Hela: Of Mice & Magic
Adventure
Release DateDec 31, 2026· Your local time: TBA
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Release Date
PCDec 31, 2026
XboxDec 31, 2026
PlayStationDec 31, 2026
SwitchDec 31, 2026
Unlock Times
To be announced, No hour or timezone has been assumed.
Editions & Pre order
Standard Edition (digital, all platforms) — the base game only; also playable day one with Xbox Game Pass. Price TBA.
Harmony Edition (physical, Nintendo Switch 2 / PlayStation 5 / Xbox Series X only) — limited collector's release: the game, a digital soundtrack by Frida Johansson and Henrik Oja, a 48-page softcover art book, an extra outer box, a reversible map poster and a sticker set. Price TBA. Not available for PC or Xbox Series S.
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Release Milestones
2024-08-21 — Announced at gamescom 2024 by Windup Games and Knights Peak with a debut trailer.
2025-07-31 — New trailer unveiled during the Nintendo Direct Partner Showcase, confirming a Nintendo Switch 2 release for 2026.
2026-07-16 — Release window locked in as Q4 2026.
2026-09-09 — Release date confirmed during a Nintendo Direct: December 1, 2026, alongside a new CGI story trailer and the physical Harmony Edition.
Game Overview
See the world through the eyes of a brave little mouse in this enchanting 3D co-op adventure. Explore breathtaking landscapes inspired by Northern Sweden, solve puzzles, and be a force for good in a land where heartwarming storytelling and the beauty of nature intertwine.
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FAQ
When does Hela: of Mice & Magic release?
December 1, 2026, launching worldwide and simultaneously on Nintendo Switch 2, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S and PC (Steam and Epic Games Store).
What are the PC system requirements?
Not published yet — Steam currently lists every entry (OS, processor, memory, graphics and storage) as TBA, so expect the final specs closer to launch.
What editions are available?
A standard digital edition on every platform, plus a limited physical Harmony Edition for Switch 2, PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X that adds the digital soundtrack, a 48-page art book, a reversible map poster, an outer box and stickers. Prices have not been announced.
Is Hela on Xbox Game Pass?
Yes — it launches day one on Xbox Game Pass on December 1, 2026 for Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass subscribers.
Can I play Hela: of Mice & Magic solo?
Yes. The game supports online co-op for up to four players plus local split-screen, and solo players get the Shade System, which conjures magical copies of the mouse so the co-op puzzles can still be solved alone.
