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'We’re remixing her library for a new medium': the video games capturing the happy-sad spirit of Tove Jansson’s Moomins
Enchanting and a little eerie, Moomintroll: Winter’s Warmth is the second great game in as many years based on the classic children’s books
TL;DR
- Hyper Games has released two video game adaptations of Tove Jansson's Moomin stories: 'Snufkin: Melody of Moomin Valley' and 'Moomintroll: Winter's Warmth'.
- The games focus on capturing the unique 'happy-sad' spirit of the Moomins, dealing with themes of mortality, change, and adapting to circumstances.
- Developers emphasize retaining Jansson's hand-illustrated art style and incorporating accessible gameplay for all ages.
- The adaptation process involves rigorous approval from Moomin Characters Ltd. to ensure faithfulness to Jansson's original vision.
- The Moomin stories, and by extension the games, are noted for their anti-fascist undertones and depictions of non-traditional family structures.