Camelot Unchained Launches on Steam Early Access After 13 Years

By Ryan Messina Gaming News
1 June 2026 no comments

A Decade in the Making

After 13 years of development and periods of near-total silence, Unchained Entertainment is bringing its ambitious MMORPG to the public. Originally funded via Kickstarter in 2013, Camelot Unchained has survived engine overhauls and shifting industry trends to finally secure a release date.

The studio confirmed that the Steam Early Access phase begins on June 2, 2026. This marks a major milestone for the team, shifting the project from closed testing into a public arena where new players can experience the massive pvp mechanics firsthand.

What Are the Steam Early Access Editions?

Players can choose between two versions: the Base Edition for an introductory experience at a lower price point, and the War Unending Edition, which guarantees access to all future Early Access and full-release content. Upgrading from Base to War Unending is possible at any time.

The Base Edition grants players the ability to select their faction, master one of over twenty classes, and participate in the massive battles the game promotes. Unchained Entertainment designed this tier to lower the barrier to entry while keeping the core progression intact.

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Server Uptime and the NDA Lift

Early Access does not immediately mean continuous server availability. At launch, the game servers will operate strictly from Friday to Monday, with occasional Wednesday testing phases to monitor stability.

Once the infrastructure supports full-week availability, Unchained Entertainment plans to implement a monthly subscription fee, though players will be notified in advance and required to opt-in.

Furthermore, the strict Non-Disclosure Agreement restricting footage will be lifted on June 2 at 2:00 p.m. EDT. According to Unchained Entertainment’s official announcement, players can stream and share new gameplay freely, though sharing older, pre-launch footage remains prohibited.

How Will Existing Backers Access the Game?

Existing Kickstarter backers in good standing will bypass Steam entirely, retaining access to the game via the proprietary Unchained Launcher at no additional cost. Furthermore, these veteran supporters automatically receive the premium War Unending Edition.

For backers holding outstanding beta keys for friends, those pledges will be honored when the official web store reopens. These will not be converted into Steam codes, ensuring the developer maintains its distinct backend ecosystem alongside the new Steam integration.

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Ryan Messina

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