Arknights: Endfield has been out since January on PC, PS5 and mobile. Now it's on Steam too, and the timing couldn't be better. The Arknights: Endfield Steam launch landed alongside the game's Sanctuary of Ink update, bringing new operators, a returning challenge mode and a cosy farming minigame.
On Discord, the game is surging. For 16 to 22 October it ranked eighth on Discord's Trending Games chart, with streams up 311%. Its official server is the biggest on that list, with about 641,000 members and over 230,000 online.
Here's what's new, how the Steam version works and where to find other players.
At a glance - Steam release: mid-October 2026 (Steam lists 14 October) - Update: Sanctuary of Ink, from 15 October - New operators: Si and Argent Flow - Price: free to play, with in-app purchases - Steam reviews: Very Positive (90% of 1,100+) - Discord: Arknights: Endfield Official, about 641,000 members
🌍 What Is Arknights: Endfield?
Arknights: Endfield is an action RPG from Hypergryph, published worldwide by Gryphline, and a spin-off of the 2019 hit Arknights. You play as the Endministrator of Endfield Industries on the moon Talos-II, leading a four-character squad in real-time combat.
Arknights: Endfield. Image: Gryphline via Steam.
Real-time squad combat in Arknights: Endfield. Image: Gryphline via Steam.
Alongside combat, there's a big base-building and factory side: harvesting resources, linking mining nodes with ziplines and routing power and conveyor belts. It launched on 22 January 2026 for Android, iOS, PS5 and Windows.
Factory building is a big part of Arknights: Endfield. Image: Gryphline via Steam.
🖌️ What's New in Sanctuary of Ink
Sanctuary of Ink key art. Image: Gryphline via Steam.
According to Gematsu, the Sanctuary of Ink update adds:
- Si, a Feranmut Proxy who draws an Inksoul from enemies and strengthens Cryo and Heat teammates
- Argent Flow, who fights with a sword and spear and charges into battle on his warhorse, Nuli
- Indigo Experimental Operation, the return of the Contingency Contract challenge mode with selectable modifiers
- A new story set in Si's painting world, with a later event exploring Argent Flow's past
- Yuanyuan's Blazing Stoves, a countryside inn minigame with farming, cooking and an Auto-Farmer
- Quality-of-life upgrades, including saved equipment loadouts and better mouse targeting
Si, one of the two new operators. Image: Gryphline via Steam.
Argent Flow charging into battle on his warhorse, Nuli. Image: Gryphline via Steam.
Both new operators arrive through recruitment events during the update.
The Indigo Experimental Operation brings back Contingency Contract. Image: Gryphline via Steam.
🖥️ The Arknights: Endfield Steam Version
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Steam release | Mid-October 2026 (Steam lists 14 October) |
| Price | Free to play, with in-app purchases |
| Steam reviews | Very Positive (90% of 1,101 English reviews) |
| Other platforms | Official PC launcher, Epic Games Store, PS5, iOS, Android |
| Developer | Hypergryph |
| Publisher | Gryphline |
Before launch, the Steam page ran a wishlist reward campaign with in-game rewards at 30,000, 100,000, 200,000 and 300,000 wishlists, according to Automaton.
Exploring Talos-II. Image: Gryphline via Steam.
💬 The Arknights: Endfield Discord
Arknights: Endfield Official is one of the largest game communities on Discord. Discord's game page lists about 641,000 members and 233,000 online.
The Arknights: Endfield Official server banner on Discord. Image: Gryphline.
It's the place for patch news, banner discussions, factory layouts and team building. If you're into anime-style games, our list of the best anime and manga Discord communities has more servers to explore. You can also browse game servers with a Discord server finder.
⚠️ Stay Safe With Gacha Accounts
Free-to-play gacha games attract account sellers and fake "free currency" links. Only redeem codes and rewards through the game itself or official channels, and never share your login. Setting up a gaming server for your group? Our guide to setting up a gaming Discord server covers safe roles and permissions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Arknights: Endfield on Steam?
Yes. It arrived on Steam in mid-October 2026, alongside the Sanctuary of Ink update.
Is Arknights: Endfield free?
Yes. It's free to play, with in-app purchases.
What's new in Sanctuary of Ink?
Two new operators (Si and Argent Flow), a returning challenge mode, a new story and a farming and cooking minigame.
Can I play Arknights: Endfield on PS5 and mobile?
Yes. It's also on PS5, iOS, Android, the official PC launcher and the Epic Games Store.
Does Arknights: Endfield have a Discord server?
Yes. Arknights: Endfield Official has about 641,000 members.
🎮 The Bottom Line
The Arknights: Endfield Steam launch, paired with the Sanctuary of Ink update, gave the game a big new wave of players. With Si, Argent Flow and a surprisingly relaxing farming minigame, there's plenty for both new and returning Endministrators.
Its Discord, one of the biggest on the platform, is the easiest place to start.
Are you pulling for Si, Argent Flow or both?
Sources
- Gematsu: Arknights: Endfield Sanctuary of Ink launches October 15 alongside Steam release, 6 October 2026
- Steam: Arknights: Endfield
- Wikipedia: Arknights: Endfield
- Automaton: Arknights: Endfield confirmed for Steam release
- Discord: Arknights: Endfield on Discord
- Discord: Trending Games, week of 16 to 22 October 2026
Comments
Sign in to join the conversation
Sign inNo comments yet
Be the first to share your thoughts!