- Warrior Cats Clans of the Forest is the officially licensed turn-based RPG from Bamtang Games and Trailmark Games.
- The game launches October 23, 2026 on Steam, Epic Games Store, PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and both Switch consoles.
- Create your own cat, join one of four Clans, each with its own complete story line.
- Core gameplay mixes forest exploration, hunting, quests, and turn-based combat.
- Steam wishlists passed 150K before launch, making this one of the biggest cat RPG releases of 2026.
What Is Warrior Cats: Clans of the Forest?
Warrior Cats: Clans of the Forest is the officially licensed video game adaptation of the Warrior Cats universe, developed by Bamtang Games, published by Trailmark Games, and licensed by Coolabi. It is a story-driven, turn-based RPG set in the Lake Territories, and it releases on October 23, 2026.
This wiki covers the official licensed RPG only. It is not a Roblox experience and not the original book series. If you are searching for the official game, the Steam listing is the confirmed PC storefront.
Video Highlights:
- Official announcement of the licensed Warrior Cats RPG
- First look at hunting, training, and Clan rivalries
- Turn-based combat and character growth reveal
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Developer | Bamtang Games |
| Publisher | Trailmark Games |
| IP Owner | Coolabi |
| Release Date | October 23, 2026 |
| Genres | Turn-based RPG, Adventure |
| Clan Stories | 4 full story lines |
| Steam App ID | 3960600 |
Platforms and How to Play Online
The game ships simultaneously across six platforms, so you can play Warrior Cats: Clans of the Forest online whether you prefer PC or console. Pick your platform, pre-order or purchase on launch day, and jump straight into your chosen Clan's story.
| Platform | Store | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| PC (Steam) | Steam | Confirmed listing, wishlists 150K+ |
| PC (Epic) | Epic Games Store | Listed per official publisher page |
| PlayStation 5 | PS Store | Console version confirmed |
| Xbox Series X/S | Xbox Store | Console version confirmed |
| Nintendo Switch | Nintendo eShop | Handheld play supported |
| Nintendo Switch 2 | Nintendo eShop | Next-gen Nintendo version confirmed |
Before launch day, update your GPU drivers and verify your OS is current. If you plan portable play, test the default control layout and lower the graphics preset first for stable frame rates.
Use the official Trailmark Games page for pre-order details and official cover art downloads. Avoid third-party key resellers with unclear sourcing.
Beginner Path: From Kittypet to Warrior
New to the forest? Follow this proven opening route to build experience safely before taking on harder encounters.
Create Your Cat
Customize fur color, patterns, eyes, ears, tail, and whiskers in the cat creator. Choose a look you will recognize easily during exploration, and learn the movement and interaction controls before leaving the starting area.
Join a Clan and Learn Your Role
Choose from four Clans, each with its own complete story line. Read dialogue and objective info carefully — your Clan frames early quests, relationships, and territory.
Explore the Lake Territories
Travel between camp, hunting grounds, and landmarks like the Moonpool. Memorize routes back to camp so objectives never turn into long backtracking sessions.
Hunt and Manage Resources
Observe prey, approach from cover, and deliver gathered food to support your Clan. Practice in safe areas before trying risky encounters.
Master Turn-Based Combat
Review available actions each turn, watch health and positioning, and prioritize the most dangerous enemy. Retreat from fights you cannot win — the forest will still be there tomorrow.
Improve combat and exploration capabilities gradually. Do not spend every resource the moment you earn it; decisive moments in battles and prophecy quests reward patience.
The Four Clans Compared
Your Clan choice shapes your story line, territory, and combat flavor. Here is how the four forest Clans compare for first-time players.
ThunderClan
- Balanced, beginner-friendly
- Forest territory and courage themes
- Classic Warrior Cats fantasy
RiverClan
- Water-focused territory
- Fishing and river activities
- Lakeside exploration identity
WindClan
- Speed and mobility
- Open moorland territory
- Scouting and travel strengths
ShadowClan
- Stealth and resilience
- Dark woodland and swamp atmosphere
- Cautious survival playstyle
| Clan | Territory | Playstyle | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| ThunderClan | Deep forest | Balanced combat | New players |
| RiverClan | Rivers and lake shore | Exploration, fishing | Water lovers |
| WindClan | Open moorland | Speed, scouting | Mobile players |
| ShadowClan | Marsh and dark woods | Stealth, survival | Atmospheric play |
Each Clan offers a distinct complete story line, so a second playthrough in a different Clan is effectively a new campaign with different prophecy choices and relationships.
Prophecies, Quests, and Combat Strategy
Quests in Clans of the Forest blend clan responsibilities, relationship events, and prophecy-driven branching story moments. Your choices during prophecy quests change how your cat's story unfolds.
| Combat Principle | What to Do |
|---|---|
| Turn order | Review all actions before committing to a turn |
| Threat priority | Remove the most dangerous enemy first |
| Resource pacing | Save strong abilities for decisive moments |
| Defensive play | Use guard or utility actions when trades are poor |
| Retreat logic | Withdraw from unwinnable fights and regroup |
Official trailers confirm StarClan ancestor attacks as part of the combat toolkit. Time these high-impact abilities for battles where a single turn can flip the outcome.
Launch Day Checklist:
- Choose your platform and complete the purchase
- Update GPU drivers and verify game files after install
- Design your cat in the creator
- Pick your Clan and commit to its story line
- Complete the first hunting and training objectives
FAQ
Q: Is Warrior Cats: Clans of the Forest a Roblox game?
No. It is the officially licensed RPG developed by Bamtang Games and published by Trailmark Games, releasing October 23, 2026 on Steam, Epic Games Store, PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch consoles.
Q: When does Warrior Cats: Clans of the Forest release?
The confirmed release date is October 23, 2026 across all six announced platforms. Steam wishlists passed 150K before launch.
Q: How many Clans and story lines are in the game?
The game features four Clans — ThunderClan, RiverClan, WindClan, and ShadowClan — each with its own complete story line, giving you four distinct campaigns.
Q: What kind of combat does the game use?
Combat is turn-based. You review available actions each turn, manage health and positioning, use Clan abilities and StarClan ancestor attacks, and decide when to press, defend, or retreat.