- Warrior Cats Clans of the Forest is an officially licensed turn-based RPG releasing October 23, 2026 on six platforms.
- Create your own warrior cat, join one of four Clans, and play through four full storylines.
- Combat is turn-based: review actions, pick abilities, and plan around enemy responses.
- Explore the Lake Territories, hunt prey, build relationships, and follow branching prophecies.
- Best start: customize your cat, learn Clan life, practice hunting before risky battles.
What Is Warrior Cats: Clans of the Forest?
Warrior Cats: Clans of the Forest is the officially licensed turn-based RPG adaptation of the Warrior Cats universe, developed by Bamtang Games and published by Trailmark Games, with IP holder Coolabi overseeing the brand. It launches on October 23, 2026 across Steam, Epic Games Store, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and Nintendo Switch 2, and it has already passed 150K Steam wishlists ahead of release.
This is a video game through and through — not the Roblox experience and not a digital copy of the novels. You create an original cat, choose a Clan, and live out a forest life built around hunting, training, relationships, and Clan rivalry.
Video Highlights:
- The Announcement Trailer shows hunting, training, and Clan confrontations
- Character customization and Clan selection drive the opening experience
- Turn-based encounters are the core combat system
| Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Release date | October 23, 2026 |
| Developer | Bamtang Games |
| Publisher | Trailmark Games |
| IP holder | Coolabi |
| Platforms | Steam, Epic, PS5, Xbox Series X |
| Steam wishlist milestone | 150K+ |
Wishlisting on the official Steam page (App ID 3960600) is the easiest way to track pre-order news, launch timing, and day-one patches from Trailmark Games.
Choosing Your Clan
Your Clan choice shapes your story route, territory, culture, and combat identity. The game offers four Clan storylines, each with its own complete narrative arc, so your first pick defines your first playthrough.
| Clan | Territory Theme | Identity | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| ThunderClan | Deep forest | Courage, loyalty, balance | New players, classic Warrior Cats feel |
| RiverClan | River and shoreline | Swimming, fishing, lakeside life | Exploration and water lovers |
| WindClan | Open moorland | Speed, mobility, scouting | Players who like fast movement |
| ShadowClan | Dark woodland and swamp | Stealth, resilience, survival | Cautious, atmospheric playstyles |
ThunderClan Start
- Balanced early progression
- Familiar forest landmarks
- Strong traditional Clan story
ShadowClan Start
- Stealth-flavored encounters
- Challenging terrain
- Distinct survival atmosphere
Each Clan has a dedicated storyline with branching prophecy choices, so replaying as a different Clan gives a genuinely different narrative — not just a palette swap.
Turn-Based Combat Basics
Combat in Clans of the Forest runs on player and enemy turns. During your turn, review available actions, choose an attack or ability, and anticipate how the enemy will respond. Success comes from turn management, not reflexes.
| Combat Rule | How to Apply It |
|---|---|
| Check before acting | Review health and turn order every round |
| Prioritize threats | Focus the most dangerous enemy first |
| Don't dump abilities | Save strong moves for decisive turns |
| Retreat is valid | Withdraw from fights you can't win |
| Clan abilities matter | Match abilities to your Clan's specialty |
Read the Battlefield
Before committing to a turn, check health, positioning, and how many opponents remain in the encounter.
Pick the Right Ability
Choose the action that fits the situation — direct damage for immediate threats, defensive or utility moves for poor trades.
Plan Two Turns Ahead
Consider how the enemy may respond, and avoid leaving your cat exposed with no options next round.
Finish and Recover
After the encounter, manage resources and return to camp before pushing into unfamiliar territory while weakened.
Spending every ability in the opening turns leaves you exposed when an encounter escalates. Preserve at least one strong option for turning points.
Character Creation and Clan Life
The cat creator lets you define your warrior's appearance — fur color, patterns, eyes, ears, tail, whiskers — before entering the forest, as highlighted in the official Build Your Warrior Cat teaser. Beyond looks, your Clan membership anchors the gameplay loop: camp responsibilities, mentor relationships, hunting duties, and prophecy events.
| Creation Area | Options to Consider |
|---|---|
| Fur and patterns | Choose colors that stay readable in dark forest areas |
| Eyes and face | High-contrast eyes help you track your cat in crowds |
| Ears, tail, whiskers | Silhouette details for a recognizable original character |
| Clan background | Determines story route, territory, and combat identity |
Because the protagonist is your own original cat rather than a fixed character, a distinctive appearance pays off across cutscenes, relationship scenes, and battles.
Exploration, Hunting, and Progression Checklist
The Lake Territories connect exploration, hunting, and story events. Learn routes between camp, borders, and landmarks like the Moonpool, and use safer areas to practice before entering dangerous ground.
First Week in the Forest:
- Create your cat and pick a Clan
- Learn camp layout and key routes
- Practice hunting in safe territory
- Win your first turn-based encounters
- Complete your opening Clan objectives
Not every moving creature is a fight. Observe targets carefully, approach from a sensible position, and save combat for actual hostile encounters.
FAQ
Q: Is Warrior Cats: Clans of the Forest a Roblox game?
No. It is an officially licensed turn-based RPG developed by Bamtang Games and published by Trailmark Games, releasing October 23, 2026 on Steam, Epic Games Store, PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and Nintendo Switch 2.
Q: How does turn-based combat work?
Encounters alternate between player and enemy turns. You review available actions each turn, choose attacks or abilities, and plan around enemy responses. Careful turn management beats constant attacking.
Q: Can I play all four Clans?
Yes. The game includes four Clan storylines — ThunderClan, RiverClan, WindClan, and ShadowClan — each with its own complete story, so multiple playthroughs offer different narratives.
Q: Do I play as a book character?
No. You create your own original warrior cat using the character creator, defining appearance details like fur, patterns, eyes, and tail, then live out a Clan story as that character.