Quick answer: STAR WARS Zero Company released worldwide on August 27, 2026 for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. On PC it is sold through the EA app, Steam and Epic Games Store. The game is single-player only. There is currently no announced Nintendo Switch or Switch 2 version.
Release date: August 27, 2026
EA's release and platforms guide confirms the worldwide launch date as August 27, 2026. StarWars.com's launch-day beginner guide uses the same date and describes the game as available now, so this is no longer a pre-release estimate or placeholder. Older queries such as "when does Zero Company come out" can be answered directly: it is already released.
The date applies to the supported launch platforms rather than one PC storefront arriving later. Steam's store page also lists August 27, 2026 as the release date. If you find an older article using speculative windows, prefer the official EA and storefront dates because the game has now shipped.
Supported launch platforms
| Platform | Status |
|---|---|
| PC — Steam | Released |
| PC — EA app | Released |
| PC — Epic Games Store | Released |
| PlayStation 5 | Released |
| Xbox Series X | S |
| Nintendo Switch | Not announced |
| Nintendo Switch 2 | Not announced |
| PlayStation 4 | Not announced |
| Xbox One | Not announced |
EA's official platform list only names PC, PS5 and Xbox Series X|S. That distinction matters for SEO pages: "not announced" is accurate for unsupported consoles; "never coming" is not. Future platform plans can change, so the Switch 2 status should be updated if EA or Lucasfilm makes a new announcement.
What kind of game released?
Zero Company is a single-player, turn-based tactics game set in the twilight of the Clone Wars. Players control Hawks, a former Republic officer leading an independent group of specialists. Tactical Missions use squad-based combat, while the Den and Galaxy Map support recruitment, Operations, relationship development and campaign decisions.
It is not an online shooter, MMO or co-op tactics game. EA explicitly states that there is no online competitive multiplayer, online co-op, local co-op or split-screen co-op. This is useful context for launch searches because "Star Wars game" can otherwise imply a very different type of product.
Standard and Deluxe Editions
EA lists Standard and Deluxe as the main editions. The Standard Edition contains the game. The Deluxe Edition adds cosmetic packs and painted weapon themes inspired by Clone Wars factions. On Steam, the store page has also listed a separate Deluxe Upgrade for players who already own the base game.
The Deluxe content is cosmetic rather than a separate story campaign. It includes Republic-themed outfit/armor items, Shadow Collective-themed cosmetics and five painted weapon themes. Players comparing editions should therefore decide whether they value character and weapon appearance, not whether they need Deluxe to access the full tactical campaign.
Pre-order bonus status after launch
Before release, both Standard and Deluxe pre-orders included the Crystalline Astromech Cosmetic Pack. EA describes it as unlocking the R3 droid plus translucent crystalline heads for R4 and R5 variants and the BR-1 droid. Because the release date has passed, a current buyer should not assume every retailer still grants a pre-order entitlement. Check the exact store listing you are buying now.
This is an important difference between historical launch information and current purchasing information. The pre-order guide documents what was promised before August 27; a current storefront page documents what is included in a purchase today.
PC launch requirements
EA's minimum PC target is 1080p at 30 FPS on Low with a Core i5-8400 or Ryzen 5 2600X, 16 GB RAM, and GTX 1080 / RX 5600 XT / Intel Arc B580-class graphics. The recommended target is 1440p at 60 FPS on High with a Core i7-10700K or Ryzen 7 3700X, 32 GB RAM, and RTX 3080 / RX 7800 XT-class graphics. Storage is listed at 50 GB.
EA also says the game is relatively CPU-bound and that its recommended 1440p/60 target is best achieved with the recommended default upscaling setup such as TSR or vendor upscalers DLSS/FSR. This makes the PC launch requirements more useful than a simple GPU comparison.
Steam does not require the EA app
A common launch question is whether the Steam version starts a second EA launcher. EA's FAQ gives a direct answer: Zero Company is Steam native and does not require the EA app when purchased on Steam. That makes the Steam purchase path materially simpler than some other EA-published games.
Platform services can still be relevant for downloads, updates, cloud features or account services, but the core game itself is single-player and the PC requirements do not list a persistent online connection as a gameplay requirement.
Launch-day features worth knowing
At launch, the game includes optional permadeath, customizable Hawks, authored and custom Operators, Bonds between squad members, a Den/base layer, Operations, Tactical Missions and multiple standard Specializations. EA's FAQ also confirms several things that are not launch features: there is no traditional New Game+ at launch, the game is not Steam Deck Verified at launch, and there is no official mod support planned.
Those absences should not be converted into rumors about future DLC or ports. EA says it has no post-launch content announcement to make at the time of the FAQ. A reliable status page should state what is confirmed and update when official information changes.
FAQ
When did STAR WARS Zero Company come out?
August 27, 2026.
Is Zero Company out on Steam?
Yes. The Steam version launched with the other supported platforms and is Steam native.
Is it on PS5 and Xbox Series X|S?
Yes, both are official supported platforms.
Is Zero Company on Switch 2?
No Switch 2 version has been announced as of August 31, 2026.
Is the game multiplayer?
No. EA classifies it as single-player and explicitly rules out online and local co-op.