Yacht Club Games has announced a new release window for Mina the Hollower, pushing the retro-style action-adventure platformer to spring 2026. The developer, known for Shovel Knight, initially planned a Halloween 2024 launch but delayed it to apply final polish and balancing. This latest postponement comes after the game missed its original release date.

The delay follows a pattern of careful refinement from the studio, which has built its reputation on meticulously crafted retro experiences. Mina the Hollower draws inspiration from classic Game Boy titles while incorporating modern design sensibilities. The game features a unique burrowing mechanic that sets it apart from typical platformers, allowing players to navigate underground passages and avoid surface threats.

Despite the setback, fans will get an early taste of the game through a limited-time demo launching on PS5 tomorrow, February 13 - Friday the 13th. This eerie timing adds a thematic touch to the preview, though the full release remains months away. The spring 2026 window gives Yacht Club additional time to perfect the experience, though it extends the wait for eager players who have been anticipating the title since its initial announcement.