Outright Games Sets The Grinch 2 for September 18 on 5 Platforms

Q: Can The Grinch's holiday charm thrive against September's blockbuster game releases?

Yes—but likely as a niche family title rather than a September breakout hit. “The Grinch 2: Saving Christmas” has some clear advantages. It uses a well-known holiday brand, offers accessible 3D platforming, local co-op, and launches on multiple platforms, including Switch, PlayStation, Xbox, and PC. That broad reach matters, especially for Outright Games, which has built its business around family-friendly licensed releases. The first announcement also drew immediate attention, suggesting the character still has pull. The challenge is timing. September 18 places it in a crowded release window, with Fire Emblem: Fortune’s Weave arriving a day earlier on Switch 2, LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight launching the same day on Nintendo platforms, and Dragon Quest XI S following soon after. Beyond Nintendo, September is packed with higher-profile releases such as Marvel’s Wolverine and Silent Hill: Townfall, all competing for media coverage and consumer spending. Its September date also works against its seasonal theme. A Christmas game can feel early in the market, especially when blockbuster players are focused on major action, RPG, and horror releases. At the same time, that off-season launch could give it a longer runway into the holiday shopping period if reviews and word of mouth are solid. So the game can thrive, but on its own terms: as a durable, family-oriented holiday title with shelf life into late 2026, not as a direct winner in September’s blockbuster race.

3 articles · Updated · Gematsu · Jun 18

September 18 is the launch date for The Grinch 2: Saving Christmas, an adventure sequel from Outright Games and Casual Brothers arriving on PS5, Xbox Series, PS4, Switch and PC via Steam.
The game has players control the Grinch as he collects ornaments, builds a Christmas tree for the Whos and uses gadgets including Rocket Skates, a Jetpack and a Snowball Maker to clear platforming challenges.
Four main areas — the Grinch’s Cave, Mt. Crumpit, Who-wood and Who-ville — anchor the 3D levels, where players break objects with candy canes and uncover hidden paths.
Local co-op lets a second player join as Max, extending a family-focused design that Outright says uses accessible mechanics inspired by the original Dr. Seuss books.