# Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2 launch and class details > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/aliens-fireteam-elite-2-release-updates > Updated: 2026-08-25T15:13:08.000Z. Sources: 51. Developments: 7. Cold Iron Studios, Daybreak Game Company, and 20th Century Games have released the digital version of the co‑op shooter Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC as of August 26, 2026. The sequel expands squad size from three to four players and features a customizable Specialist class, an expanded Horde mode, and smarter Xenomorph AI. Players acting as Colonial Marines face Xenomorphs, synthetics, and biological weapons. Available editions include a Standard Edition ($49.99) and a 40th Anniversary Premium Edition ($69.99), the latter of which includes the Ripley’s Hive Exterminator Pack and other DLC. While digital versions are now available across major platforms, a physical edition for the PlayStation 5 is expected on October 22, 2026. Additionally, a version for the Nintendo Switch 2 is slated for release in late September or November 2026, depending on the region. ## Timeline ### 2026-08-25: Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2 launches on PS5, Xbox, and PC Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2 has launched on PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC, featuring 4-player co-op and new classes. A Nintendo Switch 2 version is scheduled for late 2026. 10 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/aliens-fireteam-elite-2-confirmed-for-nintendo-switch-2 ### 2026-08-10: Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2 showcases Medic class in new trailer Cold Iron Studios showcased the Medic class for ‘Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2’, featuring healing abilities and combat buffs. The game launches August 25 on PS5, Xbox Series, and PC. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/aliens-fireteam-elite-2-showcases-medic-class-in-new-trailer ### 2026-08-06: Nintendo Switch 2 to Launch Fading Echo and Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2 Fading Echo and Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2 are slated for Nintendo Switch 2 releases in 2026, with the former joining PS5 and Xbox versions and the latter arriving later that fall after its August launch on other 9 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/nintendo-switch-2-to-launch-fading-echo-and-aliens-fireteam-elite-2 ### 2026-07-28: Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2 launches August 25, 2026 with new Specialist class Cold Iron Studios set Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2 for release on August 25, 2026 on PC, PS5 and Xbox, adding a 4‑player squad, new Specialist class, expanded Horde mode and cross‑play, priced at $50. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/aliens-fireteam-elite-2-launches-august-25-2026-with-new-specialist-class ### 2026-07-25: Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2 Set for August 25, 2026 Release Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2 releases August 25, 2026 on PS5, Xbox Series X|S and PC, with a $49.99 standard edition and a $69.99 premium edition featuring extra cosmetic packs. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/aliens-fireteam-elite-2-set-for-august-25-2026-release ### 2026-07-23: Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2 slated for global release on August 25, 2026 Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2 releases globally on 25 Aug 2026 for PS5, Xbox Series X|S and PC, with four‑player co‑op, a new Specialist class, and a $69.99 Premium edition featuring Ripley and Herk DLC packs. 22 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/aliens-fireteam-elite-2-launches-august-25-with-new-fourplayer-coop ### 2026-07-15: Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2 unveils heavy‑fire Marauder class Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2 introduces the Marauder class, a heavy‑fire specialist with Blast Cannon, Titan Rockets, upgrade options and two combat‑boosting perks, ahead of its summer launch. 6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/aliens-fireteam-elite-2-unveils-heavyfire-marauder-class --- Cite as: Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2 launch and class details. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/aliens-fireteam-elite-2-release-updates