Release date and platforms
Escape Academy 2: Back 2 School is scheduled for November 5, 2026 on PC, PS5 and Xbox Series X|S. Coin Crew Games develops the game, and iam8bit Presents publishes it.
Steam displayed November 6 in the checked storefront session on November 4. Check your regional storefront for the date shown for your account.
| Platform | Announced availability |
|---|---|
| PC / Steam | November 5 announcement; the checked Steam page displayed November 6 |
| PS5 | November 5 |
| Xbox Series X|S | November 5 |
| Game Pass | November 5, day one on Ultimate and PC Game Pass |
The publisher’s platform list includes Steam, PlayStation and Xbox. It does not confirm a Switch or Switch 2 release.
What time does it launch?
The team’s corrected launch reply gives 9am PST on November 5, equivalent to 17:00 UTC. The US PS5 store separately lists 18:00 UTC, one hour later. These are distinct announced times; use your platform’s storefront for its unlock schedule.
Is it on Game Pass?
Yes. Xbox announced day-one access on Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass, listing Cloud, Xbox Series X|S, Handheld and PC. Online multiplayer subscription requirements are explained on the co-op page.
Standard and Deluxe Edition prices
The US Xbox listing on November 4 shows:
| Edition | US Xbox price | Includes |
|---|---|---|
| Standard / base game | $19.99+ | Escape Academy 2: Back 2 School |
| Deluxe Edition | $29.99+ | Base game and Season Pass |
The plus sign is part of the listing. Prices and final checkout totals can differ by region and storefront.
Try the demo first
A free Steam demo lets you play the opening chapter solo or in co-op. Read the demo guide for its content, ticket code and save changes.