Mewgenics, the long-anticipated project from Edmund McMillen—co-creator of acclaimed indie titles The Binding of Isaac and Super Meat Boy—has made a remarkable debut on Steam, achieving sweeping success within a week of its release.
Initially revealed 14 years ago, the turn-based tactical roguelike focuses on cat breeding and team strategy, blending procedural gameplay with McMillen's signature offbeat charm.
Released in February 2026, Mewgenics quickly garnered attention as its sales soared past 500,000 copies, establishing a new concurrent player record for roguelikes on Steam—a distinction previously held by Hades II. The overwhelming response has sparked robust demand for a console adaptation, with players eager to see Mewgenics arrive on platforms like the Nintendo Switch.
In recent statements across McMillen’s official social media and during a Reddit AMA on r/SteamDeck before the February 10th launch, the developer confirmed that a console release is actively in development.
"We’re currently working on bringing Mewgenics to consoles," McMillen shared, with further clarification that his team is evaluating publishing partners to determine which platforms will be prioritized for development. Notably, McMillen emphasized that "Switch 2 seems like the front runner right now," highlighting Nintendo’s next-generation hybrid as a likely home for the game—pending publisher guidance.
This aligns with the series’ history, as previous McMillen titles like The Binding of Isaac have been well received on the Nintendo Switch, affirming the platform’s strong relationship with indie developers and its receptive audience for innovative roguelike experiences. While no concrete release date for console versions has been provided, McMillen was candid about the development timeline, clarifying that porting to additional hardware will require careful planning and publisher input.
Nevertheless, the rapid success and critical acclaim of Mewgenics—currently earning top ratings on OpenCritic and Metacritic for 2026—underscore the title’s potential as a standout addition to the Nintendo Switch library and possibly its upcoming successor. As anticipation builds, fans and industry watchers remain optimistic about Mewgenics’ eventual arrival on Nintendo Switch and other platforms.
Its sales milestone and player engagement underscore the enduring appeal of indie innovation on both PC and consoles.
For now, players can experience Mewgenics on Steam, with the promise of future console expansions keeping the excitement alive within the Nintendo community.
Initially revealed 14 years ago, the turn-based tactical roguelike focuses on cat breeding and team strategy, blending procedural gameplay with McMillen's signature offbeat charm.
Released in February 2026, Mewgenics quickly garnered attention as its sales soared past 500,000 copies, establishing a new concurrent player record for roguelikes on Steam—a distinction previously held by Hades II. The overwhelming response has sparked robust demand for a console adaptation, with players eager to see Mewgenics arrive on platforms like the Nintendo Switch.
In recent statements across McMillen’s official social media and during a Reddit AMA on r/SteamDeck before the February 10th launch, the developer confirmed that a console release is actively in development.
"We’re currently working on bringing Mewgenics to consoles," McMillen shared, with further clarification that his team is evaluating publishing partners to determine which platforms will be prioritized for development. Notably, McMillen emphasized that "Switch 2 seems like the front runner right now," highlighting Nintendo’s next-generation hybrid as a likely home for the game—pending publisher guidance.
This aligns with the series’ history, as previous McMillen titles like The Binding of Isaac have been well received on the Nintendo Switch, affirming the platform’s strong relationship with indie developers and its receptive audience for innovative roguelike experiences. While no concrete release date for console versions has been provided, McMillen was candid about the development timeline, clarifying that porting to additional hardware will require careful planning and publisher input.
Nevertheless, the rapid success and critical acclaim of Mewgenics—currently earning top ratings on OpenCritic and Metacritic for 2026—underscore the title’s potential as a standout addition to the Nintendo Switch library and possibly its upcoming successor. As anticipation builds, fans and industry watchers remain optimistic about Mewgenics’ eventual arrival on Nintendo Switch and other platforms.
Its sales milestone and player engagement underscore the enduring appeal of indie innovation on both PC and consoles.
For now, players can experience Mewgenics on Steam, with the promise of future console expansions keeping the excitement alive within the Nintendo community.
