- The first Closed Beta Test runs from November 4th to 18th
- Enjoy activities like fishing, birdwatching, and cooking
- Adopt pets, customize your home, and design your character's outfits
Heartopia, XD Games' upcoming life simulation title announced just last month, is shaping up to be a promising addition to the genre. The global Closed Beta Test begins this November, offering an early opportunity to experience its cozy, pastel-hued world ahead of the full launch in 2026. Downloads open on November 3rd, with servers active from November 4th through the 18th.
Fans of Stardew Valley or the relaxed social vibes of Play Together will likely feel right at home here. Heartopia embraces that laid-back formula—forging small-town friendships, enjoying creative pastimes, savoring quiet days—and layers it with its own gentle rhythm. It's less focused on grinding progress bars and more about simply living in a world that moves at your own pace.
Your days unfold naturally. You might spend a morning fishing, then go birdwatching in the afternoon. You can work on building your dream home or take a leisurely stroll through town to chat with neighbors. There's no stamina meter or strict checklist to follow—you're free to do whatever feels right in the moment.
Every time you log in, the world feels fresh. Ten random neighbors appear per session, turning casual encounters into their own little stories. With over twenty breeds of cats and dogs to adopt, various hobbies to master, and more than a thousand clothing items to mix and match, there's always something new to discover. You're never pressured to rush, and that sense of freedom may be the game's greatest appeal.
Visually, Heartopia is shaping up to be quite striking. Its lush, soft, and detailed art style makes even simple moments feel special. For more titles with a similarly polished aesthetic, check out our roundup of the best-looking iOS games—though Heartopia seems poised to carve out its own uniquely peaceful niche among them.
Pre-registration is now live on the official Heartopia website, offering exclusive rewards for players who sign up before the game's global launch next year.
