A new magical life simulator is blending the charm of Stardew Valley with the fantasy world of The Owl House, creating a cosy witch-themed adventure that could become one of 2026’s most anticipated games.
According to ScreenRant, Witchbrook, the upcoming title from Chucklefish and Robotality, combines farming-simulation elements, magical exploration and character-driven storytelling to create a unique experience for fans of both worlds.
While Stardew Valley is known for farming, friendship and exploration with a touch of magic, Disney’s The Owl House follows Luz, a young girl who enters a magical realm and pursues her dream of becoming a witch’s apprentice. Witchbrook brings together those two styles by placing players in the role of a young magic student in a charming pixel-inspired world.
The game takes players to Mossport, a magical seaside city filled with colourful neighbourhoods, hidden secrets and mysterious lore. Players will attend Witchbrook College, where they can learn spells, attend classes, complete homework, improve magical abilities and take exams.
Beyond studies, players can explore the city, visit shops and cafés, play arcade games, take photo walks, go on dates or even start their own business. Like Stardew Valley, the game will feature a variety of characters to meet, befriend and possibly build romantic relationships with.
Players will also have the freedom to customise their characters, decorate their homes and express their identities. The world of Mossport will change with the seasons, from snowy winters with residents wearing mittens to colourful autumn landscapes.
The game will support both solo play and cooperative multiplayer, allowing up to four players to explore Mossport together.
Witchbrook has been in development since 2016, when it was first introduced as a top-down 2D project titled Spellbound. The current 2.5D version entered development in 2020 and was initially planned for a winter 2025 release.
However, Chucklefish delayed the game to 2026. The studio said it remains committed to being a “zero-crunch studio”, prioritising developers’ health and well-being over rushed deadlines.
The delay has been welcomed by many fans, who believe the extra development time will help deliver the best possible version of the game. Witchbrook is currently scheduled to release in 2026 for PC, Nintendo Switch, Switch 2 and Xbox. It is also available to wishlist on Steam and the Xbox store, with more platforms possibly announced later.
With its magical setting, cosy gameplay and focus on personal stories, Witchbrook is shaping up to become the next major indie favourite for fans of relaxing fantasy adventures.
