The most recent footage of Chrono Odyssey was from the recent Closed Beta Test (CBT) which took place from June 20, 2025 to June 22, 2025. The MMO community had mixed reactions of their experiences with the CBT, with some comparing the action-based combat and gathering systems to New World: Aeternum, while others thinking it was too clunky and that the overly customizable character creator made the game a bit of a joke.
Regardless of your thoughts on the game, the developers have made a handful of promises and even pushed back the official release date to late 2026 to ensure they have Chrono Odyssey ready for launch.
If you’re new to Chrono Odyssey, here’s a quick run-down on what we can expect from the game:
- Seamless open world (with little to no loading screens between zones) with a large range of enemies and biomes (grasslands, snowfields, swamps, mountains, etc.)
- Promise that the game will NOT be P2W (in-game cosmetics will be available for purchase, but nothing that will impact your character’s progression and power). Time will tell if this is true, as it’s many potential players’ greatest worry.
- The option to select one of six different types of classes, allowing you to utilize two out of three potential weapons that are specific to each class. These classes include Berserker, Swordsman, Ranger, Paladin, Sorcerer, and Assassin.
- Action-based combat in both PvE and PvP scenarios, making overall combat skill-based and fluent.
- In-depth gathering and crafting systems to support a global economy and character progression.
- Challenging open-world bosses that support both solo and group-based gameplay.
- Wide range of PvE and PvP content, ranging from open-world dungeons, trials, mazes, and more.
- Time manipulation mechanics via the “Chronotector”, creating a unique twist to the action-based combat players will experience throughout the land of Setera.
- And much, much more.
If you’re interested in seeing some actual gameplay from the first CBT of Chrono Odyssey (including combat), watch the video below.
What’s Changing in Chrono Odyssey?
As mentioned, the developers have made a handful of promises to the Chrono Odyssey community based on their feedback from the first CBT. This feedback ranges from a wide range of topics, including the following:
- Clearer quest objectives and map guidance
- More intuitive UI and PC controller support
- Performance stability
- Animation polish
- Combat system updates (input responsiveness, hit feedback, and more)
- Progression and gameplay flexibility
- Character creator
- Additional social features
- And more
To learn more about the specific changes involved in all of these topics, be sure to look at their most recent Developer Note.
When Can You Play Chrono Odyssey?
The official launch of Chrono Odyssey is currently planned for Q4 of 2026, with the possibility of that date being pushed back further based on the amount of feedback the team will receive during the next CBT.
In regard to actually getting your hands on Chrono Odyssey and trying it out for yourself, there’s a good chance that the next CBT will be within the next 6 months, providing us all with a closer look at what the team changed and how the game is looking overall.
Recent Chrono Odyssey Updates
The team at Chrono Odyssey have been sharing a handful of updates via the Chrono Odyssey X Channel, ranging from their visits to coffee shops to fuel them in developing, to hidden messages like the one below teasing some of the changes they’re working on.
Additionally, BongGun Bae (CEO, Chrono Studio) shared a handful of messages after the first CBT, where they shared their enthusiasm on ensuring they make Chrono Odyssey the best game they can, and making sure it meets expectations when it officially opens its doors.
The MMO community as a whole are waiting to hear more news on when they can expect to sign up for the next CBT of Chrono Odyssey, with hopes for another good experience coming soon. Stay tuned for more Chrono Odyssey information!
