The Grinch 2: Saving Christmas Gameplay Trailer Reveals Worlds, Gadgets, and Co-Op Play

Outright Games and Dr. Seuss Enterprises have released a new gameplay trailer for The Grinch 2: Saving Christmas, providing an in-depth look at the upcoming 3D platforming adventure. The game is scheduled to launch on September 18, 2026 for Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC.

Story & Gameplay Overview

Following his change of heart, the Grinch sets out on a festive mission alongside his loyal dog Max to build and decorate the most spectacular Christmas tree Who-ville has ever seen. Designed as an accessible family-friendly platformer, players travel across four distinct worlds spanning 23 action-packed levels:

• Mt. Crumpit: Navigate icy slopes and dodge giant rolling snowballs.

• Who Wood: Leap across springy mushroom platforms and climb towering trees.

• The Grinch's Cave: Traverse cascading waterfalls, dodge falling stalactites, and zip down watery chutes.

• Who-ville: Explore snow-covered streets, leap across hovering platforms, and gather ornaments from local homes.

Gadgets & Co-Op Features

To overcome obstacles and defeat mischievous forest creatures, the Grinch can equip a variety of inventive tools and contraptions:

• Rocket Skates: Speed through platforming sections and cross large gaps.

• Jetpack: Hover over hazardous terrain and reach hidden high-altitude secrets.

• Snowball Maker: Freeze pesky enemies like mice and wild forest bats.

• Candy Cane: Break objects in the environment to release hidden ornaments.

The game also features local two-player co-op, allowing a second player to drop in as Max. Together, players can combine unique abilities to solve environmental puzzles, discover hidden pathways, and collect decorations to decorate Who-ville Square.