TomorrowHead Studio announces 2026 launch window for WILL: Follow The Light and Open Playtest starting 19 December
Unreal Engine 5 narrative adventure WILL: Follow the Light will launch simultaneously for PC, PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S in first half of 2026
Spokane, WA, USA – 8 December, 2025 – International independent game developer TomorrowHead Studio today confirmed the launch window for its highly anticipated Unreal Engine 5 narrative adventure, WILL: Follow The Light, announcing it will arrive on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S simultaneously in the first half of 2026.
TomorrowHead Studio also announced a new PC-exclusive open playtest featuring the game's first 40-60 minutes of gameplay launching on 19 December. Players can register now for the WILL: Follow The Light Open Playtest via the button on the game's Steam page.
Ahead of the Open Playtest's launch, players can watch the first 19 minutes of gameplay from the Open Playtest on IGN.com and the IGN YouTube channel.
About WILL: Follow The Light
WILL: Follow The Light is a story-driven, first-person adventure puzzle game about a perilous personal journey through the harsh northern latitudes. Players assume the role of Will, a lighthouse keeper on a remote island in the northern seas , whose routine is shattered when an unexpected radio message reveals a sudden disaster has struck his hometown and his only son is missing. Determined to find him, Will sets out on a journey aboard his sailing yacht, "Molly".
Key Features of WILL: Follow The Light:
- A stunning northern wilderness – Breathtaking northern landscapes on land and sea, brought to life in Unreal Engine 5.
- Deep exploration and traversal systems – Realistic sailing and dog sledding mechanics allow players to explore a vast world. The game blends classic walking-sim gameplay with puzzles, set-piece moments, and lifelike traversal systems on sea and on land.
- A story of fathers and sons – A compelling narrative adventure in a mysterious setting, with puzzles, secrets, and revelations in every chapter. To find peace and reunite with his family, Will must sail across endless waters, face numerous challenges, and ultimately discover himself.
- Challenging puzzles and challenges – Players will solve puzzles rooted in real life, chart their path using an authentic weather station and lifelike navigation system, and traverse snowy trails by dog sled in search of answers.
- A cinematic adventure – Experience Will's story through narration and environmental storytelling.
- Original soundtrack – An atmospheric blend of experimental textures and unique instruments, seamlessly weaving character themes into the world's musical narrative.
"We're excited to share a launch window for WILL: Follow The Light and to give players a chance to play the game with the Open Playtest," said Roman Novikov, Founder and Game Director at TomorrowHead Studio. "In recent months we completed a series of closed playtests with more than 500 players to refine and perfect the Open Playtest and final game. We couldn't have made it this far without our community's feedback. We're into the final stretch now, and we hope players will enjoy trying the game ahead of launch next year."
Players can sign up for the WILL: Follow The Light Open Playtest on Steam now and wishlist the game. PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S store pages will launch in 2026.
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About TomorrowHead Studio
Headquartered in Spokane, Washington, TomorrowHead Studio is an independent, self-funded, and self-publishing game developer. Driven by a passion for travel, the team aims to share that enthusiasm with players by sending them on journeys to explore new places and worlds. With a strong background in CGI, they are eager to deliver realistic visuals and unique adventures, fully immersing players in the narratives they create.
