The November Indie World Showcase has revealed the Nintendo Switch release date forBlanc, an adorable co-op adventure game. The title stands out from other upcoming indie games for its monochrome visuals and emotional narrative.Blancfollows the journey of a fawn and a wolf cub stranded in a snow storm. The young animals, each with unique abilities, assist each other in the frigid wilderness while trying to follow the tracks of their families. Two players must work in tandem to overcome various obstacles in the harsh landscape and bring the protagonists home. In June, a Nintendo Direct MinirevealedBlancfor the Nintendo Switch.RELATED:Binding of Isaac Creator Provides Details on Mewgenics, The Cat-Breeding SimAmong the more than 20 games highlighted during the NovemberIndie World Showcase,Blancwas one of the most highly anticipated. The segment spotlightingBlancbegins at 19:33 in the showcase. Developer Casus Ludi and publisher Gearbox Publishing will launchBlancon the Nintendo Switch as a console exclusive on August 03, 2025. Blanc is available for pre-order in the My Nintendo Store and Nintendo eShop.
The showcase included short clips of gameplay, featuring the fawn and wolf cub frolicking in the snow. The two collaborate to solve puzzles and help each other reach previously inaccessible areas in the wintery world. The segment also notes the game’s text-free storytelling and simple controls.
Since theBlancannouncement trailerwas shared this summer, indie game enthusiasts have expressed their excitement for the adventure game’s release. Players have been impressed byBlanc’s exceptional black-and-white art, which was first drawn by hand then translated into 3D. Others have drawn comparisons between the game and Disney’sThe Fox and the Hound, which also tells the tale of an unlikely friendship.
Fans of co-op games, like Hazelight Studios' award-winning platform adventureIt Takes Two, also look forward toBlanc’s launch. The title arrives at an opportune time: Valentine’s Day. Couples who game together may be eager to snag an atmospheric and emotional adventure sure to tug at their heartstrings. However, as Indie World Showcase viewers speculated online, players should be prepared to cry in case the fawn and wolf cub face a tragic fate. Players will have to wait to discover whetherBlanc’s ending will result in fuzzy feelings or tears.
Blanclaunches on PC and Nintendo Switch in February 2023.
