Level Headed Games, the new studio led by longtime industry veteran Leah Hoyer, has officially announced Whimpact!, a vibrant co-op arena party game that blends creature collection with chaotic multiplayer action. Revealed alongside its debut trailer, Whimpact! brings together the imaginative companionship of Pokémon with the joyful, unpredictable arenas of Fall Guys, all wrapped in a family-friendly world built around cooperation and care.
A World Where Caring Is a Superpower
Set in the whimsical land of Whimpact!, players team up with magical creatures known as Whims’ adorable companions that grow stronger through care and attention. But unlike traditional creature-collectors, the twist here is that the Whims empower the player rather than fighting on their behalf. Each Whim grants special abilities, from boosted speed to higher jumps, damage resistance, magnetization, and more.
With two Whims equipped at once and on-the-fly swapping from your pack, players can experiment with builds and playstyles while mastering arena challenges.
Eight-Player Co-Op Arena Missions
Whimpact! features cooperative arena play for up to eight players, who work together in high-energy “extreme egg hunts” to reclaim lost Starcane energy and push back robotic invaders threatening their world. Using whimsical weapons, yes, including a watermelon saber, teams battle enemies, gather rare Starcane bundles, and race against the clock to rack up points for better rewards.
Players can tackle arenas solo or team up, but cooperation is key: the more teammates share abilities and coordinate Whim powers, the higher the team’s chances of success.
Collect, Decorate, and Grow Your Whims
Whimpact! features a broad range of customization and progression systems. Players can collect seven color variants and six power types of Whims, all of which can be nurtured at home for faster leveling. A customizable Home Tile lets you decorate your space while unlocking benefits for your companions, and characters can be dressed up with cosmetics earned through play.
Whether focusing on collection, co-op challenges, or pure chaos, Whimpact! aims to offer a welcoming multiplayer experience where teamwork and creativity shine.
A Game Saved and Revived by Its Creator
Whimpact! has had an unusual journey to launch. Originally developed during Leah Hoyer’s time as GM and VP of Creative at Wizards of the Coast, the project was shelved following the closure of a new internal studio. Hoyer then negotiated to acquire the rights to finish and release the game independently, assembling a global team to see the project through to completion.
With more than two decades of experience across Disney, Xbox, Telltale Games, Bungie, and more, Hoyer leads Level Headed Games into its debut release with Whimpact! as its flagship title.
Wishlist Now Ahead of Early Access Launch
Whimpact! is planned for an upcoming Early Access release. Players can wishlist the game on Steam to stay updated.
