Hela: of Mice & Magic
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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.
- Morning MultiplexSeveral game trailers were released, including a cinematic story trailer for Halo: Campaign Evolved, a world-inspired trailer for Hela: Of Mice & Magic, a reveal trailer for MAXIMUM THUNDERNESS, and an official gameplay trailer for Mexican Ninja during IGN Live 2026.
Round Up: Every Switch 1 & 2 Announcement From Summer Game Fest's Weekend ShowcasesSummer Game Fest 2026 featured numerous announcements for the Nintendo Switch, including a variety of indie titles and some ports of existing games. Showcases like Geoff Keighley's Opening Show, Day of the Devs, Southeast Asian Games Showcase, Wholesome Direct, and others revealed new games and DLC across multiple genres.- Hela: Of Mice and Magic explores a vast world of nature with friends (or stand-ins)Hela: Of Mice and Magic is an upcoming indie adventure game from developer Windup that focuses on themes of magic, nature, and friendly mice. The game is designed to be explored with friends or with AI companions.
All the SGF 2026 Wholesome Direct Cozy Games We Saw TodayThe Wholesome Direct, part of Summer Game Fest 2026, showcased numerous cozy games with new announcements and release dates. The puzzle game Momento received a shadowdrop release on PC today, with console versions to follow. Many featured titles will be available on PC via a dedicated Steam page, and several demos are now live.- 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.
- Saturday MultiplexThis article highlights several upcoming game trailers and developer updates. It features the official trailer for 'Hela: of Mice & Magic - In Tune with Nature' and the gameplay trailer for 'Mexican Ninja'. Additionally, a developer update livestream for 'The Elder Scrolls Online' scheduled for April 2026 is mentioned.
- 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.
- Hela title changed to Hela: of Mice & Magic; ‘In Tune with Nature’ deep dive trailerThe open-world adventure game Hela, inspired by Scandinavian folklore, has been retitled Hela: of Mice & Magic. A deep dive trailer for the game, titled 'In Tune with Nature,' was also released.