REANIMAL: The Prisoner DLC
Looking for the REANIMAL DLC Chapter 2 release date? The Prisoner is the first expansion out now; this page separates its confirmed release facts from the Season Pass plan for Expanded World Chapter 2.
Quick answer: The Prisoner is the first of three planned REANIMAL DLC expansions, released on August 7, 2026. It adds two new playable characters — The Soldier and The Prisoner — who survive the war-ravaged streets of a once-familiar place. It is a paid DLC, included in the Season Pass.
Official description
From the official site: “Tarsier Studios are back with a new chapter in the dread-filled co-op horror adventure game REANIMAL. This DLC features two brand new characters, The Soldier and the Prisoner, who must survive the war-ravaged streets of a once-familiar place, stumbling blindly down a rabbit hole that will change their lives forever.”
DLC facts
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Release date | August 7, 2026 |
| Characters | The Soldier and The Prisoner |
| Setting | War-ravaged streets of a once-familiar place |
| Position | First of three REANIMAL DLCs |
| Season Pass | Includes all three chapter DLCs |
| Chapters | 3 (reported by post-release guides) |
| Achievements | 10 DLC trophies — separate from the base game |
Season Pass
The Season Pass covers all three chapter DLCs for REANIMAL. The Prisoner is the first. Players who own the Digital Deluxe Edition get the Season Pass plus the exclusive Foxhead and Muttonhead masks DLC. Two more expansions are planned: Expanded World Chapter 2 (Fall 2026) and Expanded World Chapter 3 (Early 2027) — neither is out yet.
The Prisoner guides
Dedicated achievement, collectible and mask guides for the DLC are being prepared and will be linked here once their details are verified. The Prisoner's collectibles are separate from the base game's masks, posters, statues, critters and coffins.
FAQ
Common questions about this topic.
Does REANIMAL have a DLC?
Yes — The Prisoner (first of three expansions) released August 7, 2026, with a Season Pass covering all three.
Is The Prisoner DLC free or paid?
It is a paid DLC, included in the Season Pass and the Digital Deluxe Edition.
Who are the characters in The Prisoner DLC?
Two new playable characters: The Soldier and The Prisoner.
What does the REANIMAL Season Pass include?
All three chapter DLCs — The Prisoner (out now), Expanded World Chapter 2 (planned Fall 2026) and Expanded World Chapter 3 (planned Early 2027) — plus the Foxhead and Muttonhead masks DLC.
When is the REANIMAL DLC Chapter 2 release date?
The Season Pass lists Expanded World Chapter 2 for Fall 2026. A specific day has not been confirmed on this page, so it will be updated only when an official release date is published.
How long is The Prisoner DLC?
Post-release guides describe a three-chapter campaign; a verified length estimate will be published here.
How many chapters does The Prisoner DLC have?
Post-release guides report a campaign of three chapters. A chapter-by-chapter route is being verified.
Does The Prisoner add new collectibles?
Yes — posters, suitcases, stalking shadows, petrified spider kids and optional masks, separate from the base game's collectibles. Detailed guides are being prepared.