Sway State Games has unveiled Into a Hearth Yonder, a delightful creature-collecting MMO-lite featuring a vibrant art style, slated for PC release next year.

In Into a Hearth Yonder, players can venture solo or with friends through the enchanting world of Viteria, accompanied by automata—charming companions that enhance gameplay by boosting combat, farming, fishing, mining, and crafting. "We wanted to infuse player stats and skills into adorable, Tamagotchi-inspired automata," said Chris O'Kelly, head of Sway State. "Collecting and nurturing them brings joy, while they enrich your journey through Viteria, elevate your experience, and let you fully embrace your preferred playstyle."

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"Our goal was to create a cozy adventure where players can explore at their leisure, with ample opportunities for building, crafting, exploration, and magic," O'Kelly continued. "It’s a 'survival' experience with less hardship—just a relaxing, stress-free pace."

The development team behind Into a Hearth Yonder includes veterans from projects like Divinity: Original Sin, Dying Light 2, Harold Halibut, and Horizon: Call of the Mountain. You can wishlist Into a Hearth Yonder on Steam to stay updated.