The highly anticipated game, Jump Space, is on the verge of launching into early access. Before its official debut later this month, developer Keepsake Games has disclosed the game`s pricing and a detailed roadmap for updates extending into 2026.
Keepsake Games confirmed that Jump Space will enter early access on September 19, priced at $20, available for Xbox Series X|S and PC. The initial early access period will kick off with Chapter 1: The Resistance Coalition. Following this, Chapter 2: Atira Strikes Back is slated for release by early 2026. During this period, players can anticipate a series of smaller updates introducing features such as text chat, hangar vendors, a revamped ship shield system, the addition of melee weapons, expanded narrative content, new missions, a photo mode, and various other enhancements.
The first quarter of 2026 will see the arrival of Chapter 3: Secrets of the Telmari, bringing significant additions like a first-person mode, new galactic sectors, an improved scanner, voice chat functionality, fresh enemy types, and a challenging ground boss. Furthermore, a Chapter 4, titled Heart of Corruption, is planned before the game`s full release from early access, though specific release dates or detailed information for this chapter have not yet been disclosed.
Previously known as Jump Ship before a name change due to trademark considerations, Jump Space is a cooperative game designed for up to four players. In it, players form the crew of a single ship, managing its controls and performing necessary repairs. Its gameplay blends elements reminiscent of Left 4 Dead and Sea of Thieves, enriched with sci-fi features such as planetary exploration and thrilling space walks. The galaxy presents numerous perils, and players will face challenges from adversaries in both ground-based encounters and ship-to-ship combat. It`s important to note that the game focuses exclusively on Player-versus-Environment (PvE) combat, with no Player-versus-Player (PvP) elements.
Keepsake Games has previously indicated that Jump Space will offer a variety of `handcrafted missions with random elements,` designed to ensure replayability and maintain player engagement. The game has already garnered significant attention, with over 1 million wishlists on Steam. Initially, Jump Space will be accessible only on Xbox Series X|S and PC platforms.