After a delay from its original 2025 window, Styx: Blades of Greed finally has a locked launch date. Cyanide Studio has officially confirmed that Styx: Blades of Greed will launch on February 19, 2026. The wait is almost over — here’s every regional launch time, edition breakdown, and what’s new in this third installment of the cult stealth game series.
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Global Launch Times Styx: Blades — February 19, 2026
The developers have opted for a midnight regional rollout on consoles, while PC players on Steam will likely see a synchronized global unlock.
| Region | Launch Time |
|---|---|
| Los Angeles (PT) | 12:00 AM, Feb 19 |
| New York (ET) | 3:00 AM, Feb 19 |
| London (GMT) | 8:00 AM, Feb 19 |
| Paris / Berlin (CET) | 9:00 AM, Feb 19 |
| Dubai (GST) | 12:00 PM, Feb 19 |
| Mumbai (IST) | 1:30 PM, Feb 19 |
| Tokyo / Seoul (JST/KST) | 5:00 PM, Feb 19 |
| Sydney (AEDT) | 7:00 PM, Feb 19 |
Early Access starts February 17 — Quartz Edition owners get a 48-hour head start via the “Amber Trial,” unlocking the first two missions before general release.
Edition Pricing at a Glance
| Edition | PC Price | Console Price | Key Extras |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard | $39.99 | $49.99 | Base game + Master of Shadows Skin |
| Quartz Edition | $59.99 | $69.99 | 48hr Early Access, 5 Skins, 3 Daggers, Starter Pack |
| Master of Stealth Collection | $69.99 | $69.99 | Quartz Edition + both previous Styx games |
What’s New in Blades of Greed
The core loop remains pure “hardcore stealth,” but Blades of Greed introduces the Greed System — a new mechanic that forces players to choose between the safest path and the most lucrative one. Stealing more gold allows you to buy better gear and gadgets, but carrying a heavy loot bag makes Styx louder and slower, creating a brilliant risk-vs-reward dynamic.
Traversal has also been expanded — Styx now has a mechanical grappling claw (stolen, of course) that allows him to swing between the airships and docks of the trade-cities, adding a layer of verticality that makes the previous games look flat by comparison.
New Quartz Powers round out the toolkit: Cloning and Invisibility return via Amber skills, while Mind Control and Time Shift abilities are now fuelled by Quartz — each situation designed as a stealth puzzle with multiple solutions.
For full beginner tips, build guides, and ability breakdowns, check our Styx: Blades of Greed coverage on TechnoSports.
Platforms & Why the Delay Was Worth It
Styx: Blades of Greed is releasing on February 19, 2026, for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam and Epic Games.
The additional development time was used to polish core systems, refine stealth and combat loops, and ensure that each environment delivers the sharpness and atmosphere expected from the Styx universe. For a series that lives and dies on precision — that’s exactly what fans needed to hear.
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FAQs
Q: Is there a free demo available for Styx: Blades of Greed before launch?
Yes — there is a Styx: Blades of Greed demo for the first hour of the game available on Steam, letting players try before they buy without any pre-order required.
Q: Does Styx: Blades of Greed have Game Pass or PS Plus support at launch?
Styx: Blades of Greed has not been announced for Xbox Game Pass or PlayStation Plus — a full purchase is required to play at launch on all platforms.
