Review codes for the game, achieving gold status in early December, will be distributed "in the coming days," according to Tobias Stolz-Zwilling, the global public relations manager. To allow reviewers and streamers ample time for preparation, these codes are expected four weeks before the game's launch.

Interestingly, initial "final previews," using portions of the review build, are anticipated a week after code distribution.

The release date shift to February 4th, 2025, aims to deliver a polished gaming experience to kick off the new year. This strategic move also avoids direct competition with the February launches of Assassin's Creed Shadows, Avowed, and Monster Hunter Wilds.

Platform availability includes PC, Xbox Series X/S, and PS5. Console players can expect 4K/30 fps and 1440p/60 fps options, with PS5 Pro optimization implemented at launch.

PC gamers aiming for ultra settings will require an Intel Core i7-13700K or AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D processor, 32GB of RAM, and either a GeForce RTX 4080 or Radeon RX 7900 XT graphics card.