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Sand Raiders Of Sophie

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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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  • Confirmed game June 10, 2026 PC via Steam Sep 28 · source
  • Confirmed fourth delay of early access release Aug 31 · source
  • Confirmed release date and server test Aug 30 · source
  • Disputed game June 10, 2026 PC via Steam Aug 30 · source

All coverage

Jul 3

SAND: Raiders of Sophie Surpasses 250,000 Players, Update #2 Rolled Back

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

PvPvE Extraction Shooter SAND: Raiders of Sophie Passes 100,000 Players

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

PvPvE Extraction Shooter SAND: Raiders of Sophie Launches in Early Access on Steam

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 6

PvPvE Extraction Shooter 'SAND: Raiders of Sophie' Launches June 10 on Steam

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.