Sandustry Updates Hub
Launch dates, platform list, EA roadmap, and demo changes — aligned with official announcements.
Sandustry enters Early Access on August 13, 2026 across Steam, GOG, the Microsoft Store, and PC Game Pass. Until then, the free Steam demo (separate store listing) is the live build most players use to learn the refinery loop. This hub tracks release facts, roadmap themes, and demo patch highlights so wiki guides stay consistent — cross-checked with content/facts.json and pages like Guides and Review.
Pages in this hub
Release Date and Platforms
Featured reference for EA date, storefront links, Game Pass availability, demo app ID, and PC system requirements from Steam (minimum and recommended specs).
Early Access Roadmap
What Lantto Games and Hooded Horse have signaled for EA: content pillars, mod support, and areas likely to expand after launch. Not a contract — official posts supersede fan summaries.
Demo Patches
Notable demo updates: Hotfix 8 (2025-02-21) flower algorithm, Ctrl building replace, Hydro Sponge Grabber above ground only, Lock Hotbar, and balance passes that affect Tier List advice. Check here after Steam downloads a new demo build.
Release snapshot
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| EA date | 2026-08-13 |
| Platforms | Steam, GOG, Microsoft Store, PC Game Pass |
| Demo | Free on Steam (app 3490390) |
| Players | Single-player |
| Developer / Publisher | Lantto Games / Hooded Horse |
Staying current
Wiki content runs through npm run verify:facts to catch contradictions. When announcements change dates or platforms, update Release Date and Platforms first, then grep guides for stale mentions. Mod loaders covered on Mods may need separate compatibility notes after patches.
What to check after each announcement
Date or platform changes — Update release page and any guide mentioning 2026-08-13 or storefront lists. Balance patches — Refresh Tier List and Production Ratio Helper assumptions when shaker or research costs move. Control changes — Sync Controls Hub the same day Steam news posts. Mod breakage — Note loader version pairs on Demo Patches when Discord confirms fixes. Skipping this pass is how wikis drift from playable truth.
Related
- Review — Buyer expectations at launch.
- Controls — Input changes appear in demo patch notes.
- Research Checklist — Unlock costs if rebalance patches drop.
Bookmark this hub if you are waiting for EA or returning after a demo update. Pair with Review for buyer context and Guides for mechanics that patches rarely rewrite entirely.
Wishlist reminder
Early Access is 2026-08-13 — wishlisting on Steam or subscribing to Game Pass news does not auto-update this wiki. Refresh this hub after Hooded Horse posts milestone announcements so Research Checklist and tier pages stay synchronized with live builds.
Historical note
Pre-EA demo updates established the shaker loop players still use on day one — archive those notes on Demo Patches even after the main game launches so returning players know which guides changed.
Cross-wiki consistency
When release dates or platforms shift, update Release Date and Platforms first, then scan Review and Guides for stale years or storefront lists.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the most common Sandustry questions.
When does Sandustry release?
Early Access is planned for **August 13, 2026** on Steam, GOG, Microsoft Store, and PC Game Pass. Details on [Release Date and Platforms](/updates/release-date-platforms/).
Is there a free demo?
Yes on Steam. It teaches the core shaker loop; see [Demo Patches](/updates/demo-patches/) and [Demo Review](/review/demo-review/).
Will Sandustry be on Game Pass at launch?
Official messaging includes PC Game Pass alongside Steam and GOG for EA. Confirm on [Release Date and Platforms](/updates/release-date-platforms/) near launch.
Where are official patch notes?
Steam news, Discord, and sandustry.com. We summarize demo changes on [Demo Patches](/updates/demo-patches/); verify there for dates.
Does this wiki update after launch?
Yes. Guides, [Buildings](/buildings/), and [Tier List](/tier-list/) pages align with facts.json and patch summaries here.