For JRPG enthusiasts, Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes has been eagerly awaited since its introduction at E3 2021, with a promised release on consoles and PCs by 2022. However, numerous delays prolonged the anticipation for players. Some of the reasons for the delays included the pandemic and development issues.
But the good news is that Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes, a highly anticipated JRPG directed by the late Yoshitaka Murayama, is finally here. While Deluxe Edition owners can play the game now, everyone else will have to wait just a little bit longer. For those curious about the global release date and time, here's all you need to know.
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Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes Release Date & Time
Based on the early-access initiation date, Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes is set to launch on April 23 at 8 AM PDT (11 AM EDT or 5 AM UTC). The digital release will be simultaneous on all platforms: PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox, and Nintendo Switch. However, the physical Switch edition will release on May 21.
Originally slated for release in October 2022, Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes faced delays due to the COVID-19 pandemic, pushing the release to 2023. However, 505 Games further postponed the release date to April 2024, leaving eager gamers waiting for an additional year. Fortunately, the wait is now over, and gamers worldwide can expect to receive their digital copies by April 23. While some physical editions may arrive by April 23, some may take longer to get to players depending on where they live.
Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes Early Access Dates
The game's closed beta began in March 2024, granting exclusive access to players who backed the Physical Edition (or a higher tier) of Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes on Kickstarter. After that, global early access began on April 21 at 8 AM PDT (11 AM EDT) for all Deluxe Edition buyers. Backers also gained access to the Deluxe Edition content one day before players who did not back it.
When Is Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes Coming to Game Pass?
Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes is a day-one Game Pass release. Subscribers will be able to download the standard version on April 21 at 8 AM PDT (11 AM EDT), coinciding with the game's global release. Both PC and Xbox users will have access to the game at launch, provided they have an active subscription. Pre-download has been available since mid-April, so players will be able to have it downloaded and ready when the time comes.
Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes
- Platform(s)
- PC , PS5 , PS4 , Nintendo Switch , Xbox One , Xbox Series X , Xbox Series S
- Released
- April 23, 2024
- Developer(s)
- Rabbit and Bear Studios
- Genre(s)
- RPG
