Compulsion Games and Xbox Game Studios Announce South of Midnight for Nintendo Switch 2
In a significant development for Nintendo enthusiasts and action-adventure aficionados, Xbox Game Studios and Compulsion Games have confirmed that their highly anticipated title, South of Midnight, will launch on the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2.
This marks a notable expansion for the game studio known for standout releases such as Contrast and We Happy Few. Set against the evocative backdrop of the American Deep South, South of Midnight will immerse players in a richly atmospheric third-person action-adventure experience.
The narrative centers on Hazel, a young protagonist tasked with embracing her role as a "Weaver" after a disaster impacts her hometown.
Armed with newfound mystical abilities, Hazel is drawn into a captivating quest to mend fractured bonds and confront haunting spirits while unraveling complex threads of family and community legacy. The publisher has outlined three key gameplay pillars: 1.
**A Dark Modern Folktale**: As a hurricane devastates Prospero, players guide Hazel through a story rooted in Southern Gothic tradition.
The plot weaves themes of memory, identity, and the interplay between personal history and broader cultural legacy. 2.
**Confronting Mythical Creatures**: Players will wield ancient weaving magic as they seek to restore corrupted creatures and battle spectral foes known as Haints.
Exploration is central to uncovering the emotional scars that linger across the South's varied regions, with weaving mechanics allowing for restoration and healing of the mystical "Grand Tapestry." 3.
**Haunting Beauty of the Gothic South**: South of Midnight emphasizes a highly stylized visual presentation, blending lush, decaying landscapes with intimate storytelling and music inspired by the American South’s rich traditions.
The artistic direction and narrative depth highlight Compulsion Games’ commitment to pushing the boundaries of interactive storytelling. The digital release of South of Midnight is set for Spring 2026 and will be available worldwide via the Nintendo eShop for the Nintendo Switch 2.
This partnership further cements Compulsion Games’ reputation following the critical acclaim of their previous projects, Contrast and We Happy Few, both of which demonstrated the studio’s talent for blending engaging gameplay mechanics with emotionally resonant narratives. South of Midnight’s arrival on the Nintendo Switch 2 underscores the growing collaboration between Xbox Game Studios and Nintendo, offering new opportunities for Switch players to experience this unique, atmospheric adventure when it debuts.
This marks a notable expansion for the game studio known for standout releases such as Contrast and We Happy Few. Set against the evocative backdrop of the American Deep South, South of Midnight will immerse players in a richly atmospheric third-person action-adventure experience.
The narrative centers on Hazel, a young protagonist tasked with embracing her role as a "Weaver" after a disaster impacts her hometown.
Armed with newfound mystical abilities, Hazel is drawn into a captivating quest to mend fractured bonds and confront haunting spirits while unraveling complex threads of family and community legacy. The publisher has outlined three key gameplay pillars: 1.
**A Dark Modern Folktale**: As a hurricane devastates Prospero, players guide Hazel through a story rooted in Southern Gothic tradition.
The plot weaves themes of memory, identity, and the interplay between personal history and broader cultural legacy. 2.
**Confronting Mythical Creatures**: Players will wield ancient weaving magic as they seek to restore corrupted creatures and battle spectral foes known as Haints.
Exploration is central to uncovering the emotional scars that linger across the South's varied regions, with weaving mechanics allowing for restoration and healing of the mystical "Grand Tapestry." 3.
**Haunting Beauty of the Gothic South**: South of Midnight emphasizes a highly stylized visual presentation, blending lush, decaying landscapes with intimate storytelling and music inspired by the American South’s rich traditions.
The artistic direction and narrative depth highlight Compulsion Games’ commitment to pushing the boundaries of interactive storytelling. The digital release of South of Midnight is set for Spring 2026 and will be available worldwide via the Nintendo eShop for the Nintendo Switch 2.
This partnership further cements Compulsion Games’ reputation following the critical acclaim of their previous projects, Contrast and We Happy Few, both of which demonstrated the studio’s talent for blending engaging gameplay mechanics with emotionally resonant narratives. South of Midnight’s arrival on the Nintendo Switch 2 underscores the growing collaboration between Xbox Game Studios and Nintendo, offering new opportunities for Switch players to experience this unique, atmospheric adventure when it debuts.
