Diablo-Like ARPG Wolcen 2 Sets Closed Alpha for Late November

Wolcen: Lords of Mayhem wasn’t an absolute home run, but it was yet another ARPG with interesting ideas and a strong identity that confirmed there’s life for Diablo-likes beyond Path of Exile and its sequel. Now WOLCEN Studio is preparing to release Wolcen 2 into early access, and a closed alpha is coming in late November.

The isometric dark fantasy ARPG was unveiled earlier this year, and this alpha test will actually be the second one, as the developers already gathered hands-on feedback from a first alpha in August. The planned kickoff date is November 26, and the test will run for four days, ending on November 30.

Those interested in participating in this closed alpha can apply through this link, though it’s unclear how many slots will be available. At the time of writing, ARPG players can also apply to test Gods, Death & Reapers, the studio’s upcoming “ExtrAction RPG” set to arrive during Q1 2027.

With online co-op confirmed this time around, Wolcen 2 seems to be aiming higher than its predecessor, and hopefully with lessons learned as well. The studio is describing it as follows:

“Staying true to its predecessor, this hack-and-slash action RPG features no predefined classes. Choose the weapons that suit your preferred playstyle, then unlock, customize, and master their abilities. As you develop passive talents and collect gear that supports your choices, your character gradually grows into an archetype of your own making. Build a melee mage, spellblade, tank caster, gunslinger, or an archetype entirely your own. Your identity evolves through the choices you make.”

Wolcen 2 is releasing into Steam early access in 2027, but a release window hasn’t been set yet. The full release will attempt to conquer current-gen consoles too.