Three years after releasing Slime Rancher 2 on early access, developer Monomi Park finally has a release date for the full launch. Slime Rancher 2 will fully release on September 23 on PC (Steam, Epic), PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series x/S.
Fun fact: September 23 is almost the exact date the game first launched in Early Access (Sept 22), all the way back in 2022.
Slime Rancher 2 has received numerous content updates over the years, and the 1.0 release is no different. The big new addition with 1.0 are the new Quantum Drones. These helpful buddies help automate the ranch, as well as gather resources around the island.
The 1.0 release also adds new sections of the Labyrinth to explore, as well as additional blueprints for new decor, gadgets, and upgrades.
The release date trailer also showcases RPG artist Yusuke Naora, who is providing exclusive artwork for the physical edition of Slime Rancher 2. The physical editions, available at global retailers as well as an Exclusive Edition from iam8bit, will feature a physical copy of the game, as well as a fold-out poster featuring the custom artwork.
The Exclusive Edition from iam8bit will also include an illustrated sleeve, a sticker sheet with six slimes, and an exclusive O-sleeve.
If you pre-order the physical edition, you can also receive the official soundtrack as a free digital download code. The physical edition will begin shipping on January 14, 2026 for PlayStation and Xbox.
Slime Rancher 2 is the sequel to 2017’s breakout indie hit, which combines first-person 3D exploration, creature collecting, and some light ranch sim elements. The sequel is set on a new island with ancient technology and new breeds of slimes to discover.
The series is rated E10+.
