Lords of the Fallen 2 Delayed to Q1 2027

If you were expecting to jump into Lords of the Fallen 2 this autumn, you’ll have to wait a little longer. CI Games has officially shifted the action RPG’s release window to the first quarter of 2027.

The delay comes as little surprise to those tracking the game, especially given that it lacked a confirmed launch date. By moving out of the latter half of 2026, the studio avoids the industry-wide rush to steer clear of GTA 6, which is set to dominate the market this November. While the early months of 2027 are already looking busy, the sequel to the 2023 Lords of the Fallen carries enough anticipation to hold its own.

Refining the Souls-like Experience

According to CI Games, the decision to push the date isn't just about avoiding a stacked release calendar. The publisher is leaning on a dedicated "Gameplay Feedback Team"—a group of seasoned Souls-like veterans—to help guide the final stages of development.

"As development progresses, we have worked closely with the Gameplay Feedback Team, a dedicated group of seasoned Souls-like veterans within our Launch Creative Team," the studio explained. "Their valuable ongoing input, combined with the team’s vision, has identified meaningful opportunities to further refine and strengthen the overall experience."

The developer noted that this updated window also ensures the game receives the necessary attention from players and critics alike, rather than getting lost in the noise of a highly competitive holiday period.

Building on a Solid Foundation

The original Lords of the Fallen, released in October 2023, eventually earned a reputation as a rock-solid entry in the genre following a series of substantial post-launch updates. Early signs suggest that this sequel is positioning itself as a noticeable improvement over its predecessor. With the extra time now locked in for early 2027, the team has a clear runway to polish the mechanics that fans are most interested in seeing.

For those looking to fill the gap in their gaming calendar this fall, there are plenty of other titles on the horizon, but for fans of challenging action RPGs, the wait for Lords of the Fallen 2 is now set for the start of 2027.