Once Human comes to PS5 and Xbox Series XS with new first-person mode

Once Human originally appeared on PC and later on mobile devices, but with the console version gets a significantly larger playing field. Players on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series XJS will be able to work with the post-apocalyptic survival game from August 25, focusing on collecting, building, shooting and working together.

One of the most striking additions to the console release is the new First-person mode. Until now, Once Human played mainly from a third-person perspective, but players will soon be able to explore the world from the eyes of their character. This not only changes the appearance of the game, but also the fight gets a different way of playing. The new camera position is made available for all platforms.

Also players who already play on PC or mobile do not need to start completely again. Starry Studio supports console version Cross Progression, allowing players to link their existing account and take their progress. In addition, there will be full cross-play, allowing players to play on PlayStation, Xbox, PC and mobile devices together.

The console version is also complete free-to-play, like the existing versions of Once Human. Players do not need to purchase a full game to discover the world of Stardust. However, optional paid bundles are available including cosmetic items and other extras.

For Starry Studio the release is an important step. Once Human has developed on PC and mobile into an extensive survival game with different scenarios, big worlds, Deviants, basebuilding and multiplayer activities. With the coming to consoles the game gets access to a new audience that so far outside the officialëLe release fell.

The developer has also organized several console tests in recent months. In June and July, an extensive Console Open Beta took place for PlayStation 5, PlayStation 5 Pro and Xbox Series X. Starry Studio was able to collect feedback and prepare the console version for the final release.

The switch to consoles comes at an interesting time. Once Human is no longer a new survival game, allowing console players to take direct advantage of a game that has already been expanded. At the same time, it remains to be seen how well all systems, menus and extensive crafting capabilities can be operated with a controller.

Once Human will appear on August 25, 2026 for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X. The console version is supported by cross-play and cross-progress and appears simultaneously with the new first-person mode. For players who have so far only followed the survival game from the sidelines, this is an interesting moment to finally discover the world of Once Human.