Out of Words, the imaginative new co-op platformer crafted by Kong Orange and Wired Fly in partnership with Epic Games, is set to launch worldwide on the Nintendo Switch 2 via the Nintendo eShop in 2026.
This innovative title continues Nintendo’s tradition of supporting visually stunning, artist-driven adventures on its next-generation hardware, offering players a uniquely handcrafted journey through the mystical world of Vokabulantis. A recently released video, titled "Meet Prince," shines a spotlight on one of the game’s central figures.
Guided by art director Mikkel Maltesen, the video provides a detailed look at Prince’s character design process — showcasing his evolution from initial sketches to the finished 3D stop-motion model.
Maltesen and the development team discuss the challenges of translating Prince’s refined personality into visual form and highlight his role as the only character in Vokabulantis with the ability to speak, which is crucial to the game’s narrative depth. Out of Words distinguishes itself with a handcrafted aesthetic born from the collaboration of artists, puppet masters, coders, and writers.
Much of the creative vision comes from acclaimed poet Morten Søndergaard, ensuring that every character and environment tells a story steeped in human emotion.
The painstakingly crafted stop-motion puppets and tactile sets are integrated with state-of-the-art digital artistry, making Out of Words a standout in the Nintendo Switch 2 library. The gameplay focuses on cooperative play, inviting two players — either locally or online with cross-platform support — to team up as Kurt and Karla.
Together, they solve intricate physics-based puzzles and perform daring platforming feats across the breathtaking locales of Vokabulantis, such as the ancient catacombs and the clay skyscrapers of Nounberg.
Communication, timing, and teamwork are vital, creating a co-op experience that blends storytelling and gameplay in fresh, emotionally resonant ways. At its heart, Out of Words is a story about finding the right words when it matters most.
Kurt and Karla, entangled in an epic struggle for the fate of Vokabulantis, must navigate not just the world's dangers but the complexities of their budding relationship.
The narrative, echoing themes of connection and risk, is woven seamlessly with gameplay, promising an evocative journey for players on Nintendo’s next-generation platform. Out of Words will be available exclusively as a digital release on the Nintendo eShop for Nintendo Switch 2 in 2026, expanding the platform’s reputation for supporting indie innovation and artistic games.
With its blend of handcrafted visuals, thoughtful co-op mechanics, and narrative ambition, Out of Words is poised to become a memorable addition to the Nintendo Switch 2’s robust lineup.
This innovative title continues Nintendo’s tradition of supporting visually stunning, artist-driven adventures on its next-generation hardware, offering players a uniquely handcrafted journey through the mystical world of Vokabulantis. A recently released video, titled "Meet Prince," shines a spotlight on one of the game’s central figures.
Guided by art director Mikkel Maltesen, the video provides a detailed look at Prince’s character design process — showcasing his evolution from initial sketches to the finished 3D stop-motion model.
Maltesen and the development team discuss the challenges of translating Prince’s refined personality into visual form and highlight his role as the only character in Vokabulantis with the ability to speak, which is crucial to the game’s narrative depth. Out of Words distinguishes itself with a handcrafted aesthetic born from the collaboration of artists, puppet masters, coders, and writers.
Much of the creative vision comes from acclaimed poet Morten Søndergaard, ensuring that every character and environment tells a story steeped in human emotion.
The painstakingly crafted stop-motion puppets and tactile sets are integrated with state-of-the-art digital artistry, making Out of Words a standout in the Nintendo Switch 2 library. The gameplay focuses on cooperative play, inviting two players — either locally or online with cross-platform support — to team up as Kurt and Karla.
Together, they solve intricate physics-based puzzles and perform daring platforming feats across the breathtaking locales of Vokabulantis, such as the ancient catacombs and the clay skyscrapers of Nounberg.
Communication, timing, and teamwork are vital, creating a co-op experience that blends storytelling and gameplay in fresh, emotionally resonant ways. At its heart, Out of Words is a story about finding the right words when it matters most.
Kurt and Karla, entangled in an epic struggle for the fate of Vokabulantis, must navigate not just the world's dangers but the complexities of their budding relationship.
The narrative, echoing themes of connection and risk, is woven seamlessly with gameplay, promising an evocative journey for players on Nintendo’s next-generation platform. Out of Words will be available exclusively as a digital release on the Nintendo eShop for Nintendo Switch 2 in 2026, expanding the platform’s reputation for supporting indie innovation and artistic games.
With its blend of handcrafted visuals, thoughtful co-op mechanics, and narrative ambition, Out of Words is poised to become a memorable addition to the Nintendo Switch 2’s robust lineup.
