Earth Defense Force 6 Gets Release Date, Hololive DLC

A new trailer appeared for the upcoming Western release of Earth Defense Force 6, confirming a July release date and showcasing new DLC featuring Hololive Vtubers. Takanashi Kiara, Gawr Gura, and IRyS will be available as in-game equipment as part of the Early Purchase incentive. The game, which is already available in Japan and other Asian territories, will now launch on July 25, 2024, after the Spring launch window was delayed.

The Hololive Vtuber DLC will be available to those who purchase the game before December 24, 2024, while those who pre-order will also get 24-hour early access and a Wing Diver jetpack. The Japanese release previously had its own Hololive collaboration, featuring Japanese branch streamers Shirakami Fubuki, Nakiri Ayame, and long time series fan Ookami Mio.

You can get a look at the Hololive Vtuber DLC via the full EDF 6 Release Date trailer below:

After releasing in Japan back in 2022, EDF 6 ended up with a Western release window of Spring, 2024. This was later pushed back to Summer, 2024, while the English language PS4 and PS5 version launched as planned in Asian countries in March, 2024.

Earth Defense Force 6 release date for the PS4, PS5, and PC versions is July 25, 2024, with the Hololive Vtuber DLC available as part of the Early Purchase Bonus until December 24, 2024.