The Elf on the Shelf: Christmas Heroes
The Lumistella Company tand Outright Games, a leading publisher of family-friendly interactive entertainment, have announced the upcoming release of The Elf on the Shelf®: Christmas Heroes in celebration of the iconic character’s 20th anniversary. Launching October 17, 2025, the new video game introduces families to The Elf on the Shelf® and the enchantment of the North Pole through consoles and PC in a joyful, puzzle-platforming adventure for the first time.
The new game brings the enchantment of the North Pole to screens big and small, offering a joyful 2D puzzle-platforming adventure packed with cheer, mischief, and merriment. The Elf on the Shelf®: Christmas Heroes will be available on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and PC through Steam and the Microsoft Store.
“Over the last two decades, The Elf on the Shelf® has become a treasured part of the holiday season for so many families around the world,” said Chanda Bell, Co-Founder and CEO at The Lumistella Company. “From playful moments to heartfelt memories, the tradition has brought people together in meaningful ways. Through the launch of Christmas Heroes, we’re excited to offer a new way for families to engage with the magic, inviting them to create more joyful traditions and experience the North Pole like never before.”
In The Elf on the Shelf®: Christmas Heroes, players step into the curly-toed shoes of a Scout Elf in training on a merry quest to gather the Christmas Spirit and help save the holiday season. From the Scout Elf Bootcamp to Santa’s Workshop, each of the 24 levels are full of seasonal surprises, magic and interactive fun. As players dash, jump and explore, they’ll dodge cookie-themed obstacles, solve playful puzzles, and enjoy festive gameplay packed with charm and Christmas spirit!
Featuring festive mini-games and delightful surprises to discover, Christmas Heroes offers lighthearted gameplay designed to bring families together throughout the year. Designed for ages 3+, The Elf on the Shelf®: Christmas Heroes offers easy-to-learn controls and thoughtful accessibility features, including auto-collection and invincibility mode, so everyone can join the fun. Whether a seasoned gamer, or just elf-sized, this holiday adventure welcomes all ages to jump in, play together, and make magical memories side-by-side.
Celebrating 20 years of The Elf on the Shelf® tradition, The Lumistella Company has captured the hearts of families and generations worldwide. Praised by parents and educators alike, the tradition encourages creativity, imagination, and family bonding during the holiday season. With over 28 million Scout Elves, Elf Pets®, and Elf Mates® sold globally, and a presence in more than 24 countries, The Lumistella Company continues to spread cheer through their immersive storytelling and innovation. Now, that storytelling continues in an interactive way, bringing the spirit of the tradition beyond the holiday and into a brand-new world of play.
“We’re delighted to team up with The Lumistella Company to turn a cherished holiday tradition into an engaging, interactive journey,” said Stephanie Malham, Managing Director of Outright Games. “Our goal was to make a game that feels like opening the door to Santa’s workshop. The world of The Elf on the Shelf is so rich with charm and curiosity, we wanted to pack every level with that same playful energy. It’s a game full of heart, humour, and holiday magic, where kids and their families can feel like true Christmas heroes.”
