Thunderful and developer Wishfully have confirmed that Planet of Lana has surpassed 1 million players across all platforms. The cinematic puzzle adventure launched on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and PC in August 2023. It later released on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, and PlayStation 5 in April 2024. The game is praised for its hand-painted art style, heartfelt storytelling, and challenging puzzle-platform gameplay.
“We’re so happy that Planet of Lana has resonated so strongly with players,” said Wishfully director Adam Stjärnljus. “It was always a huge passion project for us. The community’s support has made it possible to continue this journey with Planet of Lana II: Children of the Leaf, coming next year.”
About Planet of Lana
Planet of Lana tells the story of Lana and her companion Mui as they journey across an alien world to rescue her sister. Players face puzzles, platforming challenges, stealth sections, and moments that rely on combining Lana and Mui’s unique abilities. The game’s BAFTA-nominated soundtrack, composed by Takeshi Furukawa (The Last Guardian), enhances its emotional impact. Its art style blends hand-drawn visuals, layered parallax, and subtle 3D effects, creating an interactive painting.
Planet of Lana 2 Release Date and Story
Planet of Lana II: Children of the Leaf will launch in 2026 for Xbox Series X|S, Xbox Game Pass, PC, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, and Nintendo Switch. In this sequel, Lana and Mui explore the hidden depths of Novo, uncovering an ancient mystery. A new threat will test their bond and push them toward their destiny. The sequel will feature an original story, tougher puzzles, and expanded gameplay mechanics.
Fans of cinematic puzzle adventures can follow the official Planet of Lana channels for updates on the Planet of Lana 2 release date and gameplay reveals.
