Is the playtest open?
Yes. On 14 November 2026 the Steam store page marks playtest app 4584570 as open, and the 12 November post dropped the NDA. Early Access itself is still Coming soon.
Request a spot from the join the playtest page, then read what the playtest actually includes. Progression stops before Birch Trees, and befriending Väsen waits for Early Access. The 12 November post said the test closes the following week, and the Steam event for that post runs until 19 November 2026 at 14:30 UTC. Treat the open flag as a short window. Early Access, once it starts, is currently expected to last 12 to 18 months, and the store says that timeline may change.
| Question | Answer right now |
|---|---|
| Playtest | Open on Steam, no NDA |
| Release | Coming soon. Early Access later in 2026 |
| Group size | Solo, or up to 8 players |
| Price and codes | No price listed, and no codes |
Wishlist from the release date page if you want the Early Access launch. Check codes before you hunt for a redeem box. The build does not have one.
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Last checked 14 November 2026.
Where new codes appearLatest updates
- Technical playtest opened with no NDAAnyone can request the test. It is scheduled to close the following week. Befriending Väsen stays out until Early Access.
- Closed playtest invites startedOver 40,000 people had signed up. Invited players could bring up to 3 friends. The NDA lasted while the test stayed closed.
- Dev diary on world buildingNames Sprýg Gnomes at about 10 cm, Skóug Trolls at about 3 m, Troll Queen Hilda, and the decay Rotinn.
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Quick answers
Is TROLLHEIM: GNOMES released?
No. Steam lists the release as Coming soon. The 14 October 2026 announcement plans a Steam Early Access launch later in 2026 and does not give a day.
How many players can join?
Eight. The store page says solo, or up to 7 friends. That is the same cap as a group of 8 on the announcement post. Co-op is PvE.
Is there a demo?
There is no separate demo on the store page. The open technical playtest is the public build. It is a cut-down version of the Early Access plan, not the full game.
What does it cost?
No price is listed. The store page is not marked free. Wait for a price before you budget for Early Access, and read the price page before anyone asks you to pay a third party.
Does it have codes?
No codes have been published for the playtest or the store game. A code site that claims otherwise is not using a studio drop.
Can I play on PS5, Xbox or Steam Deck?
The store page lists Windows only. Controller support is not flagged, and Valve has not published a Steam Deck rating. Details are on the platforms page.
What language is the playtest?
English, with full audio on the store page. The playtest post says it is not localized into other languages.
Should I wishlist it?
Yes, if a cozy Nordic co-op survival game is what you want and you can accept an unfinished Early Access launch. Start with the beginner guide so the playtest limits do not surprise you.