Winter Burrow, the cozy woodland survival game from Pine Creek Games and publisher Noodlecake, is officially set to launch on November 12, 2025. The title will be available on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, and PC via Steam and Microsoft Store, and will also debut on Xbox Game Pass.
In Winter Burrow, players take on the role of a city mouse returning to its childhood home, only to find the burrow in ruins. The gameplay blends survival elements with cozy mechanics: gathering resources, crafting tools, and braving natural hazards are balanced by peaceful activities like knitting sweaters, baking pies, and decorating your woodland shelter.
What makes Winter Burrow stand out is its dual identity: on one hand, it is a survival game with environmental threats and resource management; on the other, it offers the warm, relaxing loop of cozy life-sims. For players overwhelmed by constant action-heavy titles, this approach provides a refreshing change of pace. Being part of Game Pass ensures a broad reach, giving players the chance to try the game without extra cost.
This release highlights a growing trend in the industry: survival games that prioritize atmosphere, emotional storytelling, and self-expression over raw difficulty. With its hand-crafted aesthetic and heartwarming premise, the game is shaping up to be a standout release this fall.
