When Is the Next Tarkov Wipe?
The next Tarkov seasonal wipe is expected to begin on December 7, 2026.
Escape from Tarkov Current Wipe End Date and Next Wipe Start Date
The current Escape from Tarkov wipe (seasonal character cycle) is Kord Breach. It is expected to end on December 7, 2026. The next wipe (seasonal character cycle), End of the Line, is expected to begin on December 7, 2026. 101 days remain.
- Current status:
- In progress
- End date:
- Estimated
- Next start:
- Estimated
Current Wipev1.1.0.0In progress
Kord Breach
First seasonal character wipe under the new seasonal system, now announced as Kord Breach. It introduces seasonal characters with season-specific modifiers and perks, plus Black Division-themed content and outfits.
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20% complete
Season ends in
Upcoming Wipev1.4Upcoming
End of the Line
Second seasonal character wipe, planned for Patch 1.4 under the name End of the Line. Battlestate has confirmed two seasons per year; the previously planned Scav Life DLC has been delayed to 2027 and is no longer expected to launch with this season.
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Start time unknown
Tarkov Seasonal Character Start Date
Kord Breach's seasonal character period begins on August 3, 2026.
Kord Breach Release Date
Kord Breach begins on August 3, 2026.
How Tarkov Wipes Work
SeasonDex tracks seasonal-character wipe dates separately from Escape from Tarkov's historical full-progression wipes, so permanent and seasonal progression are not presented as the same thing.
Player Count
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Season History
End of the Linev1.4
(estimated) - (estimated)Second seasonal character wipe, planned for Patch 1.4 under the name End of the Line. Battlestate has confirmed two seasons per year; the previously planned Scav Life DLC has been delayed to 2027 and is no longer expected to launch with this season.
Kord Breachv1.1.0.0
- (estimated)First seasonal character wipe under the new seasonal system, now announced as Kord Breach. It introduces seasonal characters with season-specific modifiers and perks, plus Black Division-themed content and outfits.
1.0 Launchv1.0
- Full release with story campaign, multiple endings, Steam launch, and the end of traditional wipes - replaced by a permanent character plus a planned seasonal system arriving with Season 1 in July 2026.
Patch 0.16.8v0.16.8
- Final pre-release wipe before the 1.0 launch, serving as the last traditional wipe cycle.
Patch 0.16v0.16
- Winter wipe with fresh progression reset, gear economy changes, and continued pre-1.0 development.
Patch 0.15v0.15
- Major wipe introducing updated maps, new weapons, and economy rebalancing.
Frequently Asked Questions
When does Escape from Tarkov Kord Breach end?
Kord Breach is expected to end on December 7, 2026 at 12:00 AM UTC. Status: Estimated.
When did Kord Breach start?
Kord Breach began on August 3, 2026. Its recorded start-date status is Confirmed.
When is the next Tarkov wipe?
End of the Line is expected to start on December 7, 2026 (UTC time not announced). Status: Estimated.
What is Escape from Tarkov's current wipe?
The current wipe is Kord Breach (v1.1.0.0). First seasonal character wipe under the new seasonal system, now announced as Kord Breach. It introduces seasonal characters with season-specific modifiers and perks, plus Black Division-themed content and outfits.
How long does a Escape from Tarkov wipe typically last?
Based on tracked completed wipes, a typical wipe lasts about 170 days (roughly 5.7 months).
Where can I find Escape from Tarkov patch notes?
Check the SeasonDex news page for Steam news, or the links page for official patch notes and other resources.
What type of game is Escape from Tarkov?
Escape from Tarkov is an extraction shooter.