Helaof Mice & Magic Wiki
Co-op guides, Froggy backpack traversal and potion brewing for Windup's cozy mouse adventure.
Unofficial wiki for Hela: of Mice & Magic — the Shade System, couch co-op, potion recipes, collectible locations and demo guides before the December 1, 2026 launch.
Official Brewing Trailer
Dec 1
2026 release
Demo
Free on Steam
1-4P
Online co-op
GP
Game Pass Day One
About Hela: of Mice & Magic
Hela: of Mice & Magic is a wholesome 3D co-op adventure from Windup Games, the studio behind Unravel. You play one of a kind witch's mouse familiars, exploring a handcrafted open world inspired by northern Sweden — gliding with the magical Froggy backpack, brewing potions and solving physics puzzles that reward curiosity over combat. The full game launches December 1, 2026 on PC, PS5, Xbox Series X|S and Nintendo Switch 2, with Game Pass day one; a free demo is live now if you want a first taste of the forest.
Start with the getting started guide, learn the Froggy backpack and the Shade System, plan a co-op night with friends, and track the December 1 release.
Quick facts
Developer
Windup Games (Unravel team)
Publisher
Knights Peak Interactive (MY.GAMES)
Platform
PC, PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Switch 2
Genre
Cozy co-op puzzle adventure (no combat)
Release date
December 1, 2026
Demo
Free on Steam, Epic & Xbox PC App
Explore the wiki
Every hub you need, organised by what players search for most.
Hela walkthroughs for first runs, Froggy backpack traversal tech, the Shade System and how long the full game takes to beat.
View all GuidesEverything multiplayer: couch co-op, 4-player online, drop-in play, split-screen limits, Friend Pass-style sharing and crossplay.
View all Co-opThe mouse familiars, the ailing witch, Froggy, villagers and every animal friend — plus who you can befriend and ride.
View all CharactersThe brewing mini-game decoded: every ingredient, remedy and recipe order, from the demo cauldron to the full spell book.
View all PotionsGlimmer, secrets and hidden areas: where every collectible hides and what the achievements ask of completionists.
View all CollectiblesDecember 1, 2026 launch on every platform: Game Pass day one, Switch 2, PS5, Xbox, Steam Deck and system requirements.
View all UpdatesFeatured guides
Deep walkthroughs for day-one decisions and cozy co-op nights.
Getting Started
First-run walkthrough: the demo loop, movement basics and which systems to ignore until the world opens up.
Read guideCo-opCo-op Guide
Local split-screen, 4-player online, drop-in rules and how the Shade System fills empty slots.
Read guideGuidesFroggy Backpack
Every form of the magical pack: tongue grapple, glider, bounce pad and storage.
Read guidePotionsPotion Recipes
The brewing mini-game decoded — ingredients, order and the remedies each villager needs.
Read guideCharactersAnimal Rides
Hares, magpies and pikes: every befriendable mount and how to unlock it.
Read guideUpdatesRelease Date and Demo
December 1, 2026 launch, Game Pass day one and what the demo contains.
Read guideLatest updates
Launch timing, demo notes and fresh guides — newest first.
Popular right now
The pages players open first.
Quick start
New to the witch's forest? Follow these steps before your first stroll.
Play the free demo
Grab the Hela demo on Steam, Epic or the Xbox PC App, wishlist the full game, and rekindle the witch's warding magic. demo guide
Master Froggy
Tongue grapple, glide and belly-flop bounce — the backpack is every puzzle's key. Froggy backpack guide
Meet the Shades
Playing solo? The Shade System summons magical copies so no puzzle is ever locked. Shade System guide
Bring a friend
2-player local split-screen or 4-player online with drop-in co-op — here's how each mode works. co-op guide
Brew your first potion
Gather ingredients, follow the spell book and keep the witch's cauldron bubbling. brewing guide
Track the launch
December 1, 2026 on PC, PS5, Xbox Series X|S and Switch 2 — Game Pass day one included. release date
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the most common questions about Hela.
What is Hela: of Mice & Magic?
Hela: of Mice & Magic is a wholesome 3D co-op adventure from Windup Games, the Umeå studio founded by the creators of Unravel. You play a mouse familiar helping a kind, ailing witch restore harmony to a handcrafted open world inspired by northern Sweden — gathering ingredients, brewing potions and solving physics puzzles, with no combat anywhere.
When does Hela release?
Hela launches on December 1, 2026, simultaneously on PC (Steam, Epic Games Store, Microsoft Store), PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S and Nintendo Switch 2. A limited physical Harmony Edition is planned for consoles via Microids. A free demo has been live on Steam, Epic and the Xbox PC App since October 8, 2026.
Is Hela on Game Pass?
Yes. Hela is a day-one Xbox Game Pass release for Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass, with Xbox Play Anywhere support (one purchase covers console and PC with shared progress).
Does Hela have multiplayer?
Yes. Hela supports solo play, 2-player local split-screen and online co-op for up to four players, with drop-in/drop-out so friends can join or leave any time. Solo players get the Shade System, which summons magical copies to help with multi-mouse puzzles.
What platforms is Hela on?
Hela launches December 1, 2026 on PC (Steam, Epic Games Store, Microsoft Store), PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S and Nintendo Switch 2, with full Steam Deck support on PC. Xbox Series S and PC are digital-only; the physical Harmony Edition is for Switch 2, Xbox Series X and PS5.
How much will Hela cost?
The price has not been officially announced yet — the Steam page has no pre-order live at the moment. We will update the price guide the moment Knights Peak confirms it.
Ready to help the witch?
From Froggy backpack tech to every potion order and Glimmer spot, our guides cover the systems that matter. Start with the beginner guide or jump into the co-op breakdown.