Waltz and Jam Launches December 3 on PS5, Switch 2, and PC

KRAFTON and Flyway Games have confirmed that Waltz and Jam will launch worldwide on December 3, 2026, for PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch 2, and PC via Steam.

The hand-drawn action-adventure platformer follows Waltz, a spirit who awakens in the afterlife without his memories, and Jam, a loyal puppy with the ability to transform into different shapes.

Together, they must navigate seven unusual worlds, solve environmental puzzles, battle enemies, and uncover the secrets of a mysterious place called Downtown.

The release date and console versions were revealed during The Triple-i Initiative showcase on October 9, alongside a new trailer. A playable demo is also available on Steam, giving players an early look at the duo's adventure.

A Lost Soul and His Puppy Explore the Afterlife

The story begins when Waltz awakens in Downtown, an unfamiliar afterlife where he has no memory of his previous existence.

Waiting for him is Jam, a friendly spirit puppy who becomes his companion throughout the journey.

Their objective is to collect seven stamps and complete the requirements needed to reach the Gate of Judgement, which offers a path out of Downtown.

Each stamp is tied to a different trial, sending the pair through environments inspired by the Seven Deadly Sins.

Rather than presenting a conventional depiction of the afterlife, Flyway Games has created a colorful world that mixes playful character designs with unsettling locations and unusual creatures.

The game's illustrated presentation gives Downtown the appearance of an interactive storybook, even as Waltz and Jam encounter increasingly dangerous obstacles.

Jam's Transformations Are Central to Gameplay

One of the game's main mechanics is the partnership between Waltz and Jam.

Waltz can collect toys left behind by legendary craftsmen, gaining new abilities that help him interact with the environment and confront enemies.

Jam, meanwhile, can transform into different objects to help Waltz overcome obstacles.

Two of his confirmed transformations include a bouncing water ball and a trampoline.

The water ball helps the pair cross gaps, while the trampoline allows Waltz to reach elevated platforms and otherwise inaccessible areas.

Players will need to combine these abilities with Waltz's tools to solve puzzles and discover new routes through Downtown.

The same partnership also extends into combat, where the duo must confront enemies and learn boss attack patterns to survive.

Although the mechanics revolve around two characters working together, Waltz and Jam is a single-player game, not a two-player co-op adventure.

Seven Chapters Inspired by the Seven Deadly Sins

Downtown is divided into seven chapters, each drawing inspiration from one of the Seven Deadly Sins.

Every chapter introduces its own atmosphere, puzzles, enemies, and major encounters.

The environments range from chaotic restaurants to castles shaped by light and shadow, along with vast desert landscapes.

These settings are designed to offer more than visual variety. Each area introduces different mechanics and challenges, encouraging players to experiment with the abilities they have collected.

Flyway Games has also emphasized environmental exploration, with hidden secrets and interconnected areas scattered throughout the adventure.

As Waltz and Jam progress, they gain additional tools and transformations that allow them to approach obstacles in new ways.

Boss Battles Put Both Characters' Abilities to the Test

Each of Downtown's seven worlds concludes with a major boss encounter.

These enemies embody the sins associated with their respective chapters, giving each battle its own visual identity and mechanics.

Players will need to study attack patterns, identify openings, and combine Waltz's toys with Jam's transformations to overcome these encounters.

Environmental objects can also play a role in combat, encouraging players to use their surroundings rather than relying on attacks alone.

Defeating each boss earns another stamp toward Waltz's journey to Uptown.

Waltz and Jam Release Date and Platforms

Waltz and Jam Has a Free Steam Demo

Players interested in trying the game before its December release can download the free demo on Steam.

The demo provides an early introduction to Downtown, including its environmental puzzles and the mechanics built around Waltz and Jam's partnership.

Flyway Games has also announced a newer demo experience featuring Central Station No. 5, one of Downtown's busiest locations, with additional characters to encounter.

The full game will support 11 interface and subtitle languages, including English, Korean, Japanese, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, French, German, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese, and Russian.

A New Trailer Debuted at The Triple-i Initiative

Flyway Games revealed the December 3 release date during The Triple-i Initiative showcase on October 9.

The presentation also confirmed that Waltz and Jam would launch on PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch 2 alongside its previously announced PC version.

The accompanying trailer showed Waltz and Jam exploring Downtown, navigating environmental puzzles, and confronting enemies.

The showcase featured approximately 40 games in a presentation built around consecutive trailers rather than traditional hosts and lengthy introductions.

When Does Waltz and Jam Release?

Waltz and Jam launches worldwide on December 3, 2026, for PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch 2, and PC via Steam.

The game combines a whimsical storybook art style with puzzle-solving, exploration, and boss battles, with the relationship between Waltz and his puppy serving as its central gameplay mechanic.

For players who enjoy character-driven adventures with unusual worlds, the free Steam demo offers an opportunity to experience the game before launch.