Attack on Titan 3 Announced for Winter Release on Next-Gen Consoles
Koei Tecmo and developer Omega Force have officially announced Attack on Titan 3 for a winter release on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, Nintendo Switch 2, and PC via Steam. The announcement confirms the next major installment in the action game series will arrive this coming winter.
According to the official announcement, the game is being developed by Omega Force and published by Koei Tecmo. It is designed to cover the complete narrative of the Attack on Titan story from beginning to end.
Official game artwork.
The platforms confirmed for the title are the current and next-generation consoles, including the PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, and the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2, alongside a PC release on Steam. No specific date within the winter window was provided.
This core announcement sets the stage for the game's broader features, including evolved combat mechanics and narrative integration, which are detailed in subsequent reveals.
Evolved ODM-Gear and New Gameplay Mechanics
Attack on Titan 3 features a significantly evolved ODM-Gear action system, designed to better replicate the high-speed, omni-directional combat of the series. According to the gameplay presentation released by Koei Tecmo, the refined system demands constant vigilance as players face new and more terrifying Titan attack patterns and behaviors.
The gameplay will also allow players to take control of the Nine Titans, expanding the combat options beyond the standard Scout Regiment gear. This addition promises to deliver the scale and power of these pivotal characters from the story.
High-speed movement with the Evolved ODM Gear.
To ensure the intense action is accessible to all fans, the developers at Omega Force are introducing a new Casual Mode. This mode is designed to allow players of any skill level to fully experience the narrative and combat of the Scout Regiment's struggle.
Lead the Survey Squad and Interact with the 104th Cadet Corps
Players will create and lead a custom Survey Squad while building relationships with key characters like Eren, Mikasa, and Armin. According to the official "Features and Gameplay Presentation," a central pillar of Attack on Titan 3 is the squad command system, which expands beyond the core action.
The game allows players to recruit a diverse cast of characters to form their own unique Survey Squad. Each squad member possesses distinct skills and abilities, which players must strategically deploy on missions outside the Walls. These missions involve constructing supply bases, exterminating Titans, and working to expand humanity's territory, emphasizing tactical use of the environment over direct confrontation.
Interacting with the 104th Cadet Corps
Interaction with the iconic 104th Cadet Corps is a key narrative and gameplay driver. The player character, a customizable Scout and engineer, is chosen to lead the Corps after demonstrating their capability to Command. By engaging with characters including Eren, Mikasa, and Armin, players can deepen relationships that unlock new cooperative battle abilities and special story cutscenes.
This system integrates the personal stories of the series' beloved cast with the strategic management of the Scout Regiment's operations, offering a dual focus on character-driven narrative and squad-based tactical gameplay.
MAPPA Collaboration and Anime Expo 2026 Presence
The game's production values are highlighted by a new opening animation produced in collaboration with acclaimed anime studio MAPPA. According to the announcement, the intro movie is being directed by Arifumi Imai, a key animator and storyboard artist renowned for his work on action sequences in the Attack on Titan anime series. The MAPPA team stated they are "excited and committed to creating an intro movie that fans will love and that will build anticipation for the game."
This special animation will not be included in the base game at launch but is planned for release in a future update. This collaboration directly ties the game's presentation to the visual style and high-octane action of the anime's final seasons.
Action gameplay sequence
Players will get their first public look at Attack on Titan 3 at Anime Expo 2026 in Los Angeles. The game will be showcased at the convention, which runs from July 2 to July 5, specifically at the amiami booth. This appearance signals a major promotional push for the winter release, targeting the core anime and gaming fanbase in attendance.
The announcement did not specify if the MAPPA-produced opening will be debuted at the expo, but the presence confirms the title as a centerpiece of Koei Tecmo's and Omega Force's upcoming lineup.