Knights Peak and publisher Windup Games have confirmed that Hela: Of Mice and Magic will launch on Nintendo Switch 2 worldwide on 1 December 2026.
The title will be available digitally via the Nintendo eShop and is billed as a third-person, open-world adventure from the creators associated with the Unravel series.
Set against a landscape inspired by northern Scandinavia, Hela: Of Mice and Magic centers on a benevolent Witch and her familiars — nimble mice who wield small magical abilities.
The narrative premise, as presented by the developer and publisher, places players in the role of helpers tasked with curing the Witch after she falls ill, guiding them through exploration, foraging, puzzle-solving, action sequences and potion brewing.
Windup Games and Knights Peak have outlined the core features players can expect at launch.
In journalistic terms, the publisher describes an expansive, handcrafted region of magical forests, lakes and mountains to explore; a "magical backpack" mechanic used to interact with the environment and solve puzzles; realistic object physics to increase immersion; dynamic environments that evolve over time; integrated puzzles that reinforce storytelling; and systems in which acts of kindness tangibly change the game world and characters.
The release will support solo play and cooperative modes, including local split-screen and online play.
Key facts:
- Release date: 1 December 2026
- Platform: Nintendo Switch 2 (digital release on Nintendo eShop)
- Developer: Knights Peak
- Publisher: Windup Games
- Genre: Third-person open-world adventure with puzzle and action elements
- Play modes: Single-player, local split-screen co-op, online cooperative play
Hela: Of Mice and Magic marks a debut effort from Knights Peak and follows creative threads familiar to players who enjoyed character-driven, atmosphere-focused puzzle adventures.
The project's emphasis on environmental interaction, physics-driven puzzles and cooperative options positions it as a notable eShop release for Nintendo's next-generation portable-home hybrid.
Further updates, such as patch schedules, pricing, and platform-specific features, will be announced by Knights Peak and Windup Games ahead of the December launch.
The title will be available digitally via the Nintendo eShop and is billed as a third-person, open-world adventure from the creators associated with the Unravel series.
Set against a landscape inspired by northern Scandinavia, Hela: Of Mice and Magic centers on a benevolent Witch and her familiars — nimble mice who wield small magical abilities.
The narrative premise, as presented by the developer and publisher, places players in the role of helpers tasked with curing the Witch after she falls ill, guiding them through exploration, foraging, puzzle-solving, action sequences and potion brewing.
Windup Games and Knights Peak have outlined the core features players can expect at launch.
In journalistic terms, the publisher describes an expansive, handcrafted region of magical forests, lakes and mountains to explore; a "magical backpack" mechanic used to interact with the environment and solve puzzles; realistic object physics to increase immersion; dynamic environments that evolve over time; integrated puzzles that reinforce storytelling; and systems in which acts of kindness tangibly change the game world and characters.
The release will support solo play and cooperative modes, including local split-screen and online play.
Key facts:
- Release date: 1 December 2026
- Platform: Nintendo Switch 2 (digital release on Nintendo eShop)
- Developer: Knights Peak
- Publisher: Windup Games
- Genre: Third-person open-world adventure with puzzle and action elements
- Play modes: Single-player, local split-screen co-op, online cooperative play
Hela: Of Mice and Magic marks a debut effort from Knights Peak and follows creative threads familiar to players who enjoyed character-driven, atmosphere-focused puzzle adventures.
The project's emphasis on environmental interaction, physics-driven puzzles and cooperative options positions it as a notable eShop release for Nintendo's next-generation portable-home hybrid.
Further updates, such as patch schedules, pricing, and platform-specific features, will be announced by Knights Peak and Windup Games ahead of the December launch.
