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The Perfect Pencil release date

Out nowGamePC, Nintendo Switch

Help John on his journey of personal growth. Unravel the nuances of human reactions to fear. Surprising exploration, fast paced combat, complex choices and allegorical characters, all intertwined with a psychological narrative in this hand-drawn 2D action-platformer.

Release date
January 29, 2026
Genre
Platform, Puzzle, Adventure, Indie

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The Perfect Pencil released on .

Release dates by platform and region

PlatformRegionDateUnlock timeStatusSource
PCWorldwideNot announcedReleasedSource
Nintendo SwitchWorldwideNot announcedReleasedSource

Trailers and gameplay

Release date history

  1. Date announced: January 29, 2026. Status: released — Upstream update (igdb) Source

  2. Date announced: January 29, 2026. Status: released — Upstream update (igdb) Source

Frequently asked questions

When does The Perfect Pencil release?

The Perfect Pencil released on January 29, 2026.

What time does The Perfect Pencil 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 Perfect Pencil on?

The Perfect Pencil is releasing on PC, Nintendo Switch.

Has The Perfect Pencil been delayed?

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

Can I pre-order The Perfect Pencil?

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