Time Takers Sets November Playtest: Get Ready to Bend Time

Ever wish you could rewind time and get a second chance at a tough boss? That's the vibe NCSoft is chasing with Time Takers, and you'll soon get to try it for yourself.

The upcoming survival shooter just announced its second Steam playtest, and it's happening next month. Mark your calendars: the test runs for 72 hours on November 12th and 13th. If you want in, all you have to do is request access on Steam — no hoops, no codes, just click and hope you get picked.

Time Takers was first revealed back in 2024, and it's billed as a "time survival" game. That's a twist on the usual survival shooter formula, and it's exactly the kind of hook that makes you wonder how time-bending mechanics will actually play out in a firefight.

This isn't the first time the game has been tested. The upcoming session is the second Steam playtest, which means the devs are already iterating based on feedback. If you missed the first one, this is your shot to see what's changed.

So what's the takeaway? If you're into survival shooters and want to get in on the ground floor, you've got a window coming up. Requesting access is free and easy, and the playtest only lasts three days — so clear your schedule if you're curious.

We still don't know a ton about the full release or how deep the time mechanics go, but a 72-hour test is a great way to get a feel for the core loop. Keep an eye on the Steam page and get your request in early.

Will you be requesting access for the November playtest? Let us know in the comments!