The refreshed version of the Steins;Gate visual novel is open for pre-order on Switch and Switch 2. Steins;Gate Re:Boot launches October 29, 2026 in North America and Europe, from $59.99.
Quick facts
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Release | October 29, 2026 in North America and Europe (Switch, Switch 2, PS5); Steam and Xbox since August 19-20, 2026 |
| Platforms | Switch 2, Switch, PS5, Xbox Series X|S and Steam (Xbox and Steam digital only) |
| Price | $59.99 (Standard), $69.99 (SteelBook), $79.99 (Digital Deluxe) |
| Developer, publisher | MAGES.; Spike Chunsoft |
| Languages | Text: Japanese, English, Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese. Voice: Japanese |
What is Steins;Gate Re:Boot?
It is a refreshed version of Steins;Gate, the visual novel released in 2009 (originally on Xbox 360), with rebuilt visuals and new story content. MAGES. develops and Spike Chunsoft publishes. The release does not use the word “remake.” It is a one-player adventure game.
Spike Chunsoft says eShop pre-orders of the Digital Standard Edition include STEINS;GATE Octet of Shifting Space, an ’80s PC-style adventure game, at launch.
How do the three editions differ?
- Standard ($59.99): the regular edition, physical and digital.
- SteelBook ($69.99): a physical edition in a metal case.
- Digital Deluxe ($79.99): digital, with the VISUAL COLLECTION art book, the soundtrack, 15th LIVE ONE WORLD event footage with English subtitles, and Octet of Shifting Space. It is also coming to PS5.
OtaHub’s take
Steins;Gate is one of the most frequently mentioned visual novels, so this refreshed version should appeal to both returning fans and newcomers. One thing to note: the game has Japanese, English and Chinese text only, no Vietnamese, and voice acting is Japanese only.
The sources disagree on one date: Spike Chunsoft’s release lists August 20, 2026 for Steam and Xbox, while the Steam page says August 19, possibly a time zone difference. OtaHub therefore says “August 19-20.” The prices are also US prices, so prices in Vietnam will depend on the store.
FAQ
When does Steins;Gate Re:Boot launch?
October 29, 2026 in North America and Europe on Switch 2, Switch and PS5. The Steam and Xbox Series X|S versions launched in mid-August 2026 (Spike Chunsoft lists August 20, the Steam page says August 19).
How much does it cost?
According to Spike Chunsoft’s release: $59.99 Standard (physical and digital), $69.99 SteelBook, $79.99 Digital Deluxe.
What do pre-orders get?
eShop pre-orders of the Digital Standard Edition include STEINS;GATE Octet of Shifting Space, an ’80s PC-style adventure game, at launch.
Does the game have Vietnamese?
No. Text is in Japanese, English, Traditional Chinese and Simplified Chinese. Voice acting is Japanese only.
Sources: Anime News Network (Spike Chunsoft press release, October 9, 2026), the STEINS;GATE RE:BOOT Steam page.
