The wait is finally over. Fans of the cozy-yet-epic medieval life sim Mirthwood can now share their journey thanks to the highly anticipated Co-Op Update, launching today, July 10, 2025. Developer Bad Ridge Games and publisher V Publishing officially revealed the new features during ClemmyGames’ Best Indie Games Summer Showcase 2025—and it’s everything fans have been dreaming of.
Whether you’re plowing the fields, slaying bandits, or proposing to your co-op partner, Mirthwood’s new update brings a heartfelt and robust multiplayer twist to the beloved fantasy sandbox RPG.
👫 Live the Mirthwood Life—Now With a Companion
Set in the beautifully handcrafted Freelands of Mirthwood, players can now experience the entire game in local split-screen co-op or via Steam Remote Play Together. The co-op system features drop-in/drop-out functionality, allowing Player 2 to join seamlessly at any time.
A dynamic shared camera system adapts as players explore, and while you share the same world, each player maintains individual inventories, gear, skill progression, and relationships. From planting crops to riding mounts and mastering combat, everything is open to both players.
And yes—if your bond grows deep enough, you can marry your co-op partner and raise a child together. Children grow over time, inherit traits from both players, and eventually mature into full-fledged NPCs with lives of their own.
🗡️ New Combat, New Content, More Immersion
In addition to multiplayer features, the Co-Op Update brings several combat and quality-of-life upgrades:
- Directional attack indicators and a new enemy lock-on system add depth to melee combat.
- A revive mechanic introduces a “downed” state, letting players save each other during battles.
- New farm structures, decorative items, and minor performance optimizations polish the experience.
🏡 Key Features of Mirthwood’s Co-Op Update
- Play Together: Local split-screen co-op and Steam Remote Play support
- Drop-in/Drop-out Multiplayer: Join or leave freely without progress loss
- Independent Progression: Each player keeps their own gear, stats, and choices
- Family System: Marry your co-op partner and raise a child NPC
- Revive Mechanic: Help your partner back to their feet mid-battle
- Combat Improvements: Enhanced directional attacks and targeting
- Fresh Content: New items, farm builds, and smoother performance
🌐 What’s Next?
This update supports local and remote multiplayer, while online co-op is confirmed to arrive in a future patch.
In the meantime, players are encouraged to join the official Mirthwood Discord and visit the Mirthwood website for patch notes, development updates, and community events.
🧡 Forge Friendships and Stories in Mirthwood
Mirthwood already stood out with its unique blend of combat, farming, social life, and choice-driven gameplay. With co-op now part of the adventure, it evolves into a richer, more personal story-building experience—one you can share with someone special.
So sharpen your blade, water those crops, and maybe pack a ring—your next journey through Mirthwood just got a lot more magical.
