ZERO PARADES Release Date - PC Launch, PS5, Price & Languages
ZERO PARADES: For Dead Spies release guide: May 21, 2026 Steam PC launch status, PS5 2026 timing, price check, supported languages, single-player features, and launch-day storefront notes.
Release Answer
ZERO PARADES: For Dead Spies is a May 21, 2026 PC launch. Steam, Epic Games Store, and GOG are the PC storefronts. The US price is $39.99, Steam Deck Verified support is listed, and PS5 is announced for 2026 without an exact date yet.
Release and Platform Status
| Platform | Answer |
|---|---|
| PC / Steam | May 21, 2026 PC launch; check the live regional buy button. |
| Epic Games Store | Available for the PC release. |
| GOG | Available for the PC release. |
| Windows | Confirmed by Steam platform and specs. |
| PS5 | Announced for 2026; exact date is not public yet. |
| Xbox | No public launch listing found. |
| macOS / Linux | No public Steam platform support listed. |
| Switch | No public launch listing found. |
Launch Facts to Check Before Buying
| Fact | Player answer |
|---|---|
| Release date | May 21, 2026 for PC. |
| Availability | Check your preferred storefront for the live buy button, regional price, and refund policy. |
| Developer / Publisher | ZA/UM. |
| Genre | Single-player espionage RPG / narrative RPG. |
| Main character | Hershel Wilk, alias CASCADE, a burnt-out operant. |
| Core systems | 15 skills, Conditioning, split-second decisions, Exertion, Fatigue, Anxiety, and Delirium. |
| PC storefronts | Available through Steam, Epic Games Store, and GOG. |
| Steam Deck | Steam Deck Verified; text size and controller comfort are still worth checking during the first session. |
| PS5 | PlayStation pages say 2026, but no exact PS5 date is confirmed. |
| Price | $39.99 in the US; local storefront prices can differ by region. |
| Languages | English audio; text support includes English, German, Russian, Simplified Chinese, and Spanish - Latin America. |
| Later languages | French, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Polish, Portuguese (Brazilian), Traditional Chinese, and Turkish are planned as free updates later in 2026. |
Launch-Day Storefront Checklist
| PC availability | May 21, 2026 PC launch is announced for Steam, Epic Games Store, and GOG; check the live buy button in your region. |
|---|---|
| PS5 timing | PS5 is announced for 2026, but no exact PS5 launch date is public yet. |
| Price | The US price is $39.99; local storefront prices can differ. |
| Known issues | Launch-day reports include crashes, progression blockers, and UI glitches. Check Steam Community and recent patch notes before a long session. |
| Language | English has full audio; launch text support includes German, Russian, Simplified Chinese, and Spanish - Latin America. |
| Controller | Steam lists partial controller support, so test controls and UI readability early. |
| Steam Deck | Steam Deck Verified; test text size, menus, and cloud saves before a long session. |
| Later localization | French, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Polish, Portuguese (Brazilian), Traditional Chinese, and Turkish are planned as free updates later in 2026. |
Official Videos to Watch First
The official gameplay and showcase videos are the quickest way to judge ZERO PARADES' tone, dialogue density, interface, and pressure-driven RPG systems.
Official Links and Store Pages
| Player question | Official link | Status | Player note |
|---|---|---|---|
| When does the PC version release, and what does Steam list? | Steam store | Confirmed | Check Steam for the buy button, Windows requirements, language list, features, screenshots, and trailers. |
| Who made ZERO PARADES, and where is the official site? | Official site / Steam store | Confirmed | Use the official site when you want publisher links, press assets, and platform wording from ZA/UM. |
| What kind of RPG is ZERO PARADES? | Steam store | Confirmed | Useful before starting because it names the core RPG systems: skills, Conditioning, Exertion, and pressure states. |
| Is the PS5 version launching on the same day as PC? | Official PlayStation-facing coverage | Confirmed | Useful for console players because the PC launch and PS5 release timing are separate. |
| Where can PC players buy it, and what is the US price? | ZA/UM official Reddit launch post | Confirmed | Useful for store choice, US price, Steam Deck support, and planned localization updates. |
| Are Epic Games Store and GOG options available? | Epic Games Store / GOG | Confirmed | Useful when choosing between Steam features, Epic library ownership, and GOG availability. |
| What early critic blurbs are visible before broad player consensus? | Steam store review snippets | Confirmed | Read these as short critic blurbs, not as a full score roundup. |
Next Guides
ZERO PARADES Guide Hub
Start here for launch status, PC/PS5 notes, beginner advice, specs, Steam Deck setup, and buying guidance.
Beginner Guide
Spoiler-light first-session advice for skills, Conditioning, Exertion, pressure, and dialogue choices.
System Requirements
Official minimum and recommended PC specs, GTX 1060 baseline, RAM, DirectX 11, and setup notes.
Steam Deck Guide
Steam Deck Verified context, controller support, text readability, saves, and handheld checks.
Is ZERO PARADES Worth It?
Buying advice for Disco Elysium fans, narrative RPG players, PS5 users, and cautious launch buyers.
Best Build Guide
Four build archetypes, specific skill picks, Conditioning tips, and first-playthrough advice for Hershel Wilk.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the ZERO PARADES release date?
ZERO PARADES: For Dead Spies is announced for May 21, 2026 on PC. Steam, Epic Games Store, and GOG are the PC storefronts; check the live buy button and regional price before purchasing.
Q: Is ZERO PARADES on PS5?
PS5 is announced for 2026, but no exact PS5 launch date is public yet.
Q: What platforms is ZERO PARADES on?
PC is the launch platform, with Steam, Epic Games Store, and GOG available. PS5 is announced for 2026. Steam does not list macOS, Linux, Xbox, or Switch support.
Q: What languages does ZERO PARADES support?
Steam lists English with full audio and text support for English, German, Russian, Simplified Chinese, and Spanish - Latin America.