Paladins Timeline ( Real )

announcement
May 2016

Announcement of Paladins

Hi-Rez Studios officially announced Paladins as a free-to-play hero shooter game.

release
May 19, 2016

Paladins Early Access Release

Paladins was released in early access on Steam, allowing players to experience the game before full launch.

release
May 8, 2018

Full Release of Paladins on PC

Paladins officially launched out of early access on PC platform.

release
May 2017

Paladins Released on PlayStation 4 and Xbox One

Paladins expanded its availability to consoles, releasing on PlayStation 4 and Xbox One.

release
September 2017

Paladins Released on Nintendo Switch

Paladins was launched on Nintendo Switch, reaching a wider console audience.

esports
2017

Competitive Esports Scene Begins for Paladins

Hi-Rez Studios started promoting Paladins competitive play through leagues and tournaments.

update
December 2019

Introduction of Paladins Prime Version

Hi-Rez Studios introduced the Paladins Prime subscription service offering skins and in-game content.

Paladins Timeline ( Fictional )

organization
Era of Sundering, Year 20

Formation of the Order of Luminary

A group of champions dedicated to restoring balance and peace to the shattered world was formed to combat rising chaos.

event
Age of Conflict, Year 5

Blight Emerges

Dark magical forces known as the Blight began spreading corruption across the islands, threatening all life.

organization
Age of Conflict, Year 10

Rise of the Paladins

A new order of fighters known as Paladins, wielding powerful magical and technological artifacts, appeared to protect the world from the Blight and other threats.

battle
Age of Conflict, Year 15

The Siege of the Floating City

A pivotal battle where the Paladins defended the main human city in the sky from a massive Blight invasion.

diplomacy
Age of Unity, Year 2

Alliance with the Dragons

Paladins forged a tenuous alliance with ancient dragons to gain strength and knowledge against common enemies.

discovery
Age of Unity, Year 8

Discovery of the Ancient Artifacts

Champions recovered powerful ancient artifacts that drastically enhanced their abilities in battle.