Update []: Unfortunately the release date is no longer June 18th! Hell Let Loose: Vietnam is now pushed back August 13, 2026 – and here’s a little explanation from the team:
“In addition to your feedback, we’ve also been conducting rigorous internal gameplay tests on both PC and Console versions. Hell Let loose: Vietnam and we’ve identified a few areas where more development time will allow us to deliver a stronger launch experience.
Therefore, after careful consideration, we have decided to postpone the launch on August 13. This will ensure that Hell Let loose: Vietnam deliver at the level of quality we expect and deserve.”
Original story: We need more Vietnam-themed FPS games on Xbox, don’t we? Honestly, there are tons of WW2, modern and futuristic shooters on the platform, but Vietnam as a period is often overlooked in comparison. Thank you, Hell Let loose: Vietnam will soon change that – and the team has just announced the Xbox release date!
Yes, the Hell Let Loose series is moving forward during the Vietnam War on June 18, 2026, and the upcoming sequel is bringing a host of period-appropriate locations, weapons and gadgets to Xbox players next month. Here’s what Team17 has to say about the upcoming release:
“Hell Let loose: Vietnam features intense jungle warfare set amidst the brutal battlefields of history in real-world locations recreated with unparalleled authenticity.
At launch, players can expect:
– 6 different large-scale maps with amazing and unique weather locations
– Focused 50 vs 50 battles where strategy, teamwork and teamwork take precedence over individual heroes
– Historically devastating weapons, vehicles and tactical options including; new US airborne units and tactical NVA forces
– A powerful gameplay experience where both sides can hunt down the enemy through Vietnam’s river network with heavily armed patrol boats.”
In addition to this very close launch date, the team also revealed that a free beta is coming later this month – although unfortunately that’s for people. Steam PC they are not playing yet. Anyway, we’ll share the open beta registration link if you’d like to give Hell Let Loose: Vietnam a whirl on PC before its full launch next month.
If you’re stuck on Xbox consoles for your new Vietnam shooter, we’ve just got the above release date trailer to tide you over for now – and these gorgeous 4K screenshots, of course, to boot: