South of Midnight Expands to PS5 and Switch 2 This Month

Compulsion Games’ South of Midnight, initially an Xbox console exclusive, will launch on PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch 2 on March 31, 2026. This marks the end of the game’s exclusivity to the Xbox platform.

From Xbox Exclusive to Multiplatform Release

South of Midnight first debuted on Xbox Series X/S and PC on April 8, 2025 [1]. The upcoming release on PS5 and Switch 2 signifies a broader availability for players.

Critical Reception and Awards

Upon its initial release, South of Midnight received generally positive reviews. It currently holds a Top Critic Average score of 77 on OpenCritic, with a 68% critic recommendation rating, classifying it as a ‘Strong’ game [1]. Praise was directed towards the game’s art direction, narrative, and authentic portrayal of American Southern folklore and culture. However, critics commonly noted the combat as being straightforward and repetitive [1], [2].

The game has also been recognized with industry awards, including The Game Awards 2025’s Games for Impact award and D.I.C.E.’s Outstanding Achievement in Animation award [1].

The Weaver’s Edition

The PS5 and Switch 2 versions will include “The Weaver’s Edition,” which features the base game along with additional content: [2]

• South of Midnight Artbook
• Original Soundtrack composed by Olivier Deriviere
• The Boo-Hag Comic book by Rob Guillory
• Music Video: Songs & Tales of South of Midnight
• Documentary: Weaving Hazel’s Journey, Director’s Cut

About the Game

Players take on the role of Hazel, exploring a fictionalized American Deep South with a stop-motion inspired art style [2]. As a Weaver, Hazel must mend broken bonds and spirits, confronting creatures of Southern folklore and unraveling her family’s past [2].