The Wait is Over: Forgotlings Finally Has a Release Date

By Ryan Messina Gaming News
4 February 2026 no comments

Remember Forgotton Anne? If you played that gem, you know exactly why the silence around its spiritual successor has been so loud.

After a string of delays that pushed the launch all over the calendar, the wait is finally over. Forgotlings isn’t just a concept anymore; it’s hitting our screens in a matter of days.

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Finally Landing on PC

Throughline Games and Hitcents just confirmed the date. Forgotlings officially launches on February 17, 2026, for PC via Steam. Console players need to hold on a little longer—those versions are coming, but the date remains TBD. For PC gamers, it’s go-time.

The studio poured thousands of hand-drawn animation frames into this project, creating something that feels less like a video game and more like a living, breathing animated movie. You’re not just controlling a character; you’re directing a scene in real-time.

Fig’s Journey: The Mechanics

While the anime-inspired aesthetic grabs you, the gameplay loop keeps you there. This is a 2.5D semi-open world Metroidvania where you play as Fig, a sentient wooden posing doll trying to unite warring tribes of lost objects.

You aren’t stuck on a linear path. As captain of the ship Volare, you choose your destination. The game gives you agency:

• Stealth vs. Combat: Sneak past bandits or take them head-on.
• The INA Mini-game: Connect with NPCs by playing a popular in-world pastime called INA.
• Exploration: Expect backtracking, unlocking new movement abilities, and finding secrets tucked away in the corners of this “forgotten” world.

The atmosphere does a lot of the heavy lifting, featuring a score by the Theatre of Voices that adds a haunting layer to the visual charm.

The forgotten lands are vast and there is much to discover! Explore the forgotten lands in #forgotlings, coming out soon!#newgame #steamgame #indiegame pic.twitter.com/tbtQHWzO6R

— Throughline Games (@ThroughlineGame) January 23, 2026

Verdict: Animation Meets Action

If you appreciate games where art direction is king—think Gris or Cuphead—this looks like an instant classic. The blend of cinematic storytelling with actual Metroidvania mechanics (rather than just walking simulator elements) promises a deep experience.

The multiple delays suggest the developers took their time to polish the experience rather than rushing it out. With the release just around the corner, we’ll see if the gameplay matches the incredible visuals.

Will you be playing on Steam, or waiting for the console port?

Ryan Messina

A video game enthusiast ever since I first got my hands on a Game Boy. Over the years, I've played many different games across various genres, discovering hidden gems and niche titles along the way. I'm also passionate about technology, always up-to-date with the latest news and insight in the PC and Console market. Ready to share and bring you the latest news !