History of Titan Quest in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: August 7, 2025

Titan Quest, released in 2006, is an action RPG developed by Iron Lore Entertainment and published by THQ (later THQ Nordic). Available on Windows, mobile, PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo Switch, the game tasks players with defeating the escaped Titans across Ancient Greece, Egypt, and China. The gameplay is similar to Diablo, featuring a mouse-driven interface, role-playing mechanics, and real-time combat. Four expansions, including Immortal Throne, have been released, with the latest released in 2021, adding further content and features to the game.

2000: Concept Work Begins

In 2000, the concept work for Titan Quest began when Iron Lore Entertainment was formed by Brian Sullivan and Paul Chieffo.

2002: Engine Design

In 2002, the combination of height and grid-based navigation and environments for Titan Quest was designed, something which had not been done before.

January 2004: Iron Lore's Pitch to THQ

In January 2004, Iron Lore successfully pitched Titan Quest to THQ, leading to the start of development after securing a contract later that year.

2004: Production Begins

In 2004, production of Titan Quest began after a successful pitch to THQ.

May 2005: First Announcement and Public Exhibition

In May 2005, Titan Quest was first announced and publicly exhibited at that year's Electronic Entertainment Expo.

2005: First Announcement

In 2005, Titan Quest was first announced, generating anticipation for its release.

June 26, 2006: North America Release

On June 26, 2006, Titan Quest was released for Windows in North America.

June 30, 2006: Europe Release

On June 30, 2006, Titan Quest was released for Windows in Europe.

September 1, 2006: Japan Release

On September 1, 2006, Titan Quest was released in Japan, featuring an English version of the game with a translated manual.

2006: Initial Release for Windows

In 2006, Titan Quest, an action role-playing game developed by Iron Lore Entertainment and published by THQ, was initially released for Windows.

2006: Immortal Throne Announced

In late 2006, the expansion, Titan Quest: Immortal Throne, was first announced.

March 2007: Immortal Throne Release

In March 2007, Titan Quest: Immortal Throne was released.

July 17, 2007: Steam Release

On July 17, 2007, Titan Quest, along with its expansion, was released on Steam by THQ.

October 22, 2007: Gold Edition Release

On October 22, 2007, an updated version of Titan Quest, subtitled Gold Edition, was released in the West, containing both the main game and its first expansion.

2007: Steam Release and Immortal Throne Expansion

In 2007, Titan Quest was released on Steam, and the first expansion, Titan Quest: Immortal Throne, was launched.

February 2008: Iron Lore Closure

In February 2008, Iron Lore Entertainment, the developer of Titan Quest, was forced to close due to difficulties in securing funding for future projects.

April 25, 2008: Gold Edition Release in Japan

On April 25, 2008, the Gold Edition of Titan Quest was released in Japan.

2008: Sales Milestone

By late 2008, combined sales for Titan Quest and Immortal Throne reached over one million units.

2013: IP Acquisition by Nordic Games

In 2013, the Titan Quest intellectual property was purchased by Nordic Games (later THQ Nordic) after THQ began selling off its shares due to bankruptcy.

May 19, 2016: iOS Mobile Release

On May 19, 2016, Titan Quest was released for iOS mobile devices.

August 31, 2016: Anniversary Edition Release

On August 31, 2016, an overhauled version of Titan Quest, subtitled Anniversary Edition, was released, compiling all updates and expansions up to that point and offered as a free upgrade for owners of the Steam version.

2016: Mobile Port Release

In 2016, a mobile port of Titan Quest was developed by DotEmu and published.

November 17, 2017: Ragnarök Expansion Release

On November 17, 2017, the Titan Quest: Ragnarök expansion was released exclusively for the Anniversary Edition.

2017: Expansion release

In 2017, one of three expansions between 2017 and 2021 was released.

2018: Console Ports Release

In 2018, Titan Quest was ported onto PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and Nintendo Switch.

May 2019: Atlantis Expansion Release

In May 2019, the third expansion, Titan Quest: Atlantis, was released, including new challenge modes and an in-game casino.

March 2020: Console Versions of Ragnarök and Atlantis Expansions

In March 2020, PS4 and Xbox One versions of both the Ragnarök and Atlantis expansions were released.

January 12, 2021: Legendary Edition Release

On January 12, 2021, an updated version of Titan Quest subtitled Legendary Edition was released, including all DLC and expansion packs up to that point.