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HoYoverse Petit Planet release schedule and features

Overview

HoYoverse has announced a release preview program for its upcoming slow-life game, Petit Planet, which is scheduled to broadcast on November 1 via official YouTube and X channels. The program aims to introduce gameplay elements such as planetary customization, crop cultivation, fishing, and social interactions. Following the preview announcement, the developer confirmed that Petit Planet will officially release on December 4, 2026, for PC, iOS, and Android. The PC version is scheduled to debut on the Epic Games Store and via a dedicated client, featuring cross-play capabilities. Pre-downloads are expected to begin on December 1, following a final beta test that concluded on October 19, 2026. As of the latest updates, pre-registrations for the title have surpassed 10 million users globally.

As a free-to-play title with in-app purchases, Petit Planet allows players to shape terrain, coastlines, and skies while decorating homes. Gameplay includes relaxing activities such as cooking and bug catching. Players act as Planet Tenders, managing personal planets by planting Luca Seeds that grow into Luca Arbors to shape the environment, seasons, and ecosystem. A social hub named the Galactic Bazaar, or Star Market, will enable players to interact, exchange items, and engage in multiplayer activities.

During the Media Tour 2026 in Seoul, held from November 3 to 5, lead game designer Murphy and lead artist Yinli discussed the game’s core mechanics and inspirations. While acknowledging influences from the Animal Crossing series, developers highlighted unique features such as AI-driven NPCs with memory systems that react to player behavior. Additionally, a version for the Nintendo Switch 2 is reportedly planned or being considered for a 2027 release.

Entities

HoYoverse · Petit Planet · Nintendo · Epic Games Store · Google Play

Timeline

  1. [TECHNOLOGY] 2 sources
    HoYoverse announces Petit Planet release details

    HoYoverse will release its new cozy life simulator, Petit Planet, on PC and mobile in December 2026, with a Nintendo Switch 2 version arriving in 2027.

  2. [TECHNOLOGY] 2 sources
    HoYoverse hosts Media Tour 2026 in Seoul to showcase upcoming titles

    At the HoYoverse Media Tour 2026 in Seoul, the company previewed its upcoming life simulation game “Petit Planet” and the 2027 title “Honkai: Nexus Anima.”

  3. [TECHNOLOGY] 9 sources
    HoYoverse reveals details for new life simulation game Petit Planet

    HoYoverse has unveiled details for Petit Planet, a life simulation game launching December 4, 2026, featuring AI NPCs and planetary exploration.

  4. [TECHNOLOGY] 2 sources
    HoYoverse announces Petit Planet release dates and platforms

    HoYoverse announced that its life simulator Petit Planet will launch on PC and mobile on December 4, 2026, followed by a 2027 release on Nintendo Switch 2.

  5. [TECHNOLOGY] 26 sources
    HoYoverse announces Petit Planet release date and Switch 2 launch

    HoYoverse will launch its cozy life sim Petit Planet on PC and mobile on December 4, 2026, with a Nintendo Switch 2 version planned for 2027.

  6. [TECHNOLOGY] 11 sources
    HoYoverse announces Petit Planet release date

    HoYoverse will release its new life-simulation game, Petit Planet, on December 4, 2026, for PC, iOS, and Android.

  7. [TECHNOLOGY] 4 sources
    HoYoverse announces Petit Planet release preview program

    HoYoverse will host a preview program on November 1 for its upcoming slow-life game, Petit Planet, ahead of its winter 2026 release.

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