Hela News

[p]As the year comes to a close and winter settles over the forest, we wanted to take a moment to thank you for your kindness, your messages, and the incredible warmth you’ve shared with us throughout Hela’s journey so far.[/p][p]Hela is a game about care, small acts of kindness, and finding comfort in the world around you. It’s a story shaped by small moments: a mouse offering a paw, a letter arriving at the witch’s cottage, a quiet walk through the trees. And this year, your support has felt very much the same to us: steady, encouraging, and deeply meaningful.[/p][p]Whether you found Hela through a showcase, a trailer, or simply by wandering through Steam, we’re grateful you’re here. Your comments, your excitement, and your support continue to make this community feel like a warm little gathering place in the middle of winter.[/p][p][/p][p]As we head into the holidays, we hope you find time to rest, to breathe, and to enjoy whatever brings you comfort — good company, peaceful moments, or a small adventure of your own.[/p][p]From the entire team (and the mice, who are surely still busy somewhere in the witch’s hut), we wish you a gentle and joyful holiday season![/p][p]Thank you for being part of this journey. We can’t wait to share more of Hela with you in the new year.[/p]

[p]In Hela, every mouse familiar carries a frog-shaped backpack gifted by the witch — a small vessel for a small piece of her magic. With it, you can glide across open spaces, swing between branches, pull and plunge objects, nudge the world in playful ways, and, most importantly, create Shades.[/p][p][/p][p]Many challenges in Hela are designed with teamwork in mind, but they remain completely playable solo thanks to the Shade System.[/p][p][/p][p]Shades are spectral copies of your character that repeat the exact action you were performing when you created them. They let you form a full co-op team even when you’re adventuring alone, or add a few extra paws when you’re playing with friends. You can have up to four characters in play at once: when playing solo, you can summon up to three Shades; in co-op, Shades can fill the remaining spots.[/p][p][/p][previewyoutube][/previewyoutube][p]Because of this, Shades aren’t AI companions — they don’t think for themselves. They simply carry out the action you imprint on them. This allows you to set up multi-step interactions, solve puzzles in clever ways, and reach places that would normally require another player.[/p][p][/p][p]Here are just a few ways to use them:[/p][p][/p][h3]Build Bridges[/h3][p]Connect your lasso between two Shades to create a walkable — or bouncy — path across gaps or up steep climbs.[/p][p][/p][p][/p][h3]Create Anchors[/h3][p]Place a Shade above you and use it as an anchor point to climb, swing, or reach higher ground.[/p][p][/p][p][/p][h3]Move Objects with Precision[/h3][p]Let a Shade hold an object steady while you reposition yourself and pull it from a different angle.[/p][p][/p][p][/p][h3]Extend Your Glide[/h3][p]While gliding, spawn a Shade mid-flight and latch onto it to carry your journey even farther.[/p][p][/p][p][/p][h3]Set Your Own Checkpoints[/h3][p]Leave a Shade behind to mark a safe spot. If you fall, simply switch back, no restart needed![/p][p][/p][p][/p][h3]Operate Co-op Tools Solo[/h3][p]Catapults and other co-op mechanisms, that look like a two mouse job, can be run entirely solo. When you find yourself in need of some catapulting, just pull the rope yourself, then create a shade to hold it down and then just hop into the scoop and enjoy the launch.[/p][p][/p][p][/p][p]Together, these mechanics transform Hela into a fully flexible co-op experience, where every player can enjoy the same creative freedom. You can set out alone, enjoying the stillness of the forest, or explore with friends, sharing moments of creativity and cooperation.[/p][p]Whichever path you choose, the world waits warmly for you.[/p][p]
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[p]Today, Hela premiered a brand-new trailer during the BIG Winter Showcase — featuring never before seen gameplay moments and a deeper look at the world you’ll be exploring in 2026! [/p][p]We’re truly grateful for all the warm messages and support you’ve shared with us. [/p][p][/p][p]If you missed the reveal, you can watch the full trailer here:
[/p][previewyoutube][/previewyoutube][p][/p][p]Thank you for joining us on this journey, there’s much more still left to discover![/p][p]
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[p]In Hela, every adventure is yours to shape, whether you set out alone or explore together with friends. In the game, you'll wander freely, discover hidden corners of the world, and find joy in the small moments that make the journey your own.[/p][p][/p][p][/p][p][/p][p]This Singles’ Day, we’re celebrating freedom — the kind that comes from exploring at your own pace, following your curiosity, and enjoying the path that feels right for you.[/p][p][/p][p]Hela isn’t out just yet, but we can’t wait for you to experience the adventure when it arrives. Until then, add Hela to your wishlist to stay updated and be the first to join the journey![/p][p][/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p]

[p]Hela isn’t a spooky game, but our wonderful team couldn’t resist creating a little Halloween magic.[/p][p]
[/p][p]From all of us at Windup Games and Knights Peak, we wish you a cozy, joy-filled Helaween! Whether you’re exploring your own enchanted corners, brewing something mysterious, or simply enjoying the holiday with friends, may your night be full of wonder.
[/p][p]Happy Helaween!

Add Hela to your Steam wishlist today and be ready to start your adventure in 2026.[/p]