Mika and the Witch\'s Mountain Confirms Console Release Date

The enchanting and heartwarming adventure game, Mika and the Witch's Mountain, is set to launch on Nintendo Switch, Steam (PC), PS4, PS5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X|S on January 22, 2025. Following a successful early access period beginning August 21, 2024, players can soon experience the complete game, enriched with exciting new features and post-launch content.

Drawing inspiration from Studio Ghibli's Kiki's Delivery Service, players embody young witch Mika, embarking on a parcel delivery career in a charming town nestled at the foot of a magical mountain. The early access version captivated cozy adventure game enthusiasts, and now console players can anticipate joining Mika's magical journey.

As reported by Gematsu, developers Chibig and Nukefist confirmed the January 22nd console release, marking the end of early access. This vibrant game boasts broomstick flight across a mini open world, collectible items, and a captivating story filled with endearing characters. Recent updates introduced highly-requested features: a fishing mini-game, Churro and Kitten mini-games, pet companions, expanded language support, cosmetic options, and new achievements. These additions, and more, will be part of the full January 22nd release. Furthermore, a post-launch patch, "Into the Mont Gaun," promises dungeon gameplay reminiscent of The Legend of Zelda series.

Console Release Date:

• January 22, 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 during its 2023 Kickstarter campaign. Already lauded with "Very Positive" Steam reviews during early access, Mika and the Witch's Mountain is a must-play for fans of titles like Stardew Valley and Animal Crossing: New Horizons.

In a landscape of increasingly popular cozy games, Mika and the Witch's Mountain offers a relaxing magical experience, a refreshing contrast to action-heavy games such as Hogwarts Legacy. Get ready to enjoy Mika's adventures across Switch, PC, PlayStation, and Xbox platforms.