How to Play Samson: Release Times, Platforms, and Editions for GTA 6 Rival

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By Alexandria LopezStaff Writer

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  • Primary Subject: Samson: A Tyndalston Story
  • Key Update: The open-world action-adventure officially launches on PC, featuring "gun-fu" combat and a story-driven debt system.
  • Status: Confirmed
  • Last Verified: April 8, 2026
  • Quick Answer: Samson releases worldwide on April 8, 2026, for PC via Steam and Epic Games Store; console versions for PS5 and Xbox are being looked into.

You heard it here first: we're getting a GTA-inspired game before GTA 6.

Samson: A Tyndalston Story, dubbed by the creators at Liquid Swords as a "GTA counterpart," is officially launching worldwide. The open-world game is inspired by Grand Theft Auto, Sleeping Dogs, and Driver, which means it will certainly be filled with action, fast cars, and lots of illegal activity.

Want to cop the game once it comes out? Here's everything you need to know about Samson's release.

When Does Samson Release?

Samson will officially launch on April 8, 2026.

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Credit: Liquid Swords

Here are the release times for Samson, based on your time zone:

  • 6:00 AM PT
  • 9:00 AM ET
  • 3:00 PM CEST
  • 10:00 PM JST

What Platforms Is Samson Available On?

Currently, Samson is only available on PC via Steam or Epic Games.

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Credit: Liquid Swords

Developers over at Liquid Swords have shared that the game is running on console, but no release date has been announced. Once it launches on April 8, it will only be available on PC.

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There is no word on whether they plan to release Samson on Mac.

Are There Different Editions for Samson?

For $25, you can get the Samson base game. However, for $30, you can get Samson - Supporter Edition Pack on Steam.

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Credit: Liquid Swords

Here's everything included in the Supporter Edition of Samson:

  • Character bios
  • Concept art (Early sketches and visual direction)
  • Tyndalston Map
  • 3D Printable Character (.STL, .3MF, and .OBJ files for printing and painting)
  • 8 unique 4K wallpaper backgrounds
  • Samson official soundtrack

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