Explore this vast world: full of riches, but also dangers. Get early access to this realistic Western survival game.
The Breach Studios and Team17 are pleased to announce that the open-world Western survival adventure game Westlanders is now available for closed beta testing on Steam and the Epic Games Store. The test runs from November 10 to November 17, 2026.
Westlanders is scheduled to launch in Early Access on Steam and the Epic Games Store in 2027. The game transports players to the dangerous Wild West of the 19th century, where they must do whatever it takes to survive and carve out their place in this rugged land.
This test will unlock the first 6 to 8 hours of the game, allowing players to experience survival and settlement building in two distinct biomes. From scavenging supplies and hunting to establishing your first camp, gradually begin your life in the Wild West.
Watch the new gameplay trailer for Westlanders to get an early look at what's coming in this closed beta and the future Early Access version:
Ferran Punti, CEO of The Breach Studios, said:
"We're thrilled to share this world with fans of survival and building games, and we can't wait to hear what everyone thinks of Westlanders! This is a Western-themed game with a realistic open world, and we're eager for players to saddle up and dive into the adventure. This test is just the beginning, and we welcome feedback during this phase. We hope players get a glimpse of what we have prepared for Early Access and future updates."
Westlanders blends survival, crafting, building, and management gameplay to deliver a rich, layered experience. Players will evolve from struggling wanderers into leaders of thriving settlements. You can customize your wagon into a mobile base, explore unknown regions, search for resources, and strive to survive in a harsh environment.
Westlanders Game Features
· Survival: Drive your custom wagon to explore a vast world, surviving in a dynamic open world that is both vibrant and dangerous.
· Exploration: Discover vital resources, hidden locations, and distinctive characters, and build a network of settlements across the valley to help your community grow.
· Crafting & Innovation: Progress through a deep tech tree, from basic tools to clever inventions, unlocking powerful equipment and useful buildings.
· Build & Customize: Establish your own settlement, transforming the wilderness into a thriving community hub.
· Production & Utilization: Develop land resources through farming, animal husbandry, and mining, and optimize production processes through research and worker automation.
Westlanders is currently in development and is planned to launch in Early Access on PC in 2027. Console versions are scheduled for release with the full 1.0 version later on.
About The Breach Studios
The Breach Studios is a game development studio based in Barcelona, dedicated to creating high-quality, cross-platform entertainment content. Founded by industry veterans with experience in AA to AAA game development and long-term live operations, the studio combines creative vision with technical expertise.
The team focuses on PC, console, and cross-platform multiplayer games, with members bringing extensive experience in Unreal Engine, game design, art direction, and online infrastructure. They are committed to delivering high-quality, efficient projects for publishers, investors, and strategic partners.
About Team17
Founded in 1990, Team17 is part of Everplay Group plc and is a passionate and creative game developer and publisher that has long supported pioneering independent development partners and their works.
Team17 boasts a portfolio of over 150 games, including globally beloved titles like DREDGE, Date Everythinggj!, and Overcooked!, as well as its own award-winning and highly nominated franchises such as Hell Let Loose, Golf With Your Friends, The Escapists, and the classic Worms series.
