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The Callisto Protocol
Release Time and Countdown: When Can You Play The Callisto Protocol?
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The Callisto Protocol was officially released on Friday, December 2, 2022 at 2:00 AM EST on PC and midnight EST on all consoles. Read on to find out what time The Callisto Protocol was released in each region, and how you can hop in and play it!
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The Callisto Protocol Release Time and Countdown
Now Available to Play on the PC
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| Released on December 2nd, 2022 at 2 AM EST |
The Callisto Protocol is now available on PC for all regions. Players who have preloaded the game should now be able to access the Callisto Protocol from their Steam or Epic Games Store libraries.
Officially Released on Consoles
| The Callisto Protocol Console Release Countdown |
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| Released December 2nd, 2022, Midnight EST |
PS5, PS4, and Xbox players now also have access to the full game. Players who have preloaded the game should now be able to access the Callisto Protocol from their home screens. Click on the game tile and you should be good to go!
Local Release Time Per Region
| Region | Local Time |
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| New Zealand | December 2, 6:00 PM (NZDT) |
| Australian East Coast | December 2, 4:00 PM (AEDT) |
| Japan | Not Available |
| Australian West Coast | December 2, 1:00 PM (AWST) |
| Hong Kong | December 2, 1:00 PM (HKT) |
| Philippines | December 2, 1:00 PM (PHT) |
| South Africa | December 2, 7:00 AM (SAST) |
| United Kingdom | December 2, 5:00 AM (GMT) |
| Brazil | December 2, 2:00 AM (GMT-3) |
| US East Coast | December 2, Midnight (EST) |
| US West Coast | December 1, 9:00 PM (PST) |
Where to Buy The Callisto Protocol
Available for PC, PS5, PS4, and Xbox
You can buy The Callisto Protocol's Day One and Digital Deluxe editions from multiple online platforms. However, physical versions of the game, including its Collector's Edition, can only be purchased from select retailers depending on your region.
| The Callisto Protocol Digital Editions | ||
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| Platform | Edition | Where to Buy |
| PC | Day One
Digital Deluxe |
Steam or Epic Games Store |
| PS5 & PS4 | Day One
Digital Deluxe |
PlayStation Store |
| Xbox One | Day One
Digital Deluxe |
Xbox Store Xbox Store |
| Xbox Series X|S | Day One
Digital Deluxe |
Microsoft Store Microsoft Store |
How to Pre-Order and List of Bonuses
Behind the Scenes of the Callisto Protocol
Is the Callisto Protocol Connected to Dead Space?
Fans of the Dead Space series will probably notice the similarities between the Callisto Protocol and Dead Space. Check out our article that explores the connections and similarities between the 2 and how the Callisto Protocol pays homage to its Visceral Games predecessor.
The Callisto Protocol vs Dead Space: How Are They Connected?
Was the Callisto Protocol Set in the PUBG Universe?
Earlier in its development cycle, the Callisto Protocol was planned to be part of the PUBG Universe - a large undertaking that features a variety of media exploring the lore of PUBG. Read on to learn more about the current state of this crossover and what Striking Distance Studios have left for fans of PUBG to find in the game.
Is The Callisto Protocol Connected to PUBG?
Latest Trailer
Sit back and enjoy the latest live-action TV spot while you wait for The Callisto Protocol to drop, or check out all of the previous trailers!
List of Trailers
The Callisto Protocol Related News
The Callisto Protocol News & Game Info
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December 7 Update
Updated 12/6/2022
See a list of patch notes for the Dec 7, 2022 update.
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The Callisto Protocol DLC
Updated 12/4/2022
Check out the DLC for The Callisto Protocol!
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Review of The Callisto Protocol
Updated 12/4/2022
Check out our full review and final rating of The Callisto Protocol!
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Full Story and Plot Summary
Updated 1/4/2023
Read the entire plot summary for The Callisto Protocol!
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Update 1.06 Patch Notes
Updated 12/6/2022
Learn about the patch notes for the version 1.06 update!
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Update 1.05 Patch Notes
Updated 12/3/2022
Check out the changes and fixes from the version 1.05 update!
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How to Get the Gore Skin
Updated 9/22/2025
Learn about the free items you can get by watching eligible Twitch streams!
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February 03 2023 Update
Updated 12/4/2022
New Game + and Hardcore Mode are coming to the game, as well as the start of the Season Pass!
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Release Time and Countdown
Updated 12/2/2022
Countdown to the release of The Callisto Protocol and start your epic nightmare journey in Black Iron Prison!
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How to Pre-Order Guide
Updated 12/2/2022
Find out how to pre-order The Callisto Protocol as well as what bonuses you can get for pre-ordering!
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Is the Callisto Protocol Connected to Dead Space?
Updated 12/1/2022
Find out the connections and differences between Callisto Protocol and Dead Space!
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List of Official Trailers
Updated 12/1/2022
Watch all official trailers as well as the Mastering Horror documentaries on the development of The Callisto Protocol.
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All Available Platforms
Updated 12/1/2022
Check out all supported platforms for Callisto Protocol and find out if it's coming to the PC!
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How Long is the Callisto Protocol?
Updated 12/4/2022
Find out how long it will take players to beat the Callisto Protocol.
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Does the Callisto Protocol Have Early Access?
Updated 12/2/2022
Read on to find out if the Callisto Protocol has early access available!
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Is There a Free PS4 to PS5 Upgrade?
Updated 12/2/2022
Find out if the Callisto Protocol PS4 version offers a free upgrade to the PS5 version of the game!
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System Requirements
Updated 12/9/2022
Learn about The Callisto Protocol's PC and console system requirements!
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Is The Callisto Protocol Connected to PUBG?
Updated 12/1/2022
Learn whether The Callisto Protocol and PUBG are related alongside their gameplay similarities!
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Why Is The Callisto Protocol Banned in Japan?
Updated 12/1/2022
Read about the circumstances behind The Callisto Protocol's cancellation in Japan!
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How Big is The Callisto Protocol?
Updated 12/2/2022
Read on to learn about the different sizes and required storage space for all the available platforms!
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Does The Game Have Multiplayer?
Updated 12/5/2022
The Callisto Protocol is quite a massive game on both PC and Console. Read on to learn different sizes and required storage space for all available platforms.
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Collector's Edition Price and List of Contents
Updated 12/2/2022
Check out the price and all the items included in the Collector's Edition of the game!
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Is the Callisto Protocol on Xbox Game Pass?
Updated 12/3/2022
Read on to learn whether the game will be available on Xbox Game Pass in the future
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Does The Callisto Protocol Have Haptic Feedback?
Updated 12/3/2022
Read on to find out if The Callisto Protocol has haptic feedback and learn what it is!
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These SOB's at Striking Distance don't want the game to be played early sooooo baaaddd!!! that they actually made it so the game won't release in Australia until 4PM which in the US would correspond to it's normal release time...midnight. Meaning you cant use a VPN to unlock it early using a different time zone. Seriously people, is it that bad that I play it 12 hours early?! I already pre-ordered and pre-loaded. Or is the game so buggy that you don't want anybody to know until after release?