Active Matter Release Date, Price & System Requirements

The tactical extraction shooter genre is undergoing a quantum shift. Developer Matter Team and publisher Gaijin Network Ltd. have officially announced the full launch date for Active Matter — their highly anticipated PvPvE hardcore shooter set in a fractured multiverse. Combining realistic gunplay, authentic modern military gear, and mind-bending SCP-style paranormal anomalies, Active Matter promises to bring a fresh, intense experience to gamers worldwide.

Whether you are an extraction shooter veteran or a sci-fi enthusiast eager to explore quantum-unstable zones, this guide breaks down everything you need to know: global release times, official pricing, detailed system requirements for PC and consoles, and answers to common FAQs.

 

Active Matter Release Date

Active Matter will officially release on September 15, 2026 for PC (Steam), PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. Game servers will go live simultaneously across all major global regions.

Below is the official global release time schedule across key time zones to help you and your squad prepare for raid day:

Region / Country	Major City / Time Zone	Local Release Time (Sept 15, 2026)
United States (West Coast)	Los Angeles (PDT / UTC-7)	05:00 AM
United States (East Coast)	New York (EDT / UTC-4)	08:00 AM
United Kingdom	London (BST / UTC+1)	01:00 PM
France & Germany	Paris / Berlin (CEST / UTC+2)	02:00 PM
Spain	Madrid (CEST / UTC+2)	02:00 PM
Singapore & Hong Kong	Singapore / HK (SGT/HKT / UTC+8)	08:00 PM
Japan	Tokyo (JST / UTC+9)	09:00 PM

Note: Players who previously purchased the Early Version of Active Matter via the Gaijin Store will receive access to the equivalent edition on Steam for free, with progress transfer options available between Gaijin Store and Steam versions.

 

Active Matter Price

Active Matter launches as a premium buy-to-play title focused on tactical gameplay depth and progression integrity.

Because the game launches with a single primary standard version on digital storefronts, here is the official price breakdown in both USD and EUR:

Edition	Price (USD)	Price (EUR)	Key Details & Included Features
Standard Edition	$29.99 USD	€29.99 EUR	Full base game access on Steam / PS5 / Xbox Series X

Note: Regional prices for other currencies on Steam will be converted and adjusted based on Valve’s regional pricing guidelines at launch.

 

 

Active Matter System Requirements

To render its unstable time-space anomalies, complex gravity effects, and high-fidelity weapon models smoothly, Active Matter requires up-to-date hardware. Notably, an SSD is strictly required for all PC setups.

Active Matter PC System Requirements (Windows & Linux)

Hardware / Component	Minimum Requirements	Recommended Requirements
OS	Windows 10/11 (64-bit) / 64-bit Linux	Windows 10/11 (64-bit) / Ubuntu 26.04 64-bit
Processor (CPU)	Intel Core i5-6600 / AMD Ryzen 3 1300X	Intel Core i5-8700 / AMD Ryzen 5 3600
Memory (RAM)	8 GB RAM	16 GB RAM
Graphics (GPU)	NVIDIA GTX 1050 Ti / AMD RX 470 / Intel ARC A580	NVIDIA RTX 2060 / AMD RX 5700 XT / Intel ARC A770
Storage	45 GB available space (SSD Required)	45 GB available space (SSD Required)
Network	Broadband Internet connection	Broadband Internet connection

Active Matter Console System Requirements (PS5 & Xbox Series X|S)

Active Matter skips previous-generation consoles (PS4/Xbox One) to guarantee current-gen target performance:

PlayStation 5: High-performance native version targeting 60 FPS at dynamic 4K resolution, utilizing DualSense adaptive triggers for realistic weapon recoil. Requires ~45 GB on internal NVMe SSD.

Xbox Series X|S: Fully optimized for Xbox Series X (targeting 4K \60 FPS) and

Xbox Series S (targeting 1080p \60 FPS). Internal SSD installation required.

 

Active Matter FAQ

Q1: Is Active Matter a multiplayer game?

Yes. Active Matter is a multiplayer PvPvE (Player vs. Player vs. Environment) extraction shooter. Operatives enter quantum-unstable raid zones either solo or in small squads to battle both AI monsters/anomalies and rival human Operatives, secure active matter and gear, and safely extract.

Q2: Will Active Matter be available on Xbox Game Pass?

No official Game Pass launch has been announced. Active Matter is releasing as a premium buy-to-play title priced at $29.99 USD / €29.99 EUR on Steam, Xbox Series X|S, and PlayStation 5.

Q3: Does Active Matter support cross-platform play and cross-progression?

Active Matter supports full account linking and cross-progression between the Gaijin Store and Steam versions on PC. Cross-play functionality across PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X|S will be further detailed prior to the September 15 release.

Q4: What makes Active Matter different from other extraction shooters?

The game stands out by combining realistic ballistic gunplay with dynamic physical anomalies. Quantum-unstable zones alter gravity and time-space physics mid-battle, forcing players to adapt tactical maneuvers while dealing with SCP-style anomalies and mutated creatures alongside enemy players.

 

Conclusion

With its official release date set for September 15, 2026, Active Matter is one of the most promising extraction shooters coming to Steam, PS5, and Xbox Series X|S. Make sure your system meets the SSD and GPU specs, clear out 45 GB of space, and get ready for launch!