WARDOGS Launch-Day Server Checklist
WARDOGS is scheduled for Steam Early Access on September 10, 2026. The launch checklist should cover the community and the machine, because a server with no staff or no recovery path is not ready even if it is online.
Before launch
- Confirm the final dedicated-server package, branch and operator requirements.
- Choose a region and test latency with the target community.
- Publish rules, staff contacts and maintenance expectations.
- Set a conservative initial player cap until a full-round test passes.
- Verify backups, restart behavior and log access.
After the first match
| Check | Pass condition |
|---|---|
| Discovery | Players can find the server with normal filters. |
| Join burst | Players enter without queue or timeout surprises. |
| Full round | Simulation and network remain stable. |
| Recovery | A controlled restart returns the server to the same state. |
The release date is confirmed; final server binaries and network details remain release-dependent. Re-run this checklist when the operator documentation lands.
See what is confirmed, the launch-day status and queue guide for what your players will be seeing.