Arknights: Endfield, the highly anticipated 3D real-time RPG spin-off from the tower defense hit Arknights, has finally locked in its global launch date. Publisher GRYPHLINE revealed during The Game Awards 2025 that the game will release worldwide on January 22, 2026, across PC, PlayStation 5, iOS, and Android platforms. This simultaneous launch marks the end of years of teasers, betas, and "Whenfield" memes among fans, with pre-registrations already surpassing 30 million.
Players can expect to step into the vast world of Talos-II, leading Endfield Industries against the Blight and Ankhor threats in strategic, real-time combat. Pre-registration is live on the official website, PlayStation Store, App Store, and Google Play, unlocking milestone rewards like the 5★ operator Snowshine, Basic Headhunting Permits, and the 5★ weapon Finishing Call once thresholds are met.
System Requirements
Arknights: Endfield's system requirements, drawn from recent beta tests and official previews, are accessible for mid-range hardware. PC players will need a solid GPU for the 3D environments, while mobile focuses on recent flagships. SSD storage is strongly recommended for all platforms due to a base install size of around 60GB (plus temporary unpacking space).
PC System Requirements
| Specification | Minimum | Recommended |
|---|---|---|
| OS | Windows 10/11 64-bit | Windows 10/11 64-bit |
| CPU | Intel Core i5-9400F or equivalent | Intel Core i7-10700K or equivalent |
| GPU | NVIDIA GTX 1060 6GB or equivalent | NVIDIA RTX 2060 or equivalent |
| RAM | 16 GB | 32 GB |
| Storage | 60 GB SSD | 60 GB SSD or higher |
These specs target 1080p at 30 FPS on minimum settings, scaling up for higher resolutions and frame rates on recommended hardware.
Mobile System Requirements (Android/iOS)
| Platform | Minimum | Recommended |
|---|---|---|
| Android | 6 GB RAM Snapdragon 855/Dimensity 1000/Kirin 990 or equivalent Android 10+ | 8 GB+ RAM Snapdragon 888+ or equivalent Android 11+ |
| iOS | iPhone XS or later iOS 14+ | iPhone 12+ iOS 16+ |
PlayStation 5
No specific hardware barriers beyond owning a PS5. The game supports DualSense features like vibration and adaptive triggers. Pre-orders are available on the PS Store, including bonus packs with Headhunting Permits and resources (game remains free-to-play).
The Gacha System: Headhunting and Weapon Banners
Like its predecessor, Arknights: Endfield is free-to-play with a gacha system called "Headhunting" for operators (characters) and a separate banner for weapons. Details stem from Beta Test II, with potential tweaks before launch.
Character Headhunting
- Banners:
- New Journey (beginner-friendly for first 6★).
- Standard Banner (permanent pool).
- Limited Banners (time-limited rate-ups).
- Rates:
Rarity Drop Rate 6★ 0.8% 5★ 8% 4★ 91.2% - Pity System:
- Soft pity starts around 65 pulls.
- Hard pity: Guaranteed 6★ at 80 pulls.
- Limited banners: 50/50 chance for rate-up 6★. Lose? Next 6★ (by 120 pulls total) is guaranteed rate-up.
- After 240 pulls post-pity, earn tokens for extra rate-up copies.
- Pity does not carry over between limited banners.
- Currencies: Orgeometry (premium, like originium prime) and Oroberyl (earned in-game, like orundum).
10 character pulls yield Arsenal Tickets for ~5 weapon pulls, linking the systems.
Weapon Banner
Separate pulls for operator weapons using tickets. Similar rates and pity mechanics apply, emphasizing build optimization in Endfield's combat.
Overall, the system favors F2P/low-spenders (1-2 6★s per banner at 65-120 pulls) while scaling for spenders. No confirmed shop details yet, but expect battle passes and monthly cards typical of gacha titles.