DaRmaZat Knights Peak and Windup Games have unveiled a brand-new gameplay trailer for Hela, the cozy open-world adventure inspired by Scandinavian folklore. The new footage, narrated by a member of the Windup Games team, gives players a deeper look at the game’s charming world, where tiny mice take on big adventures. Hela is set to launch in 2026 for Nintendo Switch 2, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, and PC (via Steam and Epic Games).
The latest trailer follows a touching story arc centered on a kind old witch who has fallen ill, leaving the mice to find a cure while continuing to help the island’s residents. It highlights Hela’s seamless blend of exploration, puzzle-solving, action, crafting, and foraging—all wrapped in a world brimming with nature, magic, and heart. Players can freely explore the vast Nordic-inspired landscape, discovering secrets and shaping their own journey, whether alone or with others.
Developed by Windup Games, the studio behind the Unravel series, and published by Knights Peak, Hela captures the spirit of curiosity and kindness that drives its pint-sized heroes. Its enchanting world features lush forests, quiet lakes, and rugged mountains teeming with life—all enhanced by realistic physics and interactive environments. Players can wield their magical backpack to gather ingredients, craft potions, and solve puzzles that are deeply tied to the story.
Winner of two gamescom 2025 awards for “Most Entertaining” and “Most Wholesome,” Hela offers flexible gameplay options—solo, split-screen, or online co-op for up to four players. Whether helping forest dwellers, mending the world one good deed at a time, or simply enjoying the peace of a sunlit meadow, Hela promises a heartwarming and uplifting adventure when it launches next year.
