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PlayStation 5 Remake of Cult Classic Action Game Gets Release Date Window

A controversial game banned in 2003 is returning to PlayStation in 2027.

By · Published August 25, 2026 at 11:27 UTC · Updated August 25, 2026 at 13:24 UTC

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Source diversity sample: eGamers.io · Gematsu · Bloody Disgusting · IGN · PlayStation LifeStyle.

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Questions people are asking

What platforms will Postal 2 Redux be available on?

Postal 2 Redux will initially launch on PlayStation 5, PlayStation VR2, PlayStation 4, PC, and Quest. Additional platforms are expected to be announced later.

Why was the original Postal 2 banned?

The original Postal 2 was banned in several countries due to its controversial content and violent themes.

What is the release date for Postal 2 Redux?

Postal 2 Redux is set to launch in spring 2027.

What happened

The cult classic action game Postal 2 is set to return in a remake called Postal 2 Redux. The game will launch in spring 2027 on PlayStation 5, PlayStation VR2, PlayStation 4, PC, and Quest. Coverage from IGN notes that the game's return follows a successful Kickstarter campaign.

The game's original release in 2003 was controversial and led to it being banned in several countries. The remake will blend elements from the original game with modern aesthetics, drawing comparisons to The Boys and John Wick. The game's return has sparked conversations about censorship and the evolution of video game content.

The game's release date is not yet finalized, and additional platforms are expected to be announced later. The game's controversial history and successful Kickstarter campaign have generated significant interest and debate.

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