How to play Lords of the Fallen early

The continuation/reboot/reinterpretation of the 2014 game, Lords of the Fallen, is preparing for launch. While some early reports claim that the game is lacking in the optimization department, the bulk of players are still waiting to get their hands on the game. So, how about playing the game as soon as possible — or even before everyone else? Does Lords of the Fallen have early access? If so, how can you play Lords of the Fallen early? Keep reading to find out.

Does Lords of the Fallen Have Early Access?

While early access is a benefit certain players enjoy after purchasing a specific edition of a game, there is no early access benefit for Lords of the Fallen. Yes, there are pre-order bonuses such as different tincts to change the appearance of your wearable items, as well as an early boost for you to level up your player during the first stages of the game. However, there is no early access available for anyone who purchases the Deluxe or Collector’s edition.

In the case of the Deluxe edition, which is the highest-tier software-only version of the game, you get the Dark Crusader starting class from the start. This is a huge bonus for players looking to experiment with said class without the need to unlock it. By the way, you normally unlock it by completing the game once, so it is a great benefit. To be honest, I think a period of early access for the Deluxe edition would have been well-received. This is a practice that many games implement, with Starfield being one of the recent examples.

Related: How long is Lords of the Fallen?

While there is no early access for Lords of the Fallen, you can still play it as soon as it drops on October 13, 2023, for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC. Let’s hope that this game delivers on what could be a great addition to the Soulslike slate of games.