Scandinavian folklore-inspired open-world adventure game Hela announced for consoles, PC
From the creators of Unravel.
Publisher Knights Peak and developer Windup Games have announced Hela, an open-world adventure game inspired by Scandinavian folklore for unspecified consoles and PC (Steam). A release date was not announced.
“Hela is a game that aims to bring a joyful experience, while you explore this world that is deeply rooted in something that feels very authentic to our team and yet hopefully is novel for the bigger audience,” said Windup Games creative director Martin Sahlin in a press release. “We want to bring alive this playful and whimsical world that surrounds us but also make it feel earnest, heartfelt and ultimately weave a very meaningful story for our players.”
Knights Peak vice president of publishing Eugenio Vitale added, “I’m really excited we can empower the creative people behind Hela. Their previous games and what we’ve seen of Hela has so much charm and authenticity that I just had to work with them on our label. We share a lot of the same values when it comes to what makes good games and it’s a dream come true that we do our part bringing their next game to life.”
Here is an overview of the game, via Knights Peak:
About
From the creators of Unravel comes Hela, a new heart-warming open-world game.
Hela tells the enchanting story of a witch and her familiars—a gang of brave little mice. For ages, the kind witch has used her magic to aid the local folk, but now she has fallen ill and needs help herself. It’s up to the mice to find a cure and keep the “witch business” running in the meantime!
Hela offers a delightful blend of adventure and cozy entertainment. Enjoy exploring vast, open spaces, engaging in light-hearted play, and experiencing the simple pleasure of being part of a caring community.
Key Features
- Become a Witch’s Familiar – Play as a brave and agile mouse with magical perks.
- Engaging Gameplay – Mixes exploration, traversal, foraging, puzzles, action, and brewing.
- Healing Experience – Set in the beautiful northern Scandinavian nature, offering a pleasant and soothing adventure.
Watch the announcement trailer below. View a set of screenshots at the gallery.