Frequently Asked Questions
Short answers to what players ask most about Sea of Remnants before launch.
What is Sea of Remnants?
Sea of Remnants is a free-to-play ocean adventure RPG from Joker Studio, the team behind Identity V, published by NetEase Games. You captain the Drift Bottle as an amnesiac puppetfolk sailor and build a crew around the pirate city of Orbtopia.
When does the Sea of Remnants closed beta start?
The Dawnbreaker closed beta starts on December 3, 2026 at 16:00 PT, which is December 4 at 00:00 UTC. Pre-download opens December 1 at 12:00 UTC. Slots are limited and first come, first served.
What is the Sea of Remnants global release date?
No global release date has been announced. The Steam page lists 2027, and Gematsu and Pixels in Orbit report early 2027. The game has been live in China since July 2026, but the China version is a separate release.
Is Sea of Remnants free to play?
Yes. The Steam page lists the game as free to play with in-app purchases. TechRadar reported in February 2026 that the game will have character gacha, cosmetics and a premium battle pass, and quoted the creative director saying the team will not go down the pay-to-win route.
Are there Sea of Remnants redeem codes?
We have found no verified global codes, so this wiki lists none. Codes that circulate for the China version do not apply to the global game. The only confirmed rewards are the pre-registration milestone gifts, delivered by in-game mail at launch.