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The Dark Queen of Mortholme is heading to Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S, developed by Mosu and published by Rhine Games. That’s the headline, and for fans who have been waiting on a console version, it’s a pretty big one.
| Platforms | Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S |
|---|---|
| Developer | Mosu |
| Publisher | Rhine Games |
| Official page | store.steampowered.com |
The news comes via Gematsu, which reported the console plans. The pitch has always been simple and a little wicked: you play the villain, not the hero. Seeing that idea reach the big three console families is a nice reminder that the “evil protagonist” hook still has plenty of pull.
The Dark Queen of Mortholme on consoles: platforms confirmed
Three platforms are confirmed, and it’s a full sweep: Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S. Nobody gets left out, which is how a console launch should look in 2026. Players on Nintendo’s hybrid system get a portable way to play, while PS5 and Xbox Series X|S owners get the home-console versions.
Mosu is credited as the developer and Rhine Games as the publisher. Rhine Games handling the console push suggests the project has real backing behind it, rather than being a quick afterthought port. We’d still like to see how each version actually runs before getting carried away, but the lineup is promising.
Why The Dark Queen of Mortholme is worth watching
Console libraries are crowded, and games like Sonic X Shadow Generations are already competing for the same attention. Standing out takes a strong identity, and playing the dark ruler is exactly that kind of identity. It’s a clear, memorable premise you can explain in one sentence, and that matters a lot when people scroll through store pages.
There’s also the simple fact that a lot of players only game on consoles. For them, this is the first real chance to try it, and it’s usually the moment a game finds a much bigger audience. If the experience holds up on controller and handheld, the Switch version could be especially interesting for anyone who likes this kind of adventure in short sessions.
- Developer: Mosu
- Publisher: Rhine Games
- Platforms: Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S
What we don’t know yet about The Dark Queen of Mortholme
The release date and price are not confirmed in the information we can verify, so we won’t guess at either. Once Rhine Games or Mosu lays out the full details, including store pages and any pre-order information, we’ll update this article.
The Dark Queen of Mortholme FAQ
When does The Dark Queen of Mortholme come out on consoles?
The release date has not been confirmed yet in the details we can verify. The game is confirmed for Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S.
How much is The Dark Queen of Mortholme?
The price has not been confirmed yet. We’ll update this page when Rhine Games shares pricing.
What platforms is The Dark Queen of Mortholme coming to?
It’s coming to Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S. Mosu developed the game and Rhine Games is the publisher.
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