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Hela: Of Mice & Magic Hands-on Preview - Mighty miceHela: Of Mice & Magic is a cozy, cooperative open-world adventure game from Windup Games, set to release in late 2026 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, Nintendo Switch, and PC. Players control mice exploring a magical land, utilizing unique traversal abilities like swinging and gliding, and engaging in cooperative potion crafting. While the game excels in its charming aesthetic and traversal mechanics, some puzzle implementations requiring multiple players or clones can feel fiddly.- Hela: of Mice & Magic Featured Across Major Summer Showcases Hela: of Mice & Magic was featured in several major summer showcases, including The MIX Summer Game Onsite Showcase, The Green Games Showcase, and Wholesome Direct 2026. The game, developed by WINDUP GAMES and published by Knights Peak Interactive, is set to launch in 2026 on Nintendo Switch 2, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and PC. It highlights environmental themes and supports a charity initiative.
- Make new friends in Hela: of Mice & MagicKnights Peak and Windup Games have released a new deep dive into Hela: of Mice & Magic, showcasing its nature and animal companions. The game, which won "Most Entertaining" and "Most Wholesome" at gamescom 2025, is set to launch in 2026 on Nintendo Switch 2, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and PC. An accompanying ambient video offers a relaxing auditory experience inspired by Scandinavian woodlands.
Hela: of Mice & Magic Shows Off Forest Animals in New Deep DiveKnights Peak and Windup Games have released a new preview for Hela: of Mice & Magic, showcasing its forest animals and environments inspired by Northern Sweden. The game, scheduled for a 2026 release on Nintendo Switch 2, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC, features animals that offer gameplay benefits, such as potion ingredients or companions for faster travel. Players control a mouse assisting a witch in protecting the land, with solo and cooperative modes available.
Hela: of Mice & Magic – Cozy Adventure Gets Perfect New Name for 2026Knights Peak and Windup Games have renamed their cozy adventure game to Hela: of Mice & Magic, emphasizing the bond between a witch and her mouse familiars. The game, which won 'Most Entertaining' and 'Most Wholesome' at gamescom 2025, features a unique magic system and collaborative co-op gameplay. Hela: of Mice & Magic is set to launch in 2026 for Nintendo Switch 2, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and PC.- Immerse Yourself in the world of Hela: Of Mice & Magic Knights Peak and Windup Games have renamed their upcoming adventure game from "Hela" to "Hela: Of Mice & Magic" to better reflect its core themes of friendship, discovery, and nature. The game, which received two gamescom 2025 awards, will feature a vibrant world inspired by Northern Sweden, with a focus on music and environmental interaction. Hela: Of Mice & Magic is scheduled for a 2026 release on Nintendo Switch 2, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and PC.
- Titanium Court Launching April 23Titanium Court, a surreal strategy game from AP Thomson and Fellow Traveller, is launching on PC via Steam on April 23. The game features physics-powered mayhem and has won IGF Excellence in Design and Seamus McNally Grand Prize awards. Several other game updates and releases are also mentioned, including Nippon Marathon 2, 007 First Light, Hela: Of Mice & Magic, Ground Zero, Wolfgang Krauser's arrival in Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves, and the Asterfel playtest.
- Enchanting 3D Co-Op Title Rebranded as Hela: Of Mice & MagicThe 3D co-op title previously known as Hela has been officially rebranded as Hela: Of Mice & Magic by developers Windup Games and Knights Peak. This enchanting adventure, set in Scandinavian-inspired landscapes, emphasizes themes of friendship, discovery, and nature's magic. It is scheduled for release this year on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and PC.
- Hela: Of Mice & Magic Revealed With New Deep Dive TrailerHela: Of Mice & Magic, an upcoming adventure game from Windup Games and Knights Peak, has been revealed with a new trailer. The game centers on a witch and her familiars, with players controlling a mouse exploring a world inspired by Northern Sweden. It will feature solo and cooperative play, with a focus on nature and music, and is slated for a 2026 release on Nintendo Switch 2, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC.
- Hela: of Mice & Magic Announced with New Details on Setting and GameplayKnights Peak and Windup Games have officially announced Hela: of Mice & Magic, an adventure game set to release in 2026 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and PC. Players will control a mouse navigating a handcrafted environment inspired by Northern Sweden, with a focus on music and sound design that adapts to the player's surroundings. The game will feature both solo and cooperative play.
Liquid Swords CEO Christofer Sundberg announced as speaker at Nordic Game 2026Nordic Game 2026 has announced Christofer Sundberg, CEO of Liquid Swords, as a speaker. Sundberg will present on game development, leadership, and his new game Samson. The event will also feature a voice acting panel with David Bateson and Magnus Bruun.
Nordic Game 26 Speaker Update: Samson Creator Christofer Sundberg Leads New Wave of Speakers in MalmöNordic Game Spring 2026 has announced a new wave of speakers, including Christofer Sundberg, creator of Samson, who will discuss the games industry. The event will also feature panels on voice acting with David Bateson and Magnus Bruun, and talks from the creators of Planet of Lana and the vampire life-sim Real Vampires. Developers from Windup Games will also present on player-focused design.
Marathon sells 1.2 million copies across Steam, PS5, and Xbox | News-in-briefThe Nordic Game conference, taking place May 26-29, has announced its speaker lineup, featuring developers from Wishfully, Those Eyes, and Windup Games discussing game design and development. The event will also introduce an inaugural AI Track, with talks from companies like Infinity Fiction and Nunu AI focusing on the role of artificial intelligence in game development, storytelling, and QA. The conference expects over 3,000 attendees in 2026 and will showcase over 100 indie games.
Newly revealed Nordic Game speaker line-up to include Planet of Lana devsThe Nordic Game conference, taking place May 26-29, has announced its speaker lineup, featuring developers from Wishfully (Planet of Lana), Raw Fury, and Those Eyes. The event will also introduce an inaugural AI Track curated by ImmerSynth Inc., with talks focusing on AI's role in game development, publishing, and design. Over 3,000 attendees are expected, with over 100 indie games showcased.- Hela Deep Dive Reveals Magical Froggy Backpack Gameplay Ahead of 2026 PC and Console LaunchA new gameplay deep dive for Hela showcases the Froggy Backpack, a central mechanic for exploration, traversal, and cooperative play in the upcoming open-world adventure. Developed by Windup Games and published by Knights Peak, Hela is set to launch in 2026 for PC, Nintendo Switch 2, Xbox Series X|S, and PlayStation 5. The game previously won awards for "Most Entertaining" and "Most Wholesome" at Gamescom 2025.