Moomin: A Midsummer Madness Announced at Wholesome Direct 2026
Moomin Characters Oy Ltd. and Japanese publisher Shochiku have officially announced Moomin: A Midsummer Madness, a new point-and-click adventure game developed by French studio Crossbridge. The game was revealed during the Wholesome Direct 2026 showcase, with Shochiku handling global publishing duties. Inspired by Tove Jansson’s classic novel Moominsummer Madness, the title follows Moomintroll and Little My as they embark on a charming adventure through the beloved Moominvalley. The game features a hand-drawn art style that faithfully recreates the whimsical world of the original books, and is scheduled to launch in 2026 on Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch 2, and PC platforms.
Moomin: A Midsummer Madness is based on Tove Jansson’s novel Moominsummer Madness, allowing players to experience iconic moments from the original story alongside brand-new narrative content created exclusively for the game. The storyline begins when Moomintroll anxiously awaits the return of the traveling Snufkin, only for a great flood to suddenly strike Moominvalley. As the Moomin family drifts across the water, they discover a mysterious building — a fantastical theater filled with costumes, scripts, and the unique magic of the stage. The game promises to deliver both lovingly recreated scenes and fresh original adventures, all presented through richly colored hand-drawn visuals inspired by Tove Jansson’s iconic illustrations.
According to the developers, the game features puzzles that can be solved through dialogue, exploration, and mini-games, with a built-in hint system making it accessible to players of all ages. A key gameplay mechanic is the character-switching system, which allows players to utilize each character’s unique abilities to progress through the story. Roleff Kråkström, CEO of Moomin Characters Oy Ltd., shared his enthusiasm for the project, stating that the game captures the charm and warmth of the Moomin world while offering a fresh and creative interpretation that stays true to the original stories. The development team’s dedication to faithfully representing the Moomin universe is evident in every detail.
Moomin: A Midsummer Madness is scheduled for release in 2026, and will be available on Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch 2, and PC platforms. No specific pricing information has been announced at this time. The game marks an exciting new entry in the beloved franchise, bringing the charm of Moominvalley to a new generation of players. While the exact release window within 2026 remains unconfirmed, the combination of Crossbridge’s development expertise and Shochiku’s publishing support suggests a polished experience is on the way. This is definitely one to watch for fans of wholesome adventure games and the timeless world of the Moomins.
