Get ready to live out your enchanting academic dreams as Witchbrook is announced – and it’s coming to Game Pass Day One.
Chucklefish (Starbound, Wargroove) has officially announced Witchbrook, their highly-anticipated magic life-sim, coming to Xbox, PC, and Nintendo Switch this Winter. And the best spell of all? It’s confirmed to be launching Day One on Xbox Game Pass.
Revealed with first-look gameplay footage during today’s Nintendo Direct, Witchbrook invites players to enroll in Witchbrook College, located in the vibrant seaside city of Mossport.
Developed by Chucklefish with co-development support from Robotality (Pathway, Wargroove 2), this charming title blends magical studies with relationship building, exploration, crafting, and cottagecore customisation, all playable with up to four friends online.
Your Magical Life Awaits at Witchbrook College
Step into the shoes of a witch-in-training and immerse yourself in the bustling life of Mossport and its enchanting college grounds. Witchbrook promises a richly detailed world where you can:
- Learn Magical Abilities: Master spells to help yourself, support local businesses, and engage with the community.
- Forge Friendships & Find Romance: Interact with a colourful cast of characters, building relationships and potentially finding love.
- Explore Mossport & Beyond: Spend your time between classes foraging in deep woodlands, selling crafts at the Sunday Market, participating in seasonal events, and much more.
- Customise Your Cozy Life: Renovate and decorate your woodland cottage and garden, and express your personal style with customisable clothing, hair, and accessories.
Shared Spells and Stories: Online Co-op
You won’t have to navigate your magical journey alone. Witchbrook features online co-op multiplayer for up to four players, allowing you to explore the idyllic sandbox world, attend classes, and craft unique stories together with friends.
Launching Day One on Xbox Game Pass!
In a huge win for subscribers, Chucklefish confirmed that Witchbrook will be available on Xbox Game Pass from day one when it launches this Winter. This means Game Pass members on Xbox and PC can jump straight into Witchbrook College without any extra purchase, offering incredible value for this highly anticipated title.
Developer Insights: Passion, Philosophy, and Pixels
The teams at Chucklefish and Robotality shared their excitement and vision for the game:
“Witchbrook is the most exciting project I’ve ever worked on, and it’s been a long time coming, but I’m very eager to get the game in the hands of the players soon,” said Rodrigo Braz Monteiro. “I don’t think that the level of simulation and fidelity we’ve aimed for in this game is expected of any games short of AAA, and to see it realised in a pixel art indie game has been very satisfying to us. For now, we’re only sharing a small glimpse into a vast game, and I can’t wait for the community to see what’s coming over the next few months.“
Rosie Ball, Producer, highlighted the studio’s approach: “Embracing a 4-day work week and a firm no-crunch policy has been a huge part of realising our approach to game development – that the team feels valued, rested and supported. We know creativity flourishes in a healthy work environment, and we’re confident that the mindful and deliberate pace of Witchbrook delivers this experience to the players.“
“Witchbrook is our love letter to thoughtful living, the quiet magic of slow moments, and the connections we share with each other and the world around us,” added Steph Caskenette, Art Director. “Whether players are exploring solo or sharing in the adventure, we hope Witchbrook becomes a space to relax and make lasting memories.”
Key Features to Enchant You
- Magic Life Simulation: Attend Witchbrook College, learn spells, make friends, find romance.
- Charming World: Explore the seaside city of Mossport and surrounding woodlands.
- Deep Customisation: Personalise your character, cottage, and garden.
- Varied Activities: Crafting, foraging, seasonal events, market selling, and more.
- 4-Player Online Co-op: Experience magical academia with friends.
- Day One on Xbox Game Pass: Available at launch for subscribers.
Get Ready for Enrolment This Winter
With its charming pixel art, deep life-sim mechanics, online co-op, and the incredible news of a day one Game Pass launch, Witchbrook is shaping up to be a truly magical experience.
Keep an eye out for more details in the coming months ahead of its arrival on Xbox, PC, and Switch this Winter!
