Press release:
NEW YORK — March 6, 2026— Developer Infinite Thread Games and publisher Loopr Partners have today announced their upcoming game Hidalgo, a cozy narrative adventure based on the timeless novel Don Quijote de La Mancha, enjoyed in single or cooperative play. This beautifully crafted story adventure will launch on Steam later this year.

Hidalgo invites players into a handcrafted puppet world built from recycled materials, where imagination and reality intertwine. Across three vibrant chapters, players will accompany Don Quijote, his loyal companion Sancho Panza, and Sancho’s donkey Rucio on whimsical adventures inspired by the most iconic moments from the classic novel. from battling windmills to ruling an island and pursuing the love of Dulcinea.

But Hidalgo tells more than just Quijote’s story. The story runs parallel to the emotional journey of a modern-day family who bring this world to life through handmade creations. As the children face challenges including bullying and personal loss, their struggles mirror Don Quijote’s own trials, creating a powerful narrative about imagination, resilience, and the strength of family bonds.

Accompanied by a warm, Spanish guitar–driven soundtrack, Hidalgo delivers a relaxing and emotional adventure that blends literary heritage, inventive gameplay, and meaningful storytelling.

Key features include:

Environmental Puzzle Solving: Coordinate Don Quijote and Sancho in environmental puzzles requiring teamwork and creative thinking.

Co-Op Gameplay: Play together locally, with one player controlling Don Quijote and the other taking on the role of Sancho, working side by side to overcome challenges as a team.

Perspective-Based Gameplay: Enter Don Quijote’s imagination in first-person parallax puzzles that transform reality through his unique point of view.

Family-Friendly Boss Encounters: Face imaginative, charming enemies born from Quijote’s delusions in epic yet cozy boss fights.

Handcrafted Puppet World: Explore a colorful La Mancha brought to life using recycled materials, creating a tactile, storybook aesthetic.

Emotionally Driven Narrative: Experience a heartfelt story that bridges fantasy and reality, exploring themes of family, adversity, and healing.

Wishlist Hidalgo on Steam: https://store.steampowered.com/app/3157950/Hidalgo/

Follow on X: https://x.com/infinite_thread

Join the Discord: https://discord.gg/4FmvyxqHJt

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