Launch date
May 12, 2026 — Tuesday — worldwide.
Regional unlock times
| Region | Unlock (May 12) |
|---|---|
| UTC | 00:00 |
| Los Angeles (PT) | May 11 — 17:00 |
| New York (ET) | May 11 — 20:00 |
| London (BST) | 01:00 |
| Berlin (CEST) | 02:00 |
| Tokyo (JST) | 09:00 |
| Sydney (AEST) | 10:00 |
Platforms
- PlayStation 5 (disc + digital)
- Xbox Series X|S (disc on X, digital-only on S)
- PC — Steam, Epic Games Store, Microsoft Store
Pre-load
Pre-load opens 48 hours before launch on all platforms (May 10, 2026 ~00:00 UTC). Download size is approximately 70 GB.
FAQ
When does Directive 8020 release?
Tuesday, May 12, 2026 worldwide on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam, Epic Games Store and Microsoft Store.
What time does Directive 8020 unlock?
Midnight local time on May 12 in most regions on console (PSN/Xbox use local midnight). Steam unlocks at 17:00 UTC on May 11 (~10am Pacific / 1pm Eastern).
When is the Directive 8020 review embargo?
Review embargo lifts at 14:00 UTC on May 11, 2026 (24 hours before launch).