According to Tobias Stolz-Zwilling, the global public relations manager, review codes for the highly anticipated game will be distributed "in the coming days" following the game's gold status in early December. This move is designed to give reviewers and streamers ample time—about four weeks before the game's release—to formulate their initial thoughts and craft their reviews.

Interestingly, the first "final previews" based on segments of the game from the review version are expected to surface just a week after the codes are sent out. This will offer a tantalizing glimpse into what players can expect from the final product.

In a strategic move to kick off 2025 with a bang, the developers have decided to shift the release date. The game is now slated for February 4, a decision that not only aims to deliver an exceptional gaming experience but also strategically avoids clashing with other major releases like Assassin's Creed Shadows, Avowed, and Monster Hunter Wilds, all set to launch in February.

Gamers can look forward to playing on PC, Xbox Series X/S, and PS5. On consoles, the game will support stunning 4K resolution at 30 fps and 1440p at 60 fps, with specific optimizations for the PS5 Pro right from launch.

For those aiming to experience the game at its ultra settings on PC, you'll need robust hardware: an Intel Core i7-13700K or AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D processor, 32GB of RAM, and a powerful graphics card like the GeForce RTX 4080 or Radeon RX 7900 XT.