South of Midnight, the acclaimed game from Compulsion Games, is making its way to PS5 and Nintendo Switch 2 on March 31, 2026. Initially launched as an Xbox exclusive in April 2025, this game takes players to a fictionalized version of the American Deep South, showcasing a unique stop-motion inspired art style. The game follows Hazel, a character who transforms into a Weaver, tasked with mending broken spirits and confronting Southern folklore's intriguing and dangerous creatures. The upcoming release will feature the Weaver's Edition, which includes the base game, an artbook, an original soundtrack by Olivier Deriviere, and a comic book by Rob Guillory.
What is South of Midnight about?South of Midnight is an action-adventure game set in the Deep South, where players control Hazel as she explores a magical world, interacts with Southern folklore, and grapples with the complexities of her family's shared past. As a Weaver, she possesses abilities to mend both bonds and spirits in her quest for belonging and understanding.
Compulsion Games, known for their unique storytelling and artistic style, previously created the game We Happy Few, which blends survival elements in a dystopian setting. South of Midnight brings a new layer of engaging narrative and charm, appealing to fans of fantasy and folklore within the gaming community.
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It's cool to see Compulsion's distinct stop-motion vibe hitting more consoles; that art style is going to pop on the Switch 2. Hazel's journey through Southern folklore sounds like a fresh twist we don't see enough in games.
Nice to see more exclusives going multiplatform—it's a win for gamers everywhere. Compulsion's signature style should really shine on these new platforms.