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Escape From Tarkov 1.0 Release Time, Editions, and PC Specs Revealed

Escape From Tarkov is finally set to launch its long‑awaited 1.0 update on Saturday, November 15, 2025. After eight years in closed beta, Battlestate Games is ready to deliver the full release, complete with a story campaign, multiple endings, and continued support for future DLC.


Escape From Tarkov 1.0: Full Release Schedule, Editions, and System Specs.
Escape From Tarkov Steam Launch Times, Edition Benefits, and PC Specs | Image Credit: Battlestate Games via Gaming Amigos

Global Release Times

According to SteamDB data and the official Twitch release broadcast schedule, Tarkov 1.0 will go live at 08:00 UTC on Steam. Here’s how that translates across major cities worldwide:

  • New York (Eastern Time, USA) → 03:00 AM

  • Los Angeles (Pacific Time, USA) → 12:00 AM (midnight)

  • Chicago (Central Time, USA) → 02:00 AM

  • Mexico City (CST) → 02:00 AM

  • São Paulo (Brazil, BRT) → 05:00 AM

  • London (UK, GMT) → 08:00 AM

  • Paris (France, CET) → 09:00 AM

  • Berlin (Germany, CET) → 09:00 AM

  • Moscow (Russia, MSK) → 11:00 AM

  • Dubai (UAE, GST) → 12:00 PM

  • Mumbai / New Delhi (India, IST) → 01:30 PM

  • Singapore (SGT) → 04:00 PM

  • Hong Kong (HKT) → 04:00 PM

  • Seoul (Korea, KST) → 05:00 PM

  • Tokyo (Japan, JST) → 05:00 PM

  • Sydney (Australia, AEDT) → 07:00 PM


Right now, the developers have already begun installing update 1.0 for Escape From Tarkov and version 0.4.0.5 for Tarkov Arena. This process is expected to take around 24 hours, with a full wipe in EFT PvP and a partial wipe in Arena. During the first five hours of installation, official websites and the Battlestate Games Account Center will be offline.


Editions & Prices

Escape From Tarkov 1.0 will be available in three editions, each offering different perks. A 25% discount is active on Steam until launch day.

  • Standard Edition – $49.99 (Sale: $37.49)

    • Base access to all modes (PvP, PvE, story)

    • Stash: 10x30 slots

    • Secure container: Gamma (2x2)

    • Basic starting kit (P226 pistol, ammo, meds)

  • Left Behind Edition – $81.99 (Sale: $61.49)

    • Everything in Standard

    • Stash: 10x40 slots

    • Secure container: Epsilon (2x2)

    • Expanded starting gear (AK‑74N, armor, extra mags)

    • Includes “Left Behind” expansion pack

  • Prepare for Escape Edition – $109.99 (Sale: $82.49)

    • Everything in Left Behind

    • Stash: 10x50 slots

    • Secure container: Eta (2x3)

    • More starting items (shotgun, grenades, rigs)

    • Includes both expansion packs + free future DLC


Battlestate shared that over one million players have added Tarkov to their Steam wishlist.


PC Requirements

For those wondering if their rig can handle it, check out the minimum and recommended requirements:


Minimum Requirements

  • OS: Windows 10 (64‑bit)

  • CPU: AMD Ryzen 5 3600 or similar

  • RAM: 16 GB

  • GPU: GTX 1660 or similar

  • DirectX: Version 11

  • Storage: 80 GB


Recommended Requirements

  • OS: Windows 11 (64‑bit)

  • CPU: Intel Core i7‑14700F or better

  • RAM: 64 GB

  • GPU: RTX 4070 or better

  • DirectX: Version 11

  • Storage: 80 GB


Total file size for Steam is 56.88 GB, and total download size is 33.07 GB, as per SteamDB.

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