More than two decades after its release, Spirited Away remains one of Studio Ghibli's most beloved films. Hayao Miyazaki's Academy Award-winning masterpiece combines breathtaking animation and imaginative world-building to create an experience that has proven to resonate across generations.
Spirited Away's story of self-discovery, courage, and wonder has helped cement it as not only a defining Ghibli release but also one of the most celebrated animated films ever made. Its influence can be seen in unexpected places, especially in the gaming world. And a newly announced RPG is giving off serious Spirited Away and Valheim vibes, pairing a mystical, otherworldly atmosphere with survival and exploration mechanics.
While it may seem like an odd collision of worlds, this new 2026 project is well worth checking out for fans of Studio Ghibli and the Viking survival hit Valheim, and you can play it entirely for free on Steam for a limited time.
Spirit Crossing is a brand-new MMORPG from indie developer Spry Fox with a free playtest version that you can join now for a limited time. It's a cozy, multiplayer life-simulation game from the creators of Cozy Grove that was originally released as a Netflix Games title, and...
