed for solo or online co-op up to three; Steam hosts can optionally set a six-player lobby maximum after the July 23 patch |
| Steam genres | Indie, Simulation |
| Steam accessibility | Adjustable text size, custom volume controls, stereo sound |
The developer’s July 21 Steam announcement named 11:00 AM EDT as the intended launch time, equivalent to 15:00 UTC. At 22:52 China Standard Time on July 22, two consecutive Steam app-detail checks agreed that the game was released and purchasable in the US storefront.
The developer website and Steam listing are the primary references for the PC release. The current Xbox product page lists Xbox Series X|S, PC, Xbox Cloud Gaming, and handheld devices, plus Xbox Play Anywhere. Xbox One is not present in the current device list.
How much does Shift at Midnight cost?
The live US Steam storefront showed a $9.99 USD base price and $8.99 launch price, a 10% discount, at the verification time above. The developer announcement also says owners of YAPYAP, Phasmophobia, or Escape the Backrooms may see additional bundle pricing on Steam.
This is a timestamped US-store observation, not a universal checkout quote. Discounts can expire, and bundle eligibility, tax, currency conversion, and regional availability must be taken from the storefront shown to the buyer.
What platforms is Shift at Midnight on?
Steam lists the released game for Windows PC. The current Xbox product page lists Xbox Series X|S, PC, Xbox Cloud Gaming, and handheld compatibility through the Xbox ecosystem, plus Xbox Play Anywhere. Xbox One is not in that live device list; macOS and Linux are not listed as supported on Steam.
Buying on Steam does not imply ownership in the Xbox ecosystem. Xbox Play Anywhere applies to the Xbox store version and its supported Xbox/PC devices. Consult the store page attached to the copy you intend to buy.
Online console multiplayer can also require an eligible Xbox subscription. The Xbox product page should be treated as the final source for the requirements shown in your region.
PC requirements published on Steam
Steam lists 64-bit Windows 10, 4 GB RAM, 2 GB VRAM, and 822 MB available storage at minimum. Its recommended tier moves to 8 GB RAM and 4 GB VRAM. The store does not attach a target resolution, frame rate, or graphics preset to either tier.
Use the dedicated System Requirements, Storage & Languages guide for the full CPU/GPU table, language coverage, network notes, and the current macOS, Linux, and Steam Deck evidence boundary.
Quota Alert: Store requirements can change with release patches. Recheck Steam before purchasing for an older or borderline system.
Languages on Steam
Steam shows nine supported languages. English is marked for full audio; the other eight listed languages currently show interface and subtitle support. See the language matrix before purchase.
For what a shift actually involves, read the Shift at Midnight gameplay guide. For who can play together, see Multiplayer & Crossplay. For content differences, see Demo vs Full Game.