Overview
Moomin: Midsummer Madness is a point-and-click adventure from developer Crossbridge Game Studios, published by Shochiku and released on November 11, 2026. It draws on Tove Jansson's Nordic fantasy novel Moominsummer Madness, placing players in the roles of Moomin troll and Little My as they wander a strange old theatre caught in a great flood.
The game sits in the Adventure, Casual, and Indie genres, and its Steam tags lean toward story-rich, hand-drawn, family-friendly territory. That combination suggests a gentle, narrative-first experience rather than a demanding one.
Highlights
- Hand-painted backdrops inspired by Tove Jansson's original artistry, with chapters full of small details for attentive Moomin fans.
- Light puzzles and mini-games woven through each chapter, keeping the pace whimsical rather than punishing.
- Full controller support, including DualShock controllers, alongside single-player play and Steam Achievements.
Who It's For
This one is aimed at families and players who prefer a cozy, story-led adventure over reflex challenges. Fans of the Moomin books will find familiar faces and a setting pulled straight from Jansson's writing, while newcomers can enjoy the theatre-in-a-flood premise on its own terms. The point-and-click structure and light puzzle design make it approachable for younger players and for anyone looking for a relaxed evening of exploration.
Game Info
- Developer: Crossbridge Game Studios
- Publisher: Shochiku
- Release date: November 11, 2026
- Genres: Adventure, Casual, Indie
- Languages: English, French, German, Spanish (Spain), Swedish, Finnish, Russian, Japanese, Korean, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, Portuguese (Brazil)
- Steam features: Single-player, Steam Achievements, Full controller support, DualShock Controller Support
Pricing and current user reception can be checked on the latest Steam listing.
