REANIMAL launches February 13, 2026, on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch 2, and PC (Steam and Epic Games Store). Players can try the game early through a free demo or secure pre-order bonuses by purchasing ahead of launch.
Quick answer: Download the free "The Shoreline" demo on Steam or PlayStation Store to play the first 30 minutes of REANIMAL immediately. Pre-ordering the Standard or Digital Deluxe Edition unlocks exclusive Foxhead and Muttonhead masks at launch.
Release time: February 13, 2026, 5:00 PM UTC
REANIMAL Demo: The Shoreline
The demo is available now on Steam and PlayStation Store. It includes the Mill and Trainyard locations and the first boss encounter with the Sheep Mother. Completing the demo rewards you with the Sibling's Keepsake charm, a cosmetic item that transfers to the full game and equips on your character's backpack.
The demo supports both solo play with an AI companion and local or online co-op. Progress does not carry over to the full release, but the unlocked charm will appear in your inventory once you launch the full game.
Pre-Order Editions and Bonuses
REANIMAL offers three editions at launch. All pre-orders include the Woven Mask cosmetic set, which adds Foxhead and Muttonhead masks for the two playable siblings.
Standard Edition ($39.99): Includes the base game and the Woven Mask set when you pre-order. Available digitally on all platforms and physically through select retailers.
Digital Deluxe Edition ($59.99): Includes the base game, Woven Mask set, Season Pass (three story-based DLC episodes), digital artbook, and official soundtrack. PlayStation Plus members receive a 10% discount during pre-order, reducing the price to $53.99.
Collector's Edition ($129.99): Physical edition only, available through the official REANIMAL Store, Best Buy, GameStop, Walmart, and Amazon. Includes the base game, Woven Mask set, PVC statues of the Pig and Bucket characters, official artbook, "Unreliable Memories" map poster, keychain, sticker set, and exclusive box.
Global Launch Times
REANIMAL releases simultaneously across all regions at 5:00 PM UTC on February 13, 2026. The table below shows the corresponding local times for major regions:
| Region | Date | Time |
|---|---|---|
| West US (Los Angeles) | February 13, 2026 | 9:00 AM PST |
| East US (New York) | February 13, 2026 | 12:00 PM EST |
| South America (São Paulo) | February 13, 2026 | 2:00 PM BRT |
| UK / West Europe (London) | February 13, 2026 | 5:00 PM GMT |
| Central Europe (Berlin / Paris) | February 13, 2026 | 6:00 PM CET |
| Middle East (Dubai) | February 13, 2026 | 9:00 PM GST |
| East Asia (Seoul) | February 14, 2026 | 2:00 AM KST |
| Japan (Tokyo) | February 14, 2026 | 2:00 AM JST |
| East Australia (Sydney) | February 14, 2026 | 4:00 AM AEDT |
Physical copies purchased from GameStop may be available for pickup a few hours before the digital release, typically around 6:00 PM local time on February 12, depending on store policy.
Friend's Pass Co-Op Feature
REANIMAL includes a Friend's Pass system that allows one player to invite a friend to play the entire campaign online without the friend owning a copy. The invited player downloads a free Friend's Pass client and joins the host's session. This feature supports full campaign co-op but does not apply to local split-screen play.
The Friend's Pass may not be available at launch. Tarsier Studios has indicated it will arrive shortly after February 13 if not ready on day one.
Gameplay and Story Overview
REANIMAL is a co-op horror adventure where you control a brother and sister navigating a fragmented island to rescue missing friends. The game emphasizes stealth, environmental puzzles, and cinematic chase sequences. Unlike the linear structure of Little Nightmares, REANIMAL allows boat travel between island locations, expanding exploration and environmental storytelling.
The game supports solo play with an AI-controlled companion or local and online co-op. Puzzles require coordination between both characters, and the shared camera view maintains tension by keeping both players in frame at all times. Combat is not an option; survival depends on hiding, timing, and solving environmental challenges.
Platform-Specific Details
REANIMAL runs at 4K resolution and targets 60 FPS on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch 2. The PC version supports advanced lighting features and requires 18 GB of storage. Minimum PC specs include an AMD Ryzen 5 2400G or Intel Core i5-9400F processor, 8 GB RAM, and an AMD Radeon RX 480 or NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 graphics card. Recommended specs call for an AMD Ryzen 5 3600X or Intel Core i7-7700K, 16 GB RAM, and an AMD Radeon RX 6600XT or NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060.
The game requires a broadband internet connection for online co-op and Friend's Pass functionality. Local co-op does not require an internet connection.
REANIMAL releases February 13, 2026, at 5:00 PM UTC. Pre-orders are open now on all platforms, and the demo is available for immediate download on Steam and PlayStation Store. Physical Collector's Editions are available through select retailers while supplies last.
