Woodo Launches on Nintendo Switch in Summer 2026
Nintendo Indie World showcase reveals Switch and Switch 2 versions, including mouse controls on Switch 2
March 3, 2026
Hamburg, Germany - March 03, 2026 - During today’s Nintendo Indie World online showcase, Woodo expanded its platform lineup with a confirmed release on Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch 1 in Summer 2026, joining the previously announced versions for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. The showcase debut was accompanied by a new video message from the development team, offering a brief introduction and a look at new gameplay.
The newly shown video features members of the Woodo team introducing fresh gameplay moments to the viewers. Alongside wholesome cozy interactions, the new footage highlights how Woodo’s tactile, hands-on puzzle design continues to evolve as development progresses.
In addition to confirming its handheld debut, the showcase also revealed that the Nintendo Switch 2 version of Woodo will support mouse controls, offering players an additional, intuitive way to interact with the game’s delicate objects and mechanisms.
With its distinctive wooden world, calm pacing, and focus on small, meaningful interactions, Woodo continues to shape an experience that feels personal, gentle, and playful. The announcement of the release date marks an important milestone as the game prepares to fully latch onto consoles in Summer 2026. More info on Woodo: https://www.woodo-game.com/.
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ABOUT WOODO
Set in the peaceful countryside and brought to life through beautifully crafted wooden dioramas, Woodo invites players to solve cozy, object-based puzzles while following the emotional journey of Foxy, a city girl discovering a different kind of life. Piece by piece, players will unlock whimsical scenes, narrated by Laurence Olivier Award winner Miriam-Teak Lee.
This new demo lets you step into Foxy’s world for the very first time — placing puzzle pieces, discovering charming animations, and experiencing a taste of the game’s nostalgic summer story.
Key Features:
- Cozy diorama puzzling with a unique find-the-object twist
- Tangible art style that brings wooden toys to life
- A warm and emotional story about creativity, growth, and connection
- A gentle, feel-good experience with no timers or pressure
- Narration by stage star Miriam-Teak Lee, offering guidance and companionship
Woodo will be released on PC, Nintendo Switch 1 & 2, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S.
Press inquiries, interview requests, and review codes: bernd.berheide@daedalic.de
About the developers
Yullia ‘Julia’ Prohorova and Timur Bogotov are an indie game development team passionate about creating heartfelt gaming experiences. Previously, they worked on Clumsy Rush, released on Switch in 2019. Woodo represents their vision of a game full of warmth and creativity, developed in collaboration with Daedalic Entertainment to bring this vision to life.
Connect with Woodo on social media and follow the game’s development journey. Engage with fellow fans and share your own stories of nostalgia and creativity.
TikTok: @woodo_game
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Twitter: @YulliaProhorova
About Daedalic Entertainment
Celebrating its 20th publishing year, Daedalic Entertainment is a renowned publisher with nearly two decades of experience supporting indie developers across all major gaming platforms. The lineup of games includes a diverse variety of unique titles, focusing on four distinct areas: storytelling, strategy, co-op games, and wholesome games. With an international team of around 45 employees, Daedalic is currently working with various development studios to create a new lineup of innovative games across consoles and PCs to market. Recent hits include Star Trek: Voyager - Across the Unknown, New Cycle, Barotrauma, Unrailed!, Bloodgrounds, Into the Emberlands, Deponia, Shadow Tactics, Inkulinati, Hidden Deep, Fling to the Finish!, and more.Please look out for upcoming games like The Occultist, Woodo, Barotrauma Home & Harbor Expansion, and many more. Since April 2022, Daedalic Entertainment has been a subsidiary of the French publishing house, Nacon.
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