Physical Editions Commemorating the Series’ 10th Anniversary to Receive Exclusive Artwork in Collaboration with Renowned Artist Yusuke Naora
Rainbow Island awaits! Monomi Park, creators of the top-rated Slime Rancher franchise, are pleased to share that Slime Rancher 2 will exit early access and fully launch on Sept. 23 with digital editions for PlayStation®5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam and Epic Games Store. The full release [v1.0] will be chock-full of new content and gameplay updates, including: Quantum Drones, a twist on a fan-favorite which not only can help automate your ranch but can also roam the island to find resources; plenty of additional blueprints offering decor variants, gadgets, and upgrades; and new sections of the Labyrinth to explore as you uncover the incredible secret behind Rainbow Island, solve the ongoing mysteries, and save the Far, Far Range—a finale you won’t want to miss. All together, this launch culminates in the best and most complete version of the Slime Rancher 2 experience to date.
To commemorate the 10th anniversary of the Slime Rancher series, the team is excited to announce a partnership with iam8bit to release physical editions of Slime Rancher 2 on Jan. 14, 2026, for PlayStation®5 and Xbox Series X|S. With exclusive artwork from legendary artist Yusuke Naora (FINAL FANTASY VII, X, XV), the global retail physical edition and iam8bit Exclusive Edition will both contain a physical copy of the game on a region-free disc and a fold-out poster featuring the custom illustration.
For a limited time, those who pre-order the physical edition will receive a free digital download code for the official soundtrack in the box. The limited Slime Rancher 2 iam8bit Exclusive Edition will be housed in an illustrated sleeve and include a slime sticker sheet featuring six adorable slimes, as well as an exclusive O-sleeve showcasing Beatrix LeBeau and other beloved characters. Both physical editions are priced at $34.99 and available for preorder now at http://slimerancher2.iam8bit.com and participating retailers – the Exclusive Edition will only be available for preorder through August 26.
Slime Rancher 2 Key Features:
Explore a Vibrant New World: Continue the slime-ranching adventures of Beatrix LeBeau as she journeys to a mysterious, rainbow-hued island. Discover slimes never seen before on the Far, Far Range, like the bouncy Cotton Slime, sleepy Sloomber Slime, and reality-defying Twin Slime!
Experience a New Kind of Slime Rancher Story: Stakes have never been higher as it is revealed that not just Rainbow Island, but the entire Far, Far Range is under threat! Discover hidden messages, work with your friends to research the island’s mysterious secrets, and delve into the Labyrinth to help a new friend save the day.
Build Out a Conservatory on Rainbow Island: Earn newbucks from slime plorts and collect resources on Rainbow Island to upgrade your vacpack, build new gadgets, and decorate your Conservatory.
Investigate the Enigmatic Grey Labyrinth: This area is like nothing ever before seen in Slime Rancher, filled with entirely new kinds of puzzles and secrets, multiple unique sub-biomes, hidden areas, and hints to the past and future of the Far, Far Range. Hold on through reality-altering Prisma Disruptions as you try to solve the mysteries of the Grey Labyrinth.
More Gadget Content and Exploration: Dive into a world of discovery with dozens of new gadgets and treasures waiting in hidden nooks and crannies of Rainbow Island. Uncover secret treasure pods to unveil gadgets that enhance the immersive and interactive nature of the game.
Fully Dynamic Weather System: The skies and environment come alive with rain, wind, thunderstorms, lightning, and more! As the weather dances across the different areas, you can discover their unique impact on the environment and slimes. Discover how weather systems produce and amplify phenomena like tornadoes and tangle vines.
For more information on Slime Rancher 2, be sure to visit the official website, subscribe to the official Monomi Park YouTube channel, follow the game on X, and join the official Discord server.