Planet of Lana II: This Ambitious Sequel Doubles the Size and Scope of the Original

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Planet of Lana II: This Ambitious Sequel Doubles the Size and Scope of the Original

Planet of Lana II: This Ambitious Sequel Doubles the Size and Scope of the Original

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Summary

  • Game Directors Adam Stjärnljus and Klas Martin Eriksson dive into the sequel to 2023’s indie darling Planet of Lana.
  • Planet of Lana II: Children of the Leaf was announced during the Xbox Games Showcase and will be released in 2026, and will be available day one on Game Pass.
  • Revisit Lana and Mui’s adorable, puzzle-solving companionship in  new environments, stacked with fresh features and otherworldly creatures.

When we began crafting the tale of a young girl and her mysterious companion nearly seven years ago, we never expected to find ourselves knee-deep in sequel territory. But as time went on and the universe of Planet of Lana grew along with our extremely talented team, the thought of not doing so seemed almost unbearable; There were simply too many questions that still needed answering. Too many puzzles that needed solving.

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In the original Planet of Lana, players guided 11-year-old Lana through her perilous journey to rescue her sister and village from an alien robot invasion. Alongside Mui, her lovable (but peculiar) companion, players faced hostile robots and bloodthirsty wildlife while unearthing secrets buried deep beneath their homeworld, Novo. But, as it turns out, that was just the beginning…

Expanding the Story, Gameplay and World

Planet of Lana II explores Novo in the wake of Lana and Mui’s triumph; How has the world changed since the arrival of the robots? And perhaps more importantly; how has overnight access to modern technology changed its people? The answer forces Lana and Mui down a dark path paved with greed, danger and ever more questions about their planet’s mysterious past. But this time, Lana might not like the answers she finds…

In addition to sweat-inducing stealth sequences and nail-biting action platforming, Players can expect an expansion of the quirky puzzle solving mechanics fans have come to love; New robots, creatures, plants and machinery populate several new biomes including an icy mountain range, a tropical underwater world as well as an ancient forest.

Time has passed since their last adventure, and Lana and Mui have both grown, evolving in ways that will aid them on their journey. One of the things we are most excited to share with fans is the expansion of Mui and Lana’s collaboration, including their ability to hack and hypnotise different robots, machines and creatures in order to manipulate the environment and advance on their adventure!

While the signature charm and creativity is untouched, players can expect a bump in both fun and challenge level for both puzzle solving and platforming.

Finally, Thank You!

The love we received for Planet of Lana has been nothing short of humbling for the whole team at Wishfully. So we wanted to just say a quick thank you to the many fans of the game who continue to support and cheer us on. We also want to extend a huge thanks to our friends at Xbox for their incredible support, encouragement, and for being among the first to truly believe in Planet of Lana. Your early faith helped make our vision possible.

We’re genuinely ecstatic about bringing you the next chapter of Lana and Mui’s adventure and are working our socks off to make sure it exceeds your expectations. As always, your support means everything to a humble indie studio like ours, so please keep up to date on development, wishlist, spread the word, and share the love!

And of course if you haven’t had a chance to experience the original game, Planet of Lana is still available on Microsoft Store and Game Pass. Get playing and be properly prepared for the new journey ahead! See you in 2026!

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Planet of Lana II

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The saga continues. Their home saved, a deeper journey begins. Embark on an unforgettable cinematic puzzle journey with Lana and her loyal companion Mui. Whether you're a returning hero or a new adventurer, step into a world where a new, ancient mystery emerges from Novo's hidden depths. But as they scour these depths, a new threat will put their unbreakable bond to the ultimate test, guiding Lana to confront her destiny amidst encroaching shadows. Planet of Lana II is a cinematic puzzle adventure framed by an epic sci-fi saga that stretches across centuries and galaxies. Key Features: Unique, Evolved Companion Gameplay: Experience Lana and Mui's profound, evolving bond. Guide Mui with enhanced precision for deep exploration and collaborative puzzle-solving. Solve Diverse & Clever Puzzles: Tackle a wider array of physics-based puzzles, including hypnotizing spectacular creatures and controlling new hybrid robots for unique solutions. Master Stealth & Wit: Carefully navigate dangerous situations using refined stealth mechanics and tactical wit to outsmart foes. Survive Challenging Action Sequences: Use your reflexes and master Lana's new agility with wall jumps, run-slides, and faster movement to survive thrilling, dynamic action sequences. Discover an Epic & Deeper Story: Immerse in a longer, more profound sci-fi saga. Confront Lana's own demons and unveil the planet's darkest secrets across stunning, diverse worlds, including new underwater chapters. Return of an Acclaimed Composer: Experience Takeshi Furukawa's critically acclaimed score, from the original Planet of Lana. His mesmerizing compositions seamlessly elevate every emotional beat and cinematic moment.

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