Neckbolt and Burning Planet, two independent gaming studios recognized for their creative collaboration, have officially announced their latest title: Let’s Freeze Some Penguins for Nintendo Switch.
This cozy, block-pushing puzzle adventure is scheduled to launch on the eShop in 2026, delivering a fresh take on the genre for Switch fans and puzzle enthusiasts. Set in the chill, whimsical expanse north of the Arctic Circle, Let’s Freeze Some Penguins invites players to explore Northern Bear, a wintry world now under threat from the notorious Emperor Penguin and his band of minions.
Gamers will step into the flippers of Walnut the Walrus, employing magical mittens to freeze mischievous penguins into slippery ice blocks.
These ice blocks are more than a quirky mechanic—they serve as the tools to construct bridges, stairs, and pathways needed to traverse the frozen landscape and outwit a growing legion of foes. Speaking on the announcement, representatives from Neckbolt and Burning Planet described Let’s Freeze Some Penguins as "a delightful blend of approachable controls, engaging challenges, and heartwarming narrative elements set against a uniquely Arctic backdrop." The development team emphasized how the simple core mechanic—freezing penguins—unfolds into a layered adventure packed with logic-driven puzzles and environmental obstacles. Let’s Freeze Some Penguins features over 50 intricately designed puzzle levels across three main worlds, with a bonus world for dedicated players to unlock.
Each level encourages exploration, rewarding players who collect Fish Medallions and message bottles containing story hints from Walnut’s missing parents.
A variety of interactive elements, including spike-balls, treadmills, and elevators, create escalating challenges as players progress.
The game’s soundtrack is composed by Karl Rosqvist, promising a whimsical and immersive audio landscape. Players will team up with Walnut’s friend, Noklas the Narwhal, as they work together to defeat the Emperor Penguin and thwart his icy invasion.
The developers are aiming for a wide audience, combining easy-to-learn controls with cleverly challenging puzzles suitable for both casual and experienced gamers on the Nintendo Switch. Let’s Freeze Some Penguins is expected to be released exclusively on Nintendo Switch via the Nintendo eShop in 2026.
Both Neckbolt and Burning Planet have expressed enthusiasm in bringing their unique vision to the Nintendo hardware, building on the console’s success as a thriving platform for indie and puzzle games.
Additional information, including the precise release date and further gameplay details, will be available as the launch window approaches.
For now, fans can view the official trailer and follow updates through Nintendo Directs and related Switch news coverage.
This cozy, block-pushing puzzle adventure is scheduled to launch on the eShop in 2026, delivering a fresh take on the genre for Switch fans and puzzle enthusiasts. Set in the chill, whimsical expanse north of the Arctic Circle, Let’s Freeze Some Penguins invites players to explore Northern Bear, a wintry world now under threat from the notorious Emperor Penguin and his band of minions.
Gamers will step into the flippers of Walnut the Walrus, employing magical mittens to freeze mischievous penguins into slippery ice blocks.
These ice blocks are more than a quirky mechanic—they serve as the tools to construct bridges, stairs, and pathways needed to traverse the frozen landscape and outwit a growing legion of foes. Speaking on the announcement, representatives from Neckbolt and Burning Planet described Let’s Freeze Some Penguins as "a delightful blend of approachable controls, engaging challenges, and heartwarming narrative elements set against a uniquely Arctic backdrop." The development team emphasized how the simple core mechanic—freezing penguins—unfolds into a layered adventure packed with logic-driven puzzles and environmental obstacles. Let’s Freeze Some Penguins features over 50 intricately designed puzzle levels across three main worlds, with a bonus world for dedicated players to unlock.
Each level encourages exploration, rewarding players who collect Fish Medallions and message bottles containing story hints from Walnut’s missing parents.
A variety of interactive elements, including spike-balls, treadmills, and elevators, create escalating challenges as players progress.
The game’s soundtrack is composed by Karl Rosqvist, promising a whimsical and immersive audio landscape. Players will team up with Walnut’s friend, Noklas the Narwhal, as they work together to defeat the Emperor Penguin and thwart his icy invasion.
The developers are aiming for a wide audience, combining easy-to-learn controls with cleverly challenging puzzles suitable for both casual and experienced gamers on the Nintendo Switch. Let’s Freeze Some Penguins is expected to be released exclusively on Nintendo Switch via the Nintendo eShop in 2026.
Both Neckbolt and Burning Planet have expressed enthusiasm in bringing their unique vision to the Nintendo hardware, building on the console’s success as a thriving platform for indie and puzzle games.
Additional information, including the precise release date and further gameplay details, will be available as the launch window approaches.
For now, fans can view the official trailer and follow updates through Nintendo Directs and related Switch news coverage.
