The brilliant, chaotic minds behind the viral sensation Untitled Goose Game are back, and they’re trading in the pesky goose honks for something a little more cooperative. Melbourne-based developer House House, alongside publisher Panic, has dropped a brand-new release date trailer for their highly anticipated multiplayer adventure, Big Walk.
Even better news for Nintendo fans? The game has been officially locked in for the Nintendo Switch 2, and it’s hitting the next-gen hybrid console on August 4, 2026!
Check out everything we know so far about this gorgeous, communication-driven indie darling.
What is Big Walk?
If competitive, sweat-inducing multiplayer shooters have left you burnt out, Big Walk is the exact antidote you need. Described by the developers as a cooperative game about “teamwork and talking,” Big Walk drops you and a group of absurdly round, charming characters into a lush, wide-open island.
The goal? There isn’t a massive rush. It’s a hand-crafted, 10-to-15-hour adventure meant to be played from start to finish with friends. You’ll tackle cerebral puzzles, figure out how to navigate the terrain, and—most importantly—just hang out.
Watch the Release Date Trailer
The new trailer highlights the absolute joy of doing a whole lot of nothing (and a whole lot of everything) with your mates. From navigating vibrant, mysterious structures to literally stealing your friend’s binoculars and kicking them into the ocean, the trailer perfectly captures House House’s signature brand of effortless charm and lighthearted mischief.
Key Features We’re Excited For
- Proximity Voice Chat is King: The game relies heavily on a brilliant in-game chat system. Voices fade across distances, echo down corridors, and muffle through walls. (They even recommend not being in the same physical room as your real-life friends to get the full experience!).
- Hilarious Communication Tools: When voice chat cuts out or you find yourself separated, you can use binoculars, walkie-talkies, megaphones, laser pointers, whiteboards, or even a giant golden head to get your point across.
- Flail Those Arms! If all else fails, you can wave, point, or flail your character’s arms around wildly to communicate.
- Flexible Party Sizes & Crossplay: You can play as a focused duo or gather a massive crew of up to 12 players for absolute, beautiful chaos. Best of all, Big Walk supports full crossplay, meaning you can explore with friends on PC, Mac, and PS5 right from your Switch 2.
A Perfect Match for the Nintendo Switch 2
Big Walk is exactly the kind of game that showcases why we love Nintendo’s ecosystem. It thrives on community, accessible fun, and pure aesthetic joy. The fact that House House and Panic confirmed it as a cornerstone indie title for the Nintendo Switch 2 proves that the upcoming hardware is going to be a fantastic home for gorgeous, stylised indie worlds.
Mark your calendars, round up your gaming crew, and prepare to get thoroughly lost when Big Walk launches on August 4, 2026.
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