#New Platforms: Switch, Steam (PC), PlayStation

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Below is everything we know so far regarding the upcoming release of Hello Kitty Island Adventure on other platforms. (Thanks to Meeve for your endless HKIA knowledge and for the assist pulling this together!)

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Hello Kitty Island Adventure will debut

  • Jan 30 on Steam (Windows PC)
  • Jan 30 on Nintendo Switch (Timed Console Exclusive)
    • Mar 25 physical Deluxe Edition (only on Nintendo Switch)
  • 2025 [exact date TBA] PlayStation 5

Cost
Game versions will be priced the same on Nintendo/Steam:

  • 39.99 Regular
  • available in digital format
  • 59.99 Deluxe Edition
  • available in digital format for PC
  • available in digital or physical format on Switch
    prices are in USD, prices in other locales may vary
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Cross-Platform / Multiplayer Play

  • Cross-saves, save transfers, and cross-platform multiplayer will not be available.
  • Multiplayer isn’t required to advance through the game.
  • Split-screen or local multiplayer will not be available; two separate devices and an internet connection are required.
    • A Nintendo Online subscription is needed to play multiplayer on the Switch.
    • Online play is free through the Steam service.
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Switch Switch Details

Cost

  • Game versions will be priced the same on Nintendo/Steam: 39.99 Regular, 59.99 Deluxe (In USD, prices in other locales may vary)
  • There will be no microtransactions on ANY platform; this is a core tenet of Apple Arcade that Sunblink also believes strongly in
  • A Nintendo Online paid subscription will be required to play multiplayer (but isn’t required to progress through the game)

What’s included

  • Regular version (39.99 USD)
    • Available as a digital download
    • All 8 regions of Friendship Island
  • Deluxe Edition (59.99 USD)
    • Available in physical format for Deluxe Edition only or as a digital download
    • Deluxe Edition bundles aren’t available as a separate add-on - it isn’t possible to upgrade from the regular version to Deluxe Edition
    • All 8 regions of Friendship Island plus
    • Deluxe Event Bundle (one year of legacy clothing, furniture, and other cosmetics from events)
    • Deluxe Starter Bundle (friendship blossoms, friendship bouquets, island bouquets & strawberry crates)
    • Deluxe Crafting Bundle (dye, sticks, iron ore & rubber)

For more information

For additional details and to place your pre-order, visit https://www.nintendo.com/us/store/products/hello-kitty-island-adventure-switch/

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Steam PC (Steam) Details

Cost

  • Game versions will be priced the same on Nintendo/Steam: 39.99 Regular, 59.99 Deluxe (In USD, prices in other locales may vary)
  • There will be no microtransactions on ANY platform; this is a core tenet of Apple Arcade that Sunblink also believes strongly in
  • Online play is free through the Steam service

What’s included

  • Regular version (39.99 USD)
    • Available in digital format only
    • All 8 regions of Friendship Island
  • Deluxe Edition (59.99 USD)
    • Available in digital format only (there are no plans to offer a physical copy for PC)
    • All 8 regions of Friendship Island plus
    • Deluxe Event Bundle (one year of legacy clothing, furniture, and other cosmetics from events)
    • Deluxe Starter Bundle (friendship blossoms, friendship bouquets, island bouquets & strawberry crates)
    • Deluxe Crafting Bundle (dye, sticks, iron ore & rubber)

Compatibility

  • Windows users will be able to play HKIA via the Steam platform
    • See link below for minimum system requirements
  • Mac users will continue to use Apple Arcade

For more information

For additional details and to add HKIA to your wishlist, visit https://store.steampowered.com/app/2495100/Hello_Kitty_Island_Adventure/

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Playstation Details

  • Game is planned for release on PlayStation 5 in 2025, but specific date has not yet been announced.
  • No additional details have been announced regarding the game’s release on PlayStation.
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Future Updates & Events

  • There will be no microtransactions on ANY platform; this is a core tenet of Apple Arcade that Sunblink also believes strongly in
  • “We intend for all content to be available on all platforms, eventually, though release schedules will differ due to various platform and production constraints”
  • Additional content on PC/Console will be provided via free updates and, potentially, paid DLC
  • Players on all platforms will experience events simultaneously
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Discord Updates

  • HKIA Discord has been updated to accommodate players on the new platforms:
    • to reduce spoilers for players on the new platforms
    • to enable players to easily connect with each other for multiplayer gameplay

Missing Channels?

  • Select your platform from the Customize tab of id:customize to gain access to the Discord channels for your platform, then go to All Channels tab to select the channels you want to follow
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