Knights Peak and Windup Games are pleased to announce that their heartwarming third-person open-world adventure Hela, inspired by Scandinavian folklore, will be coming to Nintendo Switch 2 in 2026. The highly acclaimed debut game from the creators of the Unravel series, is set to launch also on Xbox Series S|X, PlayStation 5, and PC. This announcement followed the exclusive trailer release during the recent Nintendo Direct.
Watch the Hela Nintendo Direct: Partner Showcase Trailer here:
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“We’re incredibly excited to be part of the Nintendo Direct and to finally introduce Hela to a new group of fans who have long been asking if the game would come to Switch,” said Alexander Benitez, Head of Studio at Windup Games. “Together with our publisher, Knights Peak, we feel honored by this opportunity and truly believe Hela will be a perfect fit within the Nintendo Switch 2 lineup — a title that speaks directly to the tastes and expectations of its audience.”
“The Nintendo Switch 2 and Hela are an ideal combination, not only because the console provides the perfect canvas for Hela’s heart-warming adventure, but the passionate Nintendo community is known for appreciating games that offer comfort and meaning – values that Hela represents,” adds Eugenio Vitale, VP of Publishing at Knights Peak. “Whether playing at home or on the go, players can freely choose how they want to immerse themselves in Hela, no matter where they are.”
Hela is a third-person adventure set in the beautiful northern Scandinavian nature and tells the enchanting story of a kind Witch and her familiars — agile mice with magical abilities. For ages, the friendly Witch has used her magic to help the local folk, but now she has fallen ill and needs help herself. It’s up to the players to set out on a quest to heal the Witch, and combine exploration of magical landscapes, foraging, puzzles, action, and brewing.
A hands-off demo and Q&A session will take place on August 14 at 1PM EDT / 10AM PDT. Please reach out if you’re interested in attending the demo session, and we’ll provide the details on how to join.
Hela, the heartwarming third-person open-world adventure, will be coming in 2026 to Nintendo Switch 2, Xbox Series S|X, PlayStation 5 and PC (via Steam and the Epic Games Store). For more, visit: https://www.helagame.com.
Press Assets can be downloaded here.
About WINDUP GAMES
Windup Games is a video game development studio based in Umeå, in northern Sweden. We create games and jobs that inspire playfulness, give comfort, and allow people to thrive. We’re building a multiplayer 3D adventure game, with the intent to provide millions of people with something both joyful and meaningful. We’d like your help to make it awesome!
About KNIGHTS PEAK INTERACTIVE
Knights Peak Interactive, a division of MY.GAMES, is a game publisher partnering with diverse developers worldwide. Committed to equality, it supports both emerging and established studios in reaching new heights in global markets and brand development. Knights Peak views games as portals to immersive stories, offering players a multitude of adventures in a welcoming environment. For details, visit: https://www.knightspeak.com.
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