Valheim 1.0 Release Date Set for September 9, 2026 With Deep North Biome

Valheim ends its five-year Early Access period with a full 1.0 release on September 9, 2026, introducing the Deep North biome and expanding to new consoles.

Iron Gate Valheim
Iron Gate Valheim

Valheim ends its five-year Early Access period with a full 1.0 release on September 9, 2026. Iron Gate expands the game to PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch 2 alongside existing PC and Xbox support. The update introduces the Deep North biome with new enemies, building mechanics, and crafting options.

Iron Gate expands Valheim to PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch 2 alongside PC and Xbox platforms.

The title launches globally across all supported platforms on the same date. Full cross-play functionality connects players regardless of their chosen system. Iron Gate confirms that mobile versions will not receive this release.

Iron Gate Creative Director Robin Eyre highlighted the game's community growth since its 2021 launch. The studio built the Deep North biome as a conclusion to the current Valheim journey. Players can expect new enemies to fight, bases to construct, and weapons to craft within the expansion.

The release marks a major milestone for the survival title after years of development. Iron Gate worked extensively on the new content to meet player expectations. The studio plans to support cross-platform play across every system in the lineup.

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