Witchbrook Set for January 28, 2027 Release

Chucklefish and Robotality have set January 28, 2027, as the scheduled release date for Witchbrook, their long-delayed witchcraft life simulation game. The developers announced the date during Nintendo’s Indie World Showcase on October 28, alongside a release trailer. The announcement gives the game a specific launch date after earlier release plans shifted, but does not establish whether it will meet that schedule. Witchbrook is planned for PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2. One report also lists Xbox One, while other platform lists omit it; the developers’ final platform lineup is not confirmed consistently in the coverage. A report also says the game will be available through Xbox Game Pass at launch. Set in the seaside town of Mossport, the game has players attend Witchbrook College and learn magic. The developers have described a range of activities, including classes, relationships with other characters, side jobs and online cooperative play for up to four players. Players can also take part in activities such as seasonal events and clubs, according to details reported alongside the announcement. The developers said they took...