The enchanting and charming adventure game, Mika and the Witch's Mountain, is set to launch on January 22nd, 2025, across multiple platforms: Nintendo Switch, Steam (PC), PS4, PS5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X|S. Initially released in early access on August 21st, 2024, the full game promises a complete experience, including exciting new features and post-launch content.
Drawing inspiration from Studio Ghibli's Kiki's Delivery Service, players step into the shoes of young witch Mika, a parcel courier in a quaint town nestled at the foot of a magical mountain. The early access version quickly captivated fans of cozy adventure games, and now console players can experience Mika's heartwarming journey.
As reported by Gematsu, developers Chibig and Nukefist confirmed the January 22nd console release date. The game features delightful broomstick flight across a mini open world, collectible items, and a captivating story filled with endearing characters. Recent updates added highly anticipated features, such as fishing and mini-games featuring Churro and a kitten, pet companions, expanded language support, cosmetic items, and new achievements. All this, and more, will be part of the full release. Furthermore, a post-launch patch, "Into the Mont Gaun," will introduce dungeon gameplay reminiscent of The Legend of Zelda series.
Console Release Date:
- January 22nd, 2025
Chibig and Nukefist have declared "Into the Mont Gaun" as the final content update, bringing the game to its envisioned "completed state" – a goal set when the project launched on Kickstarter in 2023. The early access version already enjoys "Very Positive" Steam reviews. Fans of titles like Stardew Valley and Animal Crossing: New Horizons will likely find Mika and the Witch's Mountain a captivating addition to their collection.
The popularity of cozy games continues to rise, and Mika and the Witch's Mountain offers a relaxing magical experience, a welcome contrast to more action-oriented games like Hogwarts Legacy. Prepare for a delightful adventure on Switch, PC, PlayStation, and Xbox platforms.