Launch Day Prep — Two Days to Go
Final launch preparation guide for Avatar Legends: The Fighting Game. Checklist, recommended study order, and resources for the July 23, 2026 release.
With the July 20 Maximilian Dood stream complete and the July 23, 2026 launch just two days away, this guide helps you prepare efficiently. Whether you participated in the July 2–5 closed beta or are joining fresh at launch, follow this checklist to hit the ground running on day one.
Launch Countdown
- July 5, 2026: Closed beta concluded — community called Avatar Legends a surprise FGC favorite
- July 17, 2026: Zaheer reveal trailer — Red Lotus active combat assists confirmed
- July 20, 2026: Maximilian Dood stream — Ozai, Avatar State Aang, and Nightmare Korra first previews
- July 23, 2026: Global launch on PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and Steam
Day-One Checklist
- Complete the How to Play guide and watch embedded tutorial videos
- Learn the four-button layout in the Button Layout guide
- Understand Flow, Chi, and Chakra before entering ranked
- Pick a main from the launch roster and plan supports with the Support Picker
- Configure Training Mode with hitbox display and combo trials
- Review game modes — start with Arcade or Casual Online before Ranked
Recommended Study Order
New players: How to Play → Flow → Chi → pick a character guide → Support selection. Beta veterans: review the July 20 stream recap for Ozai and Avatar State fighter previews, then update your tier list assumptions.
Edition Reminder
Standard Edition ($29.99) includes all twelve launch fighters and every game mode. Deluxe Edition ($49.99) adds the Year 1 Pass with Bolin, Ty Lee, Lin Beifong, Iroh, and a fan-voted fifth fighter. Use the Edition Comparison tool if still deciding.
Post-Launch Content Preview
After launch, five Year 1 Pass fighters join the roster. Preview expected playstyles on the Year 1 DLC hub and vote for the fifth character via the fan vote if you pre-ordered.
Video Guide
Pre-Order Trailer — PS5 Official (EVO 2026)