Hela: of Mice & Magic
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Enchanting 3D Co-Op Adventure Hela: of Mice & Magic Reveals Its Release Date
Hela: of Mice & Magic, an open-world co-op adventure from Knights Peak and Windup Games, will launch on December 1st, 2026. The game is coming to PC, Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series X, and PlayStation 5, with a special 'Harmony Edition' physical release for consoles. A new CGI trailer showcases the game's folklore-inspired world and the player's role as a mouse familiar to a witch.
PlayStation 5 Open-World Adventure Game With an Unlikely Hero Gets Trailer, Release Date
Hela: of Mice & Magic, an open-world adventure game from Knights Peak and Windup Games, has revealed its release date of December 1, 2026, alongside a new trailer. Players will control a mouse assisting a witch in protecting a magical land across various environments. The game will be available on PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S, and PC, with a special Harmony Edition including a soundtrack and art book.
September 2026 Nintendo Direct recap announcement
Nintendo has released a recap of its September 2026 Nintendo Direct, detailing numerous upcoming game announcements for the Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch. Highlights include new titles like Metroid Ravenous and Kirby and the World Beyond, along with enhanced editions of existing games and remakes across various genres.
Gamescom 2026, dag 1. Lugnet före stormen.
This article provides a preview of the first day at Gamescom 2026, detailing the author's experiences in Cologne before the event officially begins. It includes personal anecdotes about daily routines, chance encounters with industry figures like Shams Jorjani of Arrowhead Game Studios, and a hands-on preview of the game Hela (Mice and Magic) from Windup Games.
Hela: of Mice & Magic to receive Nintendo Switch 2 retail release
Knights Peak and Windup Games announced that Hela: of Mice & Magic will receive a physical retail release for the Nintendo Switch 2 in the fourth quarter of 2026. The "Harmony Edition" collector's edition will include a game-key card, soundtrack, artbook, poster, and stickers for €/$39.99. The game is a 3D co-op adventure where players control a mouse to gather ingredients and brew potions to save a kind witch.
Release Dates/Windows
Several games have announced their release dates or trailers. Cozy Marbles and Grim Trials will have their release date announcements on August 20th. DREADMOOR will release its official demo trailer on October 6th, and Hela: of Mice &... also has a release date announcement.
Hela: of Mice & Magic Launches Q4 2026
Hela: of Mice & Magic, a co-op adventure game from Windup Games and Knights Peak Interactive, is set to launch in Q4 2026 for Nintendo Switch 2, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and PC. The game has surpassed one million wishlists and features up to 4-player co-op where players control mice assisting a witch.
Hela: Of Mice & Magic Hands-on Preview - Mighty mice
Hela: 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 Multiplex
Several 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 Showcases
Summer 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 Today
The 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 & Magic
Knights 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 Dive
Knights 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 2026
Knights 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 Multiplex
This 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 23
Titanium 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 & Magic
The 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.