What is Animula Nook?

Animula Nook is a free-to-play miniature-world life simulation game in development by LilliLandia Games, published under Tencent Games. Players shrink down and reimagine an ordinary desk as a tiny world called Minietopia, where they build homes, grow crops, befriend residents called Minies and explore.

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Is there a release date?

No. As of August 2026, no release date, window or year has been announced. The Steam page lists the release date as "To be announced."

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Can you play now?

No. The first overseas PC Alpha closed on March 30, 2026, and all test data was wiped. No public build is currently available.

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What platforms is it on?

Animula Nook is confirmed for PC (Steam and Epic Games Store), Mac, Nintendo Switch 2 and PlayStation 5. Xbox and mobile versions are not confirmed.

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Is it free to play?

Yes. Steam and PlayStation list the game as free-to-play with optional in-game purchases. What will be sold, prices and whether purchases affect progression have not been announced.

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How many people have pre-registered?

The developer confirmed over 10 million pre-registrations in the July 6, 2026 mid-year dev update.

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What is the next event?

Gamescom 2026 in Cologne, August 26–30. Animula Nook will have a booth at Hall 08.1, Space A-051-B-050.

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Is this an official site?

No. Animula Nook Guide is an independent fan site, not affiliated with LilliLandia Games or Tencent Games. All content is sourced from official channels and labeled with verification dates.

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What Is Animula Nook?Animula Nook is a free-to-play miniature-world life simulation game in development by LilliLandia Games. Official descriptions center on building, farming, exploration, clothing, music and life with residents called Minies. It is not publicly playable now, and its final release date remains unannounced.Release Date & StatusAs of July 22, 2026, Animula Nook has no announced release date and is not publicly playable. Steam and PlayStation both show the game as unreleased. The first overseas Alpha ended on March 30, 2026, and the date and access rules for the next test have not been announced.Platforms & RegionsAnimula Nook has official Steam and PlayStation store pages. Tencent says PC, PS5 and Switch 2 versions are planned, with macOS support also planned. Xbox and global mobile versions are not confirmed. Chinese regulatory approval does not mean a China build, WeGame client or regional test is currently live.Next Test & RegistrationA next Animula Nook test is planned, but its date, regions, platforms and access rules have not been announced. You cannot use the closed Alpha client or its old keys to play now. The safe actions are to use the official website, wishlist the verified store pages and wait for a first-party test notice.