Moomintroll: Winter&s;s Warmth

Moomintroll: Winter&s;s Warmth

April 27, 2026

Critic Score

80.3

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Critic Reviews (35)

Alex Kidman Digitally Downloaded Apr 2026
100.0 /100

Graphics

95.0

Gameplay

80.0

Story

92.0

"Still, it’s beautifully produced and absolutely in line with the way that Jansson’s Moomin works ran. They’ve always left me wanting more, and I can’t wait until the next Moomin game comes my way."

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Anna Monti Checkpoint Gaming Apr 2026
75.0 /100

Graphics

85.0

Gameplay

78.0

Story

72.0

"Moomintroll: Winter’s Warmth is a heartfelt adventure that understands the magic of its storybook world. Jansson’s childhood series is rendered with such love and care that I quickly fell in love with the Moominverse. Hyper Games has very clearly treated …"

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Aran Suddi TheSixthAxis Apr 2026
80.0 /100

Graphics

85.0

Gameplay

70.0

Story

65.0

"Moomintroll: Winter&s;s Warmth is a lovely game. There are some fun quests to undertake in locations that have been designed well, with the added bonus of cutting paths through the snow."

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Asura Kagawa GamesCreed Apr 2026
73.0 /100

Graphics

70.0

Gameplay

65.0

Story

80.0

"Moomintroll: Winter&s;s Warmth is successful in the end, not because it is complicated, but because its mood and message are always the same. It is a quiet, introspective trip through a winter that you are not meant to avoid, but …"

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Becca Smith Six One Indie Apr 2026
90.0 /100

Graphics

87.0

Gameplay

93.0

Story

94.0

"I absolutely could not wait to play Moomintroll: Winter’s Warmth, and I wasn’t disappointed. The Moomin characters are already full of adorable charm that you can’t help but fall in love with them in a game setting, too. And getting …"

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Bobby Pashalidis Console Creatures Apr 2026
80.0 /100

"Moomintroll: Winter&s;s Warmth is the coziest game I&s;ve played so far this year, and it never outstays its welcome by offering a short, sweet experience. It&s;s beautifully crafted and evokes complex emotions you&s;ll feel because of its incredible, likable characters. …"

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89.0 /100

Graphics

75.0

Gameplay

80.0

Story

90.0

"I loved Moomintroll: Winter&s;s Warmth – it was mechanically less intriguing than its predecessor, but it offered a more interesting and in-depth narrative, a great digital portrait of the book that inspired it."

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Carrie Lambertsen Screen Rant Apr 2026
80.0 /100

Graphics

70.0

Gameplay

75.0

Story

80.0

"Moomintroll: Winter&s;s Warmth - The Cozy Game That&s;s Freezing Out Spring"

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Felipe Jungstedt GameBlast Apr 2026
95.0 /100

Graphics

93.0

Gameplay

94.0

Story

96.0

"Excellence in gameplay, meticulous care in visuals and strong bonds of friendship in emotional core build up a masterpiece of an adventure. Pacing is tight and the metroidvania elements are well placed, but it&s;s the construction of a found family …"

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Ina Luna Gundersen Nerdelandslaget Apr 2026
58.0 /100

Graphics

70.0

Gameplay

45.0

Story

63.0

"Moomintroll: Winter&s;s Warmth is a strikingly beautiful game. It suffers from insufferable hand-holding and forgettable dialogue, but the main problem is the release date. Much of the game revolves around shoveling snow, and right now there&s;s nothing I want less …"

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Ivanir Ignacchitti Hardcore Gamer Apr 2026
70.0 /100

Graphics

55.0

Gameplay

65.0

Story

85.0

"Hyper Games explores the world of the Moomin again in Moomintroll: Winter&s;s Warmth."

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Jaime Tugayev DualShockers Apr 2026
80.0 /100

Graphics

65.0

Gameplay

70.0

Story

80.0

"Moomintroll: Winter&s;s Warmth does what it came to do: criticize the injustice of winter existing at all. The game makes you reflect on existential dread, dedications to your partner, chores, and the adorableness of life as a whole. Some controls …"

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Jean Azevedo República DG Apr 2026
68.0 /100

Graphics

45.0

Gameplay

38.0

Story

62.0

"Moomintroll: Winter Warmth is a cozy adventure that occasionally leans into repetition, but it delivers meaningful lessons about coexistence, privilege, friendship, and much more."

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João Canelo Echo Boomer Apr 2026
75.0 /100

Graphics

85.0

Gameplay

70.0

Story

75.0

"After the success of Snufkin: Melody of Moominvalley, Hyper Games returns to the world of the Moomins, this time with a winter adventure in which Moomintroll is tasked with calling forth spring while completing side activities that are not always …"

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Jolien Mauritsz Gameliner Apr 2026
70.0 /100

Graphics

68.0

Gameplay

72.0

Story

63.0

"Moomintroll: Winter’s Warmth is a charming and atmospheric cozy adventure that fits right into the warm, dreamy world of the Moomins."

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Joonatan Itkonen Region Free Apr 2026
90.0 /100

Graphics

70.0

Gameplay

65.0

Story

90.0

"Winter&s;s Warmth is a quintessential addition to the library of any Moomin fan, and a wonderful introduction to new ones."

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80.0 /100

Graphics

78.0

Gameplay

76.0

Story

74.0

"Moomintroll: Winter&s;s Warmth is a lovely, peaceful, and very well-crafted sequel that retains the charm of the original. Still, it dares to expand on its formula with more exploration, more interaction with the setting, and a slightly looser structure. If …"

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Justin Nation Nindie Spotlight Apr 2026
82.0 /100

Graphics

75.0

Gameplay

65.0

Story

80.0

"A very pleasant and charming family-friendly adventure with plenty of heart"

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Kaitlyn Peterson TheGamer Apr 2026
80.0 /100

Graphics

75.0

Gameplay

65.0

Story

55.0

"Aside from those infrequent technical issues, this is a smooth, comforting, and narratively rich experience. Moomintroll: Winter’s Warmth&s;s balance of warmth and depth is everything I want from a cozy game in the modern era. I can already anticipate that …"

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Kate Harrold GAMINGbible Apr 2026
90.0 /100

Graphics

95.0

Gameplay

85.0

Story

92.0

"If you’re looking for low-stakes escapism, Moomintroll: Winter&s;s Warmth is an easy recommendation. It’s everything you could want in a cosy game, blending just enough player agency with what is, without a doubt, an incredibly relaxing and playful experience."

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Kate Sanchez But Why Tho? Apr 2026
85.0 /100

Graphics

70.0

Gameplay

75.0

Story

90.0

"Moomintroll: Winter’s Warmth is about how small acts of kindness can drive out the cold and the fear that comes with it. It’s about opening your door and asking someone how you can help. While Moomin starts the game as …"

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Kim Snaith GameSpew Apr 2026
90.0 /100

"Free of challenge and peril, Moomintroll: Winter&s;s Warmth is a cosy hug of a game; the type of thing you play when you need to destress and escape into a new world. Whether or not you&s;re an existing Moomin fan, …"

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Leonardo Faria WayTooManyGames Apr 2026
75.0 /100

Graphics

65.0

Gameplay

70.0

Story

80.0

"Even if the prospect of wanting to play a game about shoveling snow and dealing with the darkness of winter might not be the most interesting idea in April and May, Moomintroll: Winter’s Warmth is a pretty game with an …"

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Lyle Pendle Loot Level Chill Apr 2026
85.0 /100

Graphics

70.0

Gameplay

80.0

Story

90.0

"Moomintroll: Winter&s;s Warmth is like a cosy hug and a kiss on the head after a tough day, with gorgeous visuals and excessive charm."

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Lynne Newey LadiesGamers.com Apr 2026
80.0 /100

Graphics

75.0

Gameplay

80.0

Story

65.0

"Moomintroll: Winter’s Warmth is a heart-warming and enchanting story of courage and helping others, set in the wintry lands of Moominvalley. The artwork is beautiful, and the script was very funny in places. There are some scenes which were scarier …"

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MariaRosaria Cozzolino STWGames Italia Apr 2026
80.0 /100

"Moomintroll: Winter&s;s Warmth is a charming game that is sure to win the hearts of all Moomin fans, as well as anyone simply looking for a cosy, heart-warming game to take a break from the daily grind. Although it retains …"

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Mary Billington Video Chums Apr 2026
81.0 /100

"Moomintroll: Winter&s;s Warmth is an adorable and nostalgic tale of how unforgiving deep winter can be but how with friends, you can make the most of it until spring comes around. 🧣"

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Matt Murray So Many Games Apr 2026
70.0 /100

Graphics

65.0

Gameplay

75.0

Story

80.0

"It’s impossible to have a bad time playing Moomintroll: Winter’s Warmth. Gorgeous artwork coupled with high-quality writing makes it genuinely feel like a storybook made interactive, without leaning too far in and making it incomprehensible to Moomin neophytes. It’s not …"

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Nicola Kapron COGconnected Apr 2026
83.0 /100

Graphics

78.0

Gameplay

82.0

Story

86.0

"All in all, Moomintroll: Winter’s Warmth is a lovely exploration of a side of Moominvalley that fans rarely get to see. I had fun leading Moomintroll through the snow. Existing fans and new ones will have a great time with …"

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Petri Kataja KonsoliFIN Apr 2026
80.0 /100

"The new Moomin adventure offers a warm and gentle journey through a beautifully snow‑covered Moominvalley. Its cozy atmosphere, charming characters and serene winter landscapes create a relaxing experience that captures the spirit of Tove Jansson’s world. Light gameplay and a …"

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Soojin Kim INVEN Apr 2026
82.0 /100

Graphics

65.0

Gameplay

75.0

Story

90.0

"Moomintroll: Winter’s Warmth is a cozy game that feels like stepping into a beautifully edited storybook. Its gentle atmosphere makes it perfect for families to enjoy together, while themes of friendship and growth blend naturally with light interactive elements, creating …"

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Spencer Legacy MonsterVine Apr 2026
80.0 /100

Graphics

65.0

Gameplay

75.0

Story

80.0

"Moomintroll: Winter&s;s Warmth is a comfy and surprisingly mature adventure game that combines the satisfaction of exploration with a cast of weird but likable characters. The fetch quests get to be a bit much by the end of the eight-or-so-hour …"

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Stephanie Liu Siliconera Apr 2026
70.0 /100

Graphics

65.0

Gameplay

70.0

Story

75.0

"A cute and cozy adventure with surprisingly dark moments at times. It&s;s heavily based on Moominland Midwinter, but the game is enjoyable even without knowledge of the original work or series. PC version reviewed. Review copy provided by company for …"

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Toby Andersen FingerGuns Apr 2026
80.0 /100

Graphics

78.0

Gameplay

72.0

Story

84.0

"A magical and charming adventure into a Moominvalley transformed by the elements, Moomintroll: Winter’s Warmth puts Moomin at the fore in a whimsical story that always respects its source material. Subtle realignment of gameplay to suit Moomin and a continuation …"

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Vikki McGowan Gamer Social Club Apr 2026
85.0 /100

Graphics

90.0

Gameplay

75.0

Story

85.0

"Moomintroll: Winter’s Warmth is another charming trip into the world of Moominvalley, this time telling a slightly more wistful story about loneliness, resilience and finding friendship even when times are tough. A masterclass in cosy game design, serving as a …"

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