Ever After’s Great Escape: A Thrilling Adventure in January 2026

Publisher HypeTrain Digital and developer Sleep Castle Studio have revealed the launch date for their upcoming RPG, Escape from Ever After, a game that draws inspiration from the beloved Paper Mario series.

Escape from Ever After is scheduled to debut on January 23rd, 2026, across various platforms including Windows PC (via Steam), Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, Switch, PS4, and PS5.

Let’s delve into the game’s premise and check out the latest trailer:

Embark on an adventure in Escape from Ever After, an RPG that pays homage to the classic Paper Mario titles, where characters from fairytales and storybooks unite to combat the forces of capitalism!

The Narrative

When the legendary fairytale hero, Flynt Buckler, storms the castle of his arch-nemesis, the evil dragon Tinder, he is met with a surprising sight—not a fearsome dragon, but a corporate office. The once menacing fortress has been transformed into the headquarters of Ever After Inc.™, a real-world conglomerate. Where is the dragon, and what has transpired?

It appears that storybooks present a lucrative market, attracting the attention of Ever After Inc., which aims to exploit the resources and labor within these fantastical tales. With Tinder’s Castle now a corporate hub, Ever After Inc. is on a mission to dominate every storybook realm. Forced to seek employment, Flynt Buckler teams up with his former foe, Tinder, to infiltrate the corporation and dismantle it from within!

Exploration

Immerse yourself in vibrant storybook worlds teeming with diverse characters, enchanting landscapes, and intriguing mysteries! From escaping Lovecraftian horrors while solving a noir-style murder to confronting twisted versions of The Three Little Pigs intent on destroying a fairytale forest for development, every moment offers new surprises!

Combat

Battle against quirky adversaries in dynamic turn-based gameplay! Masterful execution of action commands enables Flynt to defeat enemies with flair, while an array of items, badges, and allies ensure he always has a trick up his sleeve.

Key Features

• Engage in exciting, strategic battles that reward experimentation
• Customize and enhance your party with unique skills for each character
• Participate in office interactions, assist storybook colleagues, and personalize your workspace as you rise through the corporate ranks
• Discover expansive storybook realms filled with side quests, treasures, and hidden surprises
• Experience a lively and whimsical storyline where the only constant is change
• Enjoy a lively big-band soundtrack that sets the tone for your adventure