Aniimo, Pawprint Studio’s fresh open‑world creature‑catcher, is now available worldwide on PC and console platforms, marking its official launch day.
Launch Day Details
The free‑to‑play title dropped on September 16, 2026 for PC via Steam and the Epic Games Store, as well as for PlayStation 5, PS5 Pro, and Xbox Series X|S. Switch 2 users will have to wait for a future release.
At launch, Aniimo introduced cross‑play and cross‑progression, allowing players to link accounts and carry their journey across each supported device.
Game Features and Mechanics
Set on the sprawling continent of Idyll, players use Aniipods to capture and tame a wide variety of creatures. A signature “Twine” mechanic lets users bond with these beasts, morphing into them to unlock unique skills for combat and environmental puzzles.
Competitive play is built into the experience through Pathfinder duels and the PvPvE “Egg Heist” mode, which invites three‑player teams to engage in real‑time raids across the Lost Isles, echoing the dynamics of Arc Raiders and Marathon.
Mobile Launch & Pre‑Registration
While the initial release focuses on PC and consoles, the Android and iOS versions will follow on September 23. Players can now pre‑register the app on the Google Play Store and the Apple App Store to claim early access rewards.
Adopting a strategy similar to Pokémon and Palworld, Aniimo offers a dense roster of creatures and a sprawling environment that encourages exploration, capturing, and strategic combat.
Will you begin your adventure from your desktop or through a console? Check the launch trailer that Pawprint Studio released earlier today and decide where you’ll step into Idyll.
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