Prepare to embark on a heartwarming journey with the release of the cozy adventure game, *Mika and the Witch's Mountain*, set to enchant players on Nintendo Switch, PC via Steam, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X|S on January 22, 2025. After captivating audiences during its early access phase starting August 21, 2024, the full version promises delightful new features and engaging post-launch content.
Drawing inspiration from the beloved Studio Ghibli film, *Kiki's Delivery Service*, in *Mika and the Witch's Mountain*, you step into the shoes of Mika, a young witch embarking on her career as a parcel courier in a quaint town nestled at the foot of a mystical mountain. The early access version quickly won over fans of cozy adventure games, and now, the complete magical experience awaits on various console platforms.
As confirmed by development studios Chibig and Nukefist and reported by Gematsu, *Mika and the Witch's Mountain* will transition from early access to a full console release on January 22. This colorful game invites players to soar on a broomstick through a mini open world, gather collectibles, and immerse themselves in a touching narrative populated by endearing characters. The game has been enhanced with updates during early access, introducing fan-demanded features such as a fishing mini-game, Churro and Kitten mini-games, pet companions, expanded language options, fashionable cosmetics, and new achievements. These enhancements, and more, will be part of the complete release on January 22, with an exciting post-launch patch named "Into the Mont Gaun" that will add dungeon gameplay reminiscent of the *Legend of Zelda* series.
When does Mika and the Witch's Mountain Release on Console?
- January 22Chibig and Nukefist have announced that "Into the Mont Gaun" will be the concluding content update for *Mika and the Witch's Mountain*, completing the vision that was first pitched during its successful Kickstarter campaign in 2023. The game has earned "Very Positive" reviews on Steam during its early access period and is likely to appeal to fans of relaxing games like *Stardew Valley* and *Animal Crossing: New Horizons*. With its full release on January 22, *Mika and the Witch's Mountain* is poised to be a must-try for those seeking a serene, magical experience distinct from the intensity of titles like *Hogwarts Legacy*.
Cozy games are more popular than ever, and *Mika and the Witch's Mountain* offers a peaceful, enchanting escape that players can enjoy across Switch, PC, PlayStation, and Xbox platforms.
