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The Elf on the Shelf: Christmas Heroes release date

Out nowGamePS5, PC, Nintendo Switch

Santa needs you! Become a Scout Elf, gathering Christmas Spirit and dodging obstacles. Pledge to make things merry and be a Christmas Hero!

Release date
October 16, 2025
Publisher
Outright Games
Genre
Platform, Puzzle, Adventure

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The Elf on the Shelf: Christmas Heroes released on .

Release dates by platform and region

PlatformRegionDateUnlock timeStatusSource
PS5WorldwideNot announcedReleasedSource
PCWorldwideNot announcedReleasedSource
Nintendo SwitchWorldwideNot announcedReleasedSource

Trailers and gameplay

Release date history

  1. Date announced: October 16, 2025. Status: released — Upstream update (igdb) Source

  2. Date announced: October 17, 2025. Status: released — Upstream update (igdb) Source

  3. Date announced: October 17, 2025. Status: released — Upstream update (igdb) Source

Frequently asked questions

When does The Elf on the Shelf: Christmas Heroes release?

The Elf on the Shelf: Christmas Heroes released on October 16, 2025.

What time does The Elf on the Shelf: Christmas Heroes unlock?

The exact unlock time has not been announced. Most digital releases unlock at midnight local time or at a single global time set by the publisher; this page will list it as soon as it is known.

Which platforms is The Elf on the Shelf: Christmas Heroes on?

The Elf on the Shelf: Christmas Heroes is releasing on PS5, PC, Nintendo Switch.

Has The Elf on the Shelf: Christmas Heroes been delayed?

No delay has been announced. This page tracks every date change with a source link.

Can I pre-order The Elf on the Shelf: Christmas Heroes?

Pre-orders have not been listed yet. Stores and prices will appear here once available.