Snufkin: Melody of Moominvalley News

Dear wanderers,

We’re excited to announce that a Q&A stream with the devs will be taking place on March 1 at 4 PM CET / 10 AM EST! Like our Q&A social media post (see our social media at the bottom of this blog!) and leave your questions in the comments there. We will then pick random questions, and the devs will answer them on the stream! And to celebrate this exciting session, we’ll also send out Snufkin notebooks to those whose questions we pick✨

Join us:

📅 1 March, 4 PM CET / 10 AM EST
📍 Snufkin: Melody of Moominvalley Steam page

And if after the stream you have more questions to the devs, head to the Cozy Gamers Reddit for an AMA at 5 PM CET / 11AM EST!

[h2]FAQ 📺[/h2]

On the topic of questions, we’ve also prepared a list of frequently asked questions below!

[h3]When does the game release?[/h3]
March 7, 2024!

[h3]Is this a Moomin game?[/h3]
Yes, this game is developed with the support from Moomin Characters (more info at the official Moomin site).

[h3]Who is the developer?[/h3]
Hyper Games! We’re a creative and passionate bunch that comes from Norway. You can find more info on the Hyper Games’ official site.

[h3]Do you have a publisher?[/h3]
Yes, it’s Raw Fury! We (un)publish games, strongly believe that games are art and are based in Sweden. More info on Raw Fury’s official website!

[h3]I want to follow you on social media, what are your pages?[/h3]
Twitter (X), Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and Discord.

[h3]Which platforms will the game be released on?[/h3]
Currently announced for Nintendo Switch and Steam.

[h3]Is this a full game or will it be released in episodes?[/h3]
It's a full game.

[h3]Is it suitable for adults?[/h3]
Most certainly! This game is designed for both familiar and new Moomin fans alike! Based on stories from Moominsummer Madness, Moominpappa at Sea, The Invisible Child and many more, this game features deep characters and a relaxing and adventurous musical journey.

[h3]Where does the story of the game come from?[/h3]
It’s based on the stories from books, comics and novels by the original author of Moomins Tove Jansson, but the game’s story is completely original.

[h3]What kind of characters are there in the game?[/h3]
On your journey in Snufkin: Melody of Moominvalley you’ll meet more than 50 unique characters, creatures and inhabitants - all of them come from the original stories and novels written by Tove Jansson.

[h3]Does the game focus on Snufkin?[/h3]
Yes, the game is about Snufkin coming back from his winter travels to find the valley changed. In your quest to find out what is happening and how to restore harmony, the adventure will take you to multiple locations and areas across all of Moominvalley as you will get to meet more than 50 other original characters, creatures and inhabitants from the original Moomin stories and novels.

[h3]Is this a co-op?[/h3]
No, it’s a single-player adventure.

[h3]Is it free-to-play?[/h3]
No, it’s a standalone single-player adventure.

[h3]Is the game open world?[/h3]
You'll have a chance to explore various areas as you pass them but not come back to them later in the game.

[h3]I have encountered a bug. Where do I find tech support?[/h3]
Please report the issue on our tech support website!



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Yesterday's Nintendo Direct got rather overshadowed by a certain trailer for Elden Ring: Shadow Of The Erdtree, but there were still plenty of good news nuggets to be had in there for us PC folks - which I've summarised for you below. The long and short of it is: more release dates! Loads of 'em! And they're all coming in the first half of 2024 as well. I love it when a schedule comes together.

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Dear wanderers,

When spring arrives and snow starts melting, Snufkin’s journey back to Moominvalley begins. We are thrilled to announce that Snufkin: Melody of Moominvalley will release on March 7, 2024 for PC Steam and Nintendo Switch!

Inspired by the beloved Moomin stories from Tove Jansson, our musical adventure game is a heartwarming journey to restore harmony in nature. As Snufkin, players will sneak into parks and dismantle the horrid manicured and gated lawns. You will also meet over 50 various creatures and characters, forming wonderful friendships and cherished connections.

Please view our release date announcement trailer below 👇

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Explore our open-world storybook by trekking through forests or leaving fast-fading footprints on the beaches. Set sail for Hattifatteners’ island and step into a lush jungle, meeting the mysterious pale gray-white creatures. Or follow the creeks, jumping over paths made by river rocks and listening to the running water.

Encounter beloved characters from Moomin stories, like the sweet Moominmama and mischievous Little My. Whimsical little critters like worms and black birds who enjoy tunes from Snufkin’s harmonica will also make charmingly helpful appearances in aiding exploration and puzzle-solving. Dramatic spiders, timid creatures like Sniff and Teety-Woo, and the misunderstood, icy Groke fill Moominvalley with colorful personalities and charming interactions.

We can’t wait for everybody to leap into Snufkin: Melody of Moominvalley on March 7! See you there 💚

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Dear travelers,

Today we’d love to provide an overview of our game and a recap of what players can expect during their heartwarming journeys in Moominvalley!

[h3]Adventure 🏕️[/h3]

Spring is here, and Snufkin is on his way back to Moominvalley. He’s looking forward to meeting his good friend Moomintroll again — but he notices radically different changes in the valley. Parks have sprung up in various locations, replacing wildflowers with concrete and songbird songs with silence.

Snufkin’s not one to passively let the valley become overrun by gated parks and rules. He decides to wreak havoc upon them by sneakily removing signs, knocking over statues, and in the end, returning nature to its wild beauty.



[h3]Inspiring journey 🎵
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Exploration is a key element of our open-world storybook game. Snufkin will need to make his way through various parts of the land to find parks and to confront the person behind it all, The Park Keeper.

Snufkin will travel through lush wilderness, climbing up mountain faces and running along sandy beaches. He uses simple actions to traverse and interact with the world, like pushing and pulling boulders out of the way or setting a log up across a gap.

Snufkin will also play his harmonica and other instruments he unlocks as the journey progresses to interact with the world. A few puffs on the harmonica summons worms to emerge from their holes on the cliff face, becoming a convenient ledge for Snufkin to jump onto and off of.

During travels, Snufkin collects a resource called inspiration. It’s necessary to raise inspiration levels in order to unlock certain areas of the world and to increase the strength of Snufkin’s musical abilities. Inspiration is generated by completing quests, dismantling parks, and from running through bushes.

Here’s a few videos we’ve shared before on the gameplay!

• Snufkin: Melody of Moominvalley - Gameplay Montage
• Befriending critters with the harmonica
• Follow Snufkin on a run through Moominvalley

[h3]Friendships 💗[/h3]

Lively and loveable friends from Tove Jansson’s Moomin world are dotted across Moominvalley. Teety-Woo, a shy admirer of Snufkin, is one of the first characters you’ll meet. Among many other characters, Snufkin will also find Ninny, the invisible girl, Moominmama and Moominpapa, and the unconfident Ghost.

There are various puzzles and sub-quests related to characters Snufkin will encounter along his journey. For instance, he will help the Ghost overcome its doubt and regain its sense of self. From the mischievous Little My to sassy spiders, Snufkin will meet many unique and memorable characters.

Oh, and yes — the misunderstood Groke will also make her icy entrance. Although initially scary, the Groke isn’t malicious and Snufkin will reach a newfound understanding with her during his journey.

Check out some of the character content we’ve shared before!

• Friends in Moominvalley character trailer
• Meet the characters part 1
• Whimsical critters and charming inhabitants to meet

Our Snufkin game is a charming musical adventure filled with heartwarming encounters and mischief undertaken in the name of restoring nature to its untamed and free-spirited beauty.

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Dear wanderers,

In our last newsletter, we introduced a few vibrant residents who call Moominvalley home. In this installment, you’ll find more info about other characters like Stinky, Horse, and Ghost! All three are very different from each other. Horse is a diva. Stinky is a mischievous troublemaker. And Ghost is a playful… well, ghost!


[h3]Horse[/h3]

“Oh, I’m fabulous. As always!” ~ Horse


Mirror, mirror on the wall. Who is the fairest of them all?

On the lush Hattifattener’s island, a certain fabulous horse with a flower-patterned coat rests on the shoreside covered in huge clams. With a sway of its luxurious mane, the Horse has a seemingly puzzling request for Snufkin. Can Snufkin find something more beautiful than the Horse?

[h3]Ghost[/h3]

“Aren’t you afraid of me either?” ~ Ghost


Even in the hideous parks, Snufkin can find an un-boo-lievable friend. When the Ghost first meets Snufkin, it has lost its way - unsure of its abilities to scare others. Together with Snufkin, the Ghost will rediscover its true self and grow again, becoming confident and sure!

[h3]Stinky[/h3]

“Hah, as if I care. Catch me if you can!” ~ Stinky


An irate creature who lives for causing trouble, Stinky is usually up to no good. But he’s oddly loveable, with his fuzzy body, two antennas, and wide grin. As expected, Snufkin will encounter the cheeky character through mischief caused by Stinky. And while Snufkin is not one to say no to mischief, he'll need to chase Stinky down for a good cause.

Aside from the parks and patrolling police officers, Snufkin will meet memorable residents all over the valley - like Stinky the gleeful thief or a ghost searching for confidence. Snufkin’s musical abilities won’t only be used to dismantle parks or to get on the Park Keeper’s last nerves. He’ll also help out characters with a tune or two, creating melodies of new friendships and even deeper connections.

[h3]Further reading:[/h3]

• Primadonna’s Horse
• The Island Ghost
• Stinky, a Loveable Rogue

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