Milktooth revealed during the Xbox Games Showcase 2026 that Bad Magpie is coming to Xbox Series, Xbox Game Pass and PC at a later date.
This debut project from a powerhouse indie trio introduces a small but striking world built around exploration, memory and the irresistible pull of anything that glitters.
A One‑Winged Bird With a Big Quest
In Bad Magpie, you play as a one‑winged bird separated from its flock.
Drawn to the glow of a fallen star, the bird begins collecting tiny shiny objects in hopes of catching its attention.
What starts as curiosity slowly becomes a journey of identity and discovery.
The world is compact but non‑linear, encouraging players to wander, poke at strange objects and uncover secrets hidden in every corner.
A World of Puzzles, Memories and Visions
The open world is filled with interactive elements and environmental puzzles that reward experimentation.
As the bird explores, she is haunted by visions that gradually reveal fragments of her past, adding emotional depth to the quiet, reflective journey.
Every shiny object tells a story.
Every path leads somewhere unexpected.
A New Studio With Serious Indie Talent
Milktooth may be new, but its team is stacked with indie veterans:
- Catherine Unger, artist behind Tangle Tower and Gibbon: Beyond the Trees
- Daisy Fernandez, designer on Card Shark and As Dusk Falls
- George Batchelor, programmer known for Bird Alone and South of the Circle
The studio is backed by WINGS and the UK Games Fund, giving this small project a strong foundation.
A Quiet, Shiny Mystery Awaits
Bad Magpie blends gentle exploration with emotional storytelling, crafting a world where curiosity is rewarded and every glimmer hints at something more.
It is shaping up to be a thoughtful, atmospheric indie adventure with a unique voice and a beautifully strange heart.