Aniplex today announced that HYKE:Northern Light(s), a new joint project with Akatsuki Games Inc., will launch for $27.99USD on Steam, Nintendo Switch, and PlayStation5 on Thursday, September 18, 2025 at 6pm PDT / September 19, 2025,10am JST. Planned and produced by Akatsuki Games, developed by Blast Edge Games Inc., the title is jointly published by Aniplex Inc. and Akatsuki Games Inc. To celebrate the launch in September, Aniplex will be releasing various updates and new content via its official social channels, including a character introduction trailer featuring the game’s protagonist, Hyke.
Witches, Camping, and an Adventure Across the World! In a world devastated by the war between humans and witches, Hyke, a white-haired girl, follows in her mother's footsteps, a witch, and continues her journey around the world. Eventually, as she enters unexplored lands known as the “Forbidden Areas,” Hyke's destiny is set in motion when she encounters the witches known as “Meteos,” who guard the Forbidden Areas.
Key Features:
- Pixel art with stunning details: Beautiful, vibrant 2D-pixel graphics that bring the world to life.
- Charming witches: Cute, powerful, and unique witches lead players through an exciting adventure.
- Diverse gameplay: Play as unique characters, each offering a unique experience and allowing various strategies to conquer different stages.
- Relaxing camp life: Take breaks at camp to rest, sort through gear, and personalize the campsite!
- Cooking buffs: Prepare meals at camp to gain buffs for the next stage.