Slay the Spire 2 has taken Steam by storm since its Early Access launch, pulling in overwhelmingly positive reviews and record-breaking player numbers. However, if you are a console player on PS5, Xbox, or Nintendo Switch 2, the picture is a little different right now. Here is everything confirmed about the console release of Slay the Spire 2.
Is Slay the Spire 2 Available on Consoles Right Now?
No. Slay the Spire 2 is currently exclusive to PC via Steam during its Early Access period. Console versions for PS5, Xbox Series X/S, and Nintendo Switch 2 are planned. However, they will not arrive until the game reaches its full 1.0 release. Mega Crit has not announced a specific date for the full release, though the studio estimates Early Access will run for one to two years, pointing toward a console launch sometime around 2027.
Is Slay the Spire 2 Coming to PS5?
Yes, Slay the Spire 2 is coming to PS5, however, not during Early Access. In a pre-launch developer Q&A on Discord, Mega Crit confirmed the game will come to “as many platforms as humanly possible”, with the studio’s stated plan being to target Steam for Early Access first, then bring the game to major consoles and mobile for the full release.
Important note: Mega Crit has not issued any new statements on specific console platforms since launch. All current information on PS5, Xbox, and Switch 2 comes from pre-Early Access Discord Q&As. The 2027 estimate is based on the studio’s stated 1 to 2 year Early Access window, not a confirmed release date.
The original Slay the Spire followed this exact same path. It launched on PC in Early Access, completed development, and then came to consoles, arriving on PS4 first among console platforms. History could repeat itself with the sequel, though Mega Crit has not officially confirmed the console release order at this stage.
Is Slay the Spire 2 Coming to Xbox?
Yes, an Xbox release is also planned as part of Mega Crit’s broader console rollout. However, it will arrive alongside or after the full 1.0 release. As with PS5, there is no confirmed date beyond the general 2027 estimate tied to the end of the Early Access period, and no new post-launch statements from Mega Crit have addressed Xbox specifically.
The lack of an Xbox version right now has nothing to do with platform restrictions. It is simply the result of Mega Crit focusing all development resources on the PC Early Access build first, which is the same approach they took with the original game.
Is Slay the Spire 2 Coming to Nintendo Switch 2?
Yes, Nintendo Switch 2 is included in Mega Crit’s console plans, again as part of the full 1.0 release window. As with the other consoles, no new statements have been made by Mega Crit since launch regarding the Switch 2 specifically. Console players on Nintendo hardware will need to wait, however the upside is that by the time Slay the Spire 2 arrives on Switch 2, it should be a complete and thoroughly balanced experience with all Early Access content, bug fixes, and additions already baked in.
Why Is There No Console Version During Early Access?
Mega Crit has been transparent about the reasoning. Early Access exists specifically to gather player feedback, balance content, fix bugs, and test experimental features at scale. The studio confirmed the sequel includes a new in-game feedback and bug reporting tool built directly into the game, allowing players to submit reports without leaving a run. This is a step up from the original game’s Discord-only feedback approach, and it reflects how actively Mega Crit plans to iterate during this period.
Managing a simultaneous console launch alongside an active Early Access development cycle would significantly complicate the process. The original Slay the Spire followed the same strategy, and the console versions that followed were well-received precisely because they arrived as a polished, complete product. Mega Crit is applying the same thinking to the sequel.
How Big Was the Launch?
Slay the Spire 2 did not just launch; it exploded. On day two after release, the game hit an all-time Steam peak of 430,456 concurrent players, making it the biggest roguelike and deckbuilder launch in Steam history, beating the original Slay the Spire’s all-time peak of 57,000 by roughly 750%. The surge in downloads was large enough to briefly impact Steam’s servers, and the game sustained over 200,000 concurrent players well into its second day. As of the latest available data, concurrent player counts remain in the 200,000 to 250,000 range. Reviews sit at 97% positive from over 10,800 total ratings, which places it firmly in Overwhelmingly Positive territory on Steam.
For console players waiting on the sidelines, these numbers paint a clear picture: by the time Slay the Spire 2 arrives on PS5, Xbox, and Switch 2, it will have been refined by a massive and active community for well over a year.
Can You Play Slay the Spire 2 Right Now If You Do Not Have a Gaming PC?
If you own a Steam Deck, you can play Slay the Spire 2 today. The game is Steam Deck Verified from day one, runs natively on Linux, and benefits from the Godot engine’s efficiency, which delivers strong performance and good battery life on the handheld. You can purchase Slay the Spire 2 via Steam for $24.99 USD. Note that Mega Crit has confirmed the price will increase after Early Access ends, so buying now locks in the lower price.
For players on PS5, Xbox, or Nintendo Switch 2 with no access to a PC or Steam Deck, the wait until the full 1.0 release remains the only option.
Key Dates Summary
| Milestone | Date / Status |
| Steam Early Access Launch | March 5, 2026 |
| All-Time Steam Peak | 430,456 concurrent players (March 6, 2026) |
| Early Access Estimated Duration | 1 to 2 years |
| Full 1.0 PC Release (estimated) | 2027 |
| PS5, Xbox, Switch 2 Release (estimated) | 2027 (alongside or after full PC release) |
| Price After Early Access | Will likely increase (exact amount unconfirmed) |
| Last Official Console Statement | Pre-launch Discord Q&A (no post-launch updates) |
Console players, the wait will be worth it. Based on Mega Crit’s track record with the original and the scale of the current PC launch, Slay the Spire 2 will arrive on consoles as a complete, polished, and thoroughly community-tested game — including the full co-op experience from day one.
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