Harry Potter-style wizard school game reminds us it’s still alive. Yet fans keep asking if it’ll ever actually come out

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It’s common for video games to take a long time to develop – we’ve definitely seen that this year with highly anticipated titles like Hollow Knight: Silksong, Grand Theft Auto 6, and Metroid Prime 4: Beyond. Game development is challenging, particularly for smaller teams. However, fans understandably get eager as the years pass, as demonstrated by the ongoing anticipation for these games. One less well-known project is Kitori Academy, a Harry Potter-esque game where players attend a magical school, learn spells, and use them to build a fantastic farm.

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Kitori Academy has been in the works since 2021, and people are already excited about it. The game’s developer, Cubenary, recently shared a new screenshot with the message, “Don’t be late for your next spell casting class…” Many fans replied expressing their eagerness for more information, and some added the game to their Steam wishlist. One fan simply asked the question everyone was thinking: “When will it be released?”

Looking at the Steam page for *Kitori Academy* shows that fans are worried the game has been left unfinished. Many users have been posting in the community forums asking for updates and wondering if development is still ongoing. This concern is so common that Steam recently created a new rule to warn people before they buy Early Access games that haven’t been updated in a long time. These unfinished games can feel unfair, as they ask players for money without actually providing the completed product. This is probably why a lot of players now steer clear of Early Access games altogether.

Fortunately, the developers of *Kitori Academy* are quick to address concerns about the game’s progress. A user recently asked on Steam if the game had been abandoned, noting the lack of updates. Just days later, a developer responded, confirming that the game is still in development. They explained that work is continuing behind the scenes, but they’re being cautious about revealing too much of the story. While it’s impossible to know for sure, I’m inclined to trust their assurances.

Kitori Academy features striking 3D graphics, which is a significant accomplishment for a small, independent development team. While the game has been in development for several years – a common timeframe for projects of this scope – the team should pay attention to ongoing player concerns. Consistent questions from fans suggest they might be worried, and addressing those worries could be beneficial.

As another discussion on Steam shows, people have been eagerly awaiting news about *Kitori Academy* since 2023 – almost two years ago. While excitement is good for a game, as seen with *Silksong*, it doesn’t guarantee success. Cubenary, the developers, only released one other game – a basic VR title in 2019 – so they haven’t built the same level of trust and goodwill as a studio like Team Cherry, who are known for taking their time.

If you’re excited about *Kitori Academy*, adding it to your Steam wishlist is a great way to support the developers and show your enthusiasm. Even small gestures like this can make a big difference for small teams and games. While fans will need to be patient for more *Kitori Academy* news, the development team has hinted at a detailed Steam update coming soon.

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2025-10-06 21:32