«Moomin: Warmth in Winter» will be released on PS5 and Switch 2 in September
- The game will be released on September 18 for PS5 and Switch 2
- Physical editions include stickers and a digital soundtrack
- Owners of the Switch version will receive a free upgrade to Switch 2
- On Steam, 98% of reviews are positive from fewer than 500 ratings
On September 18, 2024, Hyper Games studio officially announced the release of its new adventure project 'Moomin: The Warmth of Winter' for PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch 2 platforms. This is a continuation of the series inspired by the famous books of Tove Jansson, and the first appearance of the project on current generation consoles.
On the same day, physical editions for PS5 and the original Switch are planned for release. The bundles include the game itself, a sticker set, and a digital soundtrack, making them appealing to collectors and fans of the series.
Owners of the already purchased version for the first Switch will have the opportunity for a free upgrade to the version for Switch 2. This approach allows players to transition to a more powerful platform without additional costs, while retaining their progress.
The gameplay of 'Warmth in Winter' retains the characteristic features of the studio's previous game – 'Snusmumrik: Melodies of Moominvalley'. The main character explores Moominvalley and the surrounding forests, makes new friends, solves puzzles, and completes various quests.
The game has been available since April 2024 on PC (Steam) and the original Switch. The release includes Russian subtitles, which expands the audience in Russian-speaking countries. The Steam platform has gathered fewer than 500 reviews, but 98% of them are positive, indicating a high rating of the project by players.
Hyper Games, a small independent studio, is known for its attention to the visual style and atmosphere characteristic of the Moomin books. The developers aim to convey a gentle, cozy aesthetic, combining it with light puzzles and exploratory gameplay.
What fans expect
For fans of the series, the news of the release on modern consoles is important: it opens up the possibility to play in higher resolution and with improved performance. Additionally, the free upgrade for owners of the original Switch lowers the barrier to entry.
Thus, 'Moomin: Warmth in Winter' is set to become one of the most notable indie games of autumn 2024, offering a cozy story and accessible gameplay on both new and existing platforms.
Source: StopGame
