Arknights: Endfield Dreamscape of Wind and Snow Pre-Download Guide

The Dreamscape of Wind and Snow update for Arknights: Endfield is almost here, and the pre-download is now available for PC and PlayStation 5. This means you can grab the bulk of the patch data ahead of time, so you can jump straight into the new content once maintenance wraps up. If you're planning to play on day one, this is your chance to avoid a long wait.

Maintenance for the version update is scheduled to begin on September 2, 2026 at 06:00 (UTC+8) for the Asia server, and September 1, 2026 at 17:00 (UTC-5) for the Americas and Europe servers. The update is mandatory, so you won't be able to log in during the maintenance window. Plan your gaming schedule accordingly, and make sure you have a stable Wi-Fi connection for the download.

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At a Glance

• Pre-download available now for PC and PS5; mobile pre-download is in development.
• Maintenance: Asia: Sep 2, 2026 06:00–12:00 (UTC+8); Americas/Europe: Sep 1, 2026 17:00–23:00 (UTC-5).
• Compensation: Oroberyl ×900 for all players who create a character before the update.
• Download sizes: PC ~6GB, PS5 ~57GB, mobile ~3GB (Android/iOS).

Pre-Download Guide

PC

Open GRYPHLINK and look for the Pre-Download icon to the left of the Play button. Click it to start downloading. The pre-download size is approximately 6GB. You can continue playing the game while the download runs.

PlayStation 5

From the home screen, select Arknights: Endfield, press the OPTIONS button on your controller, and choose Check for Update to begin downloading. The pre-download size is approximately 57GB. As with PC, you can keep playing during the download.

Mobile pre-download is currently in development and will be introduced in a future update, so mobile players will need to wait until maintenance begins to update.

Maintenance Schedule and Update Details

Maintenance will begin at the times listed below. Once it starts, you won't be able to log in until it's complete. After maintenance, you'll need to re-download the game client, but if you've already pre-downloaded, the remaining data will be reduced.

Server	Maintenance Start	Maintenance End
Asia	Sep 2, 2026 06:00 (UTC+8)	Sep 2, 2026 12:00 (UTC+8)
Americas / Europe	Sep 1, 2026 17:00 (UTC-5)	Sep 1, 2026 23:00 (UTC-5)

How to Update

• PC: Close the game, restart GRYPHLINK, and click Update.
• Android: Enter the game and follow the pop-up prompts.
• iOS: Go to the App Store and tap Update.
• PlayStation 5: From the home screen, select the game, press OPTIONS, and choose Check for Update.

Storage Requirements

Platform	Download Size	Additional Free Space (for extraction)
PC	6GB	10GB
Android	3GB	3GB
iOS	3GB	3GB
PS5	57GB	62GB

Extra storage used during extraction will be freed once the extraction is complete. For the best experience, install on an SSD if possible.

Update & Maintenance Compensation

All players who create a character before the update will receive Oroberyl ×900 as compensation. The reward will be sent via in-game mail after maintenance ends and will expire at the start of the next version update, so claim it in time.

Pre-Patch To-Dos

• Finish any unfinished quests or events before maintenance begins, as you won't be able to log in during the downtime.
• Clear your schedule for the maintenance window if you plan to play right after.
• Ensure you have enough storage space on your device, especially for PS5 (57GB download + 62GB extraction).
• Pre-download now to save time later.

Day-1 Priorities

• Claim your compensation from the in-game mail.
• Check the new content in the Dreamscape of Wind and Snow update.
• Review any new characters or banners that may have arrived with the patch.

Final Thoughts

The Dreamscape of Wind and Snow update is shaping up to be a significant one for Arknights: Endfield. With pre-download available, you can get a head start on the download and be ready to explore the new content as soon as maintenance ends. Don't forget to claim your Oroberyl compensation and plan your playtime around the maintenance schedule.

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