VERSION 1.0Evidence reviewed for version 1.02026-11-05

Release Date and 1.0 Status

Lightyear Frontier 1.0 released on November 4, 2026 for Steam and Xbox. A Steam page observed in another locale displayed November 5; the developer announcement, FAQ, and Xbox store agree on November 4.

Verified release timeline

The official launch post announced 1.0 on November 4, and the official pre-launch FAQ gave the same date with an early-evening Europe / morning United States release window. The Xbox store also lists November 4.

Steam displayed November 5 in the locale observed during research. Store dates can reflect locale and time-zone handling, so this guide uses the first-party release announcement rather than silently selecting the later display.

Early Access
March 20, 2024 (Steam)
Version 1.0
November 4, 2026
Official platforms at 1.0
Steam and Xbox
Evidence review
November 5, 2026

Saves, ownership, price, and Legacy

Old saves are compatible with 1.0. The developer recommended a new save for the smoothest experience but did not require one. Existing owners do not need to buy the game again, and new achievements can work with an old save.

The October 26 FAQ announced a 1.0 price of USD 29.99, EUR 29.99, and GBP 23.49. That is a dated announcement, not a promise that every regional store or sale still shows the same number. The Legacy branch remains available but the FAQ says it will not receive new updates.

What is confirmed after 1.0

The developer said fixes and improvements were planned, but did not promise specific major content. There is no verified public roadmap in the evidence set that justifies turning speculation into a release calendar.

The official FAQ says PS5 and Switch 2 versions are being looked into, not confirmed. The current platform page tracks that distinction.

Quick answers

When did Lightyear Frontier 1.0 release?+

November 4, 2026, according to the official launch post, FAQ, and Xbox store.

Do I need a new save for 1.0?+

No. Old saves are compatible, though the developer recommended a new save for the smoothest experience.

Will the Legacy branch keep receiving updates?+

The official 1.0 FAQ says the Legacy branch will not be updated.

Sources and status

Lightyear Frontier: S01, S03, S04, S06 · 2026-11-05.

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