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

The enchanting and charming adventure game, Mika and the Witch's Mountain, is set to launch on January 22nd, 2025, for 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 will soon be available, boasting new features and post-launch content.

Drawing inspiration from Studio Ghibli's Kiki's Delivery Service, players embody the young witch Mika, working as 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. This vibrant game features broomstick flight across a mini open world, collectible items, and a captivating story filled with endearing characters. Recent early access updates included highly anticipated additions such as fishing, Churro and Kitten mini-games, pet companions, expanded language support, cosmetic items, and new achievements. All this, plus 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" as originally planned during its 2023 Kickstarter campaign. 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 delightful addition to their collection upon its full release on January 22nd.

The appeal of cozy games continues to grow, and Mika and the Witch's Mountain offers a relaxing magical experience, a refreshing contrast to more action-oriented games like Hogwarts Legacy. Get ready to enjoy Mika's adventure on Switch, PC, PlayStation, and Xbox platforms.