Heartopia Brings Cosy Life Sim Magic to PC and Mobile in 2026

First look at XD Games ' relaxing town-builder with fishing, gardening, cat care, and more

• Heartopia launches worldwide in 2026 on PC and mobile.

• Six core hobbies: Fishing, Gardening, Cat Care, Bug Catching, Birdwatching, and Cooking.

• Playable at Tokyo Game Show 2025, featuring a cosplay contest and plushy raffle.

A First Look at Heartopia

XD Games has unveiled Heartopia , a charming new life simulation game launching worldwide on PC and mobile in 2026.

Players step into the role of a town developer guided by a mysterious Star Spirit, exploring a blissful island filled with stories to uncover. The game combines cosy everyday activities with deep customization options, allowing players to decorate homes, design outfits, and even bring their creativity to life with User Generated Content (UGC).

Six Core Hobbies for Relaxation

At the heart of Heartopia are six core hobbies designed to help players unwind:

• Fishing

• Gardening

• Cat Care

• Bug Catching

• Birdwatching

• Cooking

As players explore the game's seamless open world, they'll unlock new encyclopedia entries and earn better rewards by engaging with their chosen hobbies.

Gameplay Video Highlights

XD Games released a new gameplay video showcasing the game's serene and laid-back vibe. Presented in a vlog-style format, the footage shows a rainy day in town, complete with shopping, cooking for friends, and bonding with both a cat and a dog companion.

Heartopia at Tokyo Game Show 2025

Heartopia will be playable at Tokyo Game Show 2025, running from September 25–28 in Japan. Visitors to Hall 2 (02-C07) can try out the game and join in special booth events, including:

• Cosplay contest with cash prizes

• Heartopia plushy raffle

Media attendees can request more details at the reception area by asking for Finn.

About XD Games

Founded in 2003, XD Games is a global developer and publisher with over 50 million monthly active users worldwide. Beyond developing hit games, XD also operates TapTap, a mobile games community and app store with more than 44 million monthly users.

XD's mission is to create heartfelt, high-quality gaming experiences that resonate with players across the globe.

This story was originally reported by GameDaily on Sep 14, 2025, where it first appeared in the Games section. Add GameDaily as a Preferred Source by clicking here.