Facts
- Release
- game · 2026-06-23 · Steam Early Access · 2026-07-03
- Release
- game · 2026-06-23 · 2026-06-28
- Release
- game · 2026-06-23 · Steam · 2026-06-23
- Release
- game · June 22, 2026 · 2026-06-10
- Release
- game · June 10, 2026 · PC via Steam · 2026-06-06
- Noted
- has surpassed 100,000 total players · 2026-06-28
- Announced
- fourth delay of early access release · 2026-06-10
- Announced
- release date and server test (Summer Game Fest 2026) · 2026-06-06
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Jul 3
The PvPvE extraction shooter SAND: Raiders of Sophie has exceeded 250,000 total players on Steam Early Access since its June 23 launch. Developer Hologryph and TowerHaus released Update #2 with control and balance changes, but network issues forced a rollback on July 3. A re-release is expected within days.
Jun 28
Developer Hologryph, TowerHaus, and publisher tinyBuild announced that SAND: Raiders of Sophie has surpassed 100,000 total players since its early access launch on June 23. The game, which features giant walking machines called Tramplers, has received mixed reviews on Steam. An update addressing early issues and a roadmap for future content have also been released.
Jun 23
Publisher tinyBuild launched the early access of 'SAND: Raiders of Sophie' on Steam on June 23. The game is a PvPvE extraction shooter set on the desert planet Sophie, where players pilot a customizable giant walking machine called the Trampler. Players can explore, fight other players and NPCs, and extract with loot. The game supports solo play or co-op teams of up to six. Two modes are available: Voyage, a low-risk open-world mode with no time limit, and Storm Dive, a high-risk battle royale format with a time limit. Servers support up to 45 players depending on team size. The game had been delayed four times, including a last-minute postponement from June 10 due to server issues discovered during a load test. At launch, the game recorded over 15,000 concurrent players on Steam. User reviews are currently 'Mixed,' with about 60% of roughly 860 reviews positive. Complaints include connectivity issues, matchmaking problems, and bugs. The developer, Hologryph, has acknowledged these issues and stated they are top priorities. The early access period is estimated at about one year, with plans for new weapons, areas, and systems. The regular price is 2,550 yen, with a 21% launch discount to 2,014 yen until July 7. Store pages for PS5 and Xbox Series X|S have also been published.
Jun 10
Publisher tinyBuild announced on June 10 that the early access release of SAND: Raiders of Sophie has been postponed to June 22, the fourth delay. The reason is a critical server issue discovered during a server slam held just before the planned June 10 launch. A new server slam is scheduled for June 15.
Jun 6
Publisher tinyBuild announced during the Summer Game Fest 2026 livestream on June 6 that the PvPvE extraction shooter 'SAND: Raiders of Sophie' will release on June 10 for PC via Steam. Developed by Hologryph and TowerHaus, the game is set on a procedurally generated desert planet where civilization has collapsed. Players control a giant mobile base called the Trampler, which functions as transportation, storage, shelter, and weapon. The game supports solo or team play, with players looting other players and NPCs while extracting valuable resources. A server slam playtest began on June 6 and runs until the evening of June 7 European time; participants can join via the Steam store page and will receive a special weapon skin for the full game. The game also features a battle royale mode called Storm Dive Mode, where the safe zone shrinks and players fight to be the last survivor. The Trampler can be customized with different structures, engines, and weapons. The game supports Japanese display.