Pixelated Zelda-like Mina the Hollower lands its “final” release date
Yacht Club Games has officially announced the release date for Mina the Hollower, arriving on May 29th across Nintendo Switch, Switch 2, PC, Mac, Linux, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S. The indie action adventure will retail for $19.99, positioning it as an affordable entry point for players interested in the studio’s return to original IP.
Mina the Hollower represents a significant moment for Yacht Club Games, coming four years after their last release and twelve years since the launch of Shovel Knight. During this period, the studio’s output has been entirely focused on Shovel Knight through expansions and spin-offs. The announcement of Mina the Hollower in 2022 marked a pivot toward new creative territory, though the game subsequently experienced an indefinite delay before this confirmed release window.
The game is described as a Zelda-like top-down adventure that draws inspiration from Game Boy Color titles, blending classic sensibilities with modern design. Industry observers view the release as a potential “make-or-break” moment for the developer, as such a lengthy absence from the market combined with an entire development cycle dedicated to a single new IP means the game’s reception could significantly impact the studio’s trajectory and future projects.