How to play Homeworld 3 early: Date & file size

Lucas Simons
Homeworld 3 Khushan fleet

Homeworld 3 is around the corner, and here’s all you need to know about its release date if you want to play the game early, before its official launch.

Homeworld 3 is coming soon, and players will be pleased to discover that there is a way to access the game early. The real-time strategy game is one of this year’s most anticipated releases and the next title of the acclaimed franchise that puts players in the role of a Fleet Commander.

So, here’s how to get early access to Homeworld 3.

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Homeworld 3: How to play early

To play Homeworld 3 early, players need to purchase either the Fleet Command Edition for 89.99 USD / 73.97 GBP or the Collector’s Edition for 174.99 USD / 169.99 GBP.

This will guarantee players access to the game three days ahead of the full launch on May 13. That means you’ll be able to play as early as May 10.

Homeworld 3 Collector's Edition
The Collector’s Edition is available for purchase from the official Homeworld 3 site.

Homeworld 3 early release date & file size

For those who pre-order the Fleet Command or Collector’s editions, the early release date will be May 10, 2024.

Homeworld 3 launches in full on May 13, 2024, at 11 AM PDT / 2 PM EDT / 7 PM BST.

It was revealed by Blackbird Interactive that the game’s file size will be around 40 GB. There is currently no preload time scheduled for Homeworld 3.

Homeworld 3 Fleet Command & Collector’s Edition bonus content

Both Homeworld 3 editions with early access to the game also come with bonus content. It is important to mention that these two editions also include a Kushan Carrier skin, as well as several other bonuses:

Fleet Command Edition bonus content includes:

  • Early Access to the game on May 10
  • Year One Pass
  • Digital Soundtrack by Paul Ruskay
  • Multiplayer Customization Set
  • Profile Banners
  • Ship Decals
  • Multiplayer Name Color
  • Engine Trail Color

Collector’s Edition bonus content includes:

  • Early Access to the game on May 10
  • Year One Pass
  • Digital Soundtrack by Paul Ruskay
  • Multiplayer Customization Set
  • Profile Banners
  • Ship Decals
  • Multiplayer Name Color
  • Engine Trail Color.
  • Physical Khar-Kushan Collector’s Edition
  • Mothership Khar-Kushan Model
  • Hiigaran Torpedo Frigate Model
  • Hiigaran Destroyer Model
  • Hiigaran Recon In Delta Formation Model
  • WW2-Inspired Spotter Deck
  • Homeworld 3 Logo Keychain
  • Lithograph

The Collector’s Edition is considerably more expensive than the rest of the editions but also includes a lot of official collectibles that fans of the Homeworld franchise will surely be able to appreciate.

That’s all you need to know about how to play Homeworld 3. For more info on upcoming releases, you can check out the following guides:

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About The Author

Lucas is a Games Writer for CharlieIntel, specializing in covering Pokemon, including Pokemon Scarlet & Violet, Pokemon Go, and Pokemon TCG. A former Game Reviewer and PR Liaison for HD Tecnologia (ARG), Lucas is also an Audiovisual Media Producer, Game Designer, Narrative Designer, and author, having published several books including Press Start, a guide to video game writing and world building. You can contact him at [email protected].