Westlanders

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Westlanders
Westlanders (2026) cover.jpg
Cover art
Developer The Breach Studios
Publishers
  • Radical Theory
  • The Breach Studios
Platforms
Release2026
Modes Single-player, multiplayer

Westlanders is a video game set to be released in 2026, developed by The Breach Studios and published by Radical Theory and The Breach Studios. [1]

Contents

Gameplay and themes

Westlanders features gameplay elements such as city-building construction and management simulation gameplay in a Western setting. [1] The game is set to feature single-player and multiplayer cooperative gameplay. [2] [3] Players are able to experience base building mechanics as well as survival mechanics that require that player character to deal with enemies as well as surviving natural events such as illnesses and weather. [4]

The game also includes crafting, construction, and customization, such as updating the look of the player's wagon. [5] The player also uses various tools in the process of placing buildings and expanding bases. [5] As built locations expand, players can use allies to strengthen their help settlements. [5] [6]

Marketing and release

Westlanders was announced in December 2025. [1] [3] It is set to be released in early access in 2026, with a Kickstarter campaign launching as well. [1] [3] [5] [7]

References

  1. 1 2 3 4 Khan, Zarmena (December 16, 2025). "New Wild West PS5 Open World Game Announced, Looks Great". PlayStation LifeStyle . Retrieved January 23, 2026.
  2. Radical Theory (December 15, 2025). "WESTLANDERS unveiled in first Gameplay Trailer, from The Breach Studios, powered by Radical Theory". Radical Theory. Archived from the original on January 23, 2026. Retrieved January 23, 2026.
  3. 1 2 3 IGN (December 15, 2025). "Westlanders - Official Reveal Trailer". IGN . Archived from the original on January 23, 2026. Retrieved January 23, 2026.
  4. Duckworth, Joshua (December 18, 2025). "Brand New Open-World RPG on Steam Takes the Best of Red Dead Redemption and Gives It a Little Touch of Valheim". Game Rant . Archived from the original on January 23, 2026. Retrieved January 24, 2026.
  5. 1 2 3 4 Robelo, Alfredo (December 27, 2025). "Westlanders Is A Wild West Survival Sandbox Heading To PC And Consoles". Yahoo Tech . Retrieved January 23, 2026.
  6. Myles Jr., Darrus (December 23, 2025). "New Open-World Game Will Scratch Your Red Dead Redemption Itch". ComicBook . Archived from the original on January 23, 2026. Retrieved January 23, 2026.
  7. Stewart, Jared (December 16, 2025). "Red Dead Redemption 3 Can Wait, This New Wild West RPG Will Keep Us Busy". Screen Rant . Archived from the original on January 23, 2026. Retrieved January 23, 2026.