# Persephone

> 2018 video game

**Wikidata**: [Q114687172](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q114687172)  
**Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/persephone

## Summary
Persephone is a 2018 puzzle video game developed and published by the Swiss company Momo-pi. It's a single-player game available across multiple platforms including Nintendo Switch, PC (Windows/macOS/Linux), Xbox One, and mobile devices (iOS/Android).

## Key Facts
- Developed and published by Momo-pi, a Swiss video game company founded February 5, 2018
- Released in phases: iOS/Android (November 1, 2018), Xbox One (November 6, 2020), PC (January 21, 2021 via Steam), and Nintendo Switch (February 11, 2021)
- Puzzle video game with single-player gameplay requiring touchscreen input on mobile versions
- ESRB rating: Everyone 10+ with Fantasy Violence content descriptor
- Supports 10+ languages: English, French, Italian, German, Spanish, Arabic, Bulgarian, Simplified/Traditional Chinese, and Korean
- Distributed digitally via Steam, Microsoft Store, Nintendo eShop, and app stores
- Official website: https://momo-pi.com/persephone/ (English language)

## FAQs
### Q: What type of game is Persephone?
A: Persephone is a puzzle video game designed for single-player gameplay, featuring touchscreen controls on mobile versions and traditional inputs on PC/console platforms.

### Q: Who created Persephone?
A: Persephone was developed and published by Momo-pi, a Swiss video game company headquartered in Bulle, Switzerland, founded in February 2018 specifically for this project.

### Q: When and where was Persephone released?
A: Initial releases occurred in 2018-2021 across multiple platforms: iOS/Android on November 1, 2018, Xbox One on November 6, 2020, PC (Windows/macOS/Linux) on January 21, 2021, and Nintendo Switch on February 11, 2021.

### Q: Is Persephone available in multiple languages?
A: Yes, Persephone supports 11 languages including English, French, Italian, German, Spanish, Arabic, Bulgarian, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, and Korean.

## Why It Matters
Persephone represents a notable achievement for Switzerland's burgeoning indie game scene, demonstrating how small developers can deliver polished multi-platform experiences. Its phased release strategy across three years showcases adaptability to evolving gaming markets. The game's widespread language support (11 languages) and accessibility ratings (Everyone 10+) highlight its commitment to global inclusivity. As a puzzle title distributed through major digital storefronts (Steam, eShop, Microsoft Store), it exemplifies modern independent game distribution methods while maintaining Swiss quality standards.

## Notable For
- Being the flagship project of Momo-pi, a Swiss developer founded specifically for this game
- Cross-platform strategy with staggered releases spanning mobile (2018) to console (2021)
- Exceptional localization supporting 11 languages, exceeding typical indie game coverage
- Presence in multiple specialized gaming databases (PCGamingWiki, MobyGames, GameFAQs)
- Recognition through Swiss Games Showcase and Swiss Games Garden initiatives

## Body
### Development Background
- Created by Momo-pi, a Swiss video game company founded February 5, 2018
- Headquarters located in Bulle, Switzerland
- Published simultaneously by Momo-pi (self-published)

### Platform Availability
- **Mobile**: iOS and Android (released November 1, 2018; App Store ID: 1565211422)
- **PC**: Windows, macOS, Linux via Steam (app ID: 1132180; released January 21, 2021)
- **Consoles**: 
  - Nintendo Switch (released February 11, 2021; eShop ID: persephone-switch)
  - Xbox One (released November 6, 2020)
- Distributed digitally through Steam, Microsoft Store, Nintendo eShop, and app stores

### Technical Specifications
- **Genre**: Puzzle video game
- **Game Mode**: Single-player
- **Input**: Touchscreen (mobile), standard controls (PC/consoles)
- **ESRB Rating**: Everyone 10+ (Fantasy Violence)
- **Steam ID**: 1132180
- **Nintendo Switch Title ID**: 01005EB013FBA000

### Distribution & Localization
- Digital-only distribution across all platforms
- Official website: https://momo-pi.com/persephone/ (English)
- Supports 11 languages: English, French, Italian, German, Spanish, Arabic, Bulgarian, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, Korean
- Available in Swiss Games Showcase and Swiss Games Garden

### Database Identifiers
- PCGamingWiki: Persephone (ID: 151266)
- MobyGames: 153090
- GameFAQs: Multiple platform IDs (272215/PC, 272260/macOS, 312953/Switch, 305429/Xbox One)
- HowLongToBeat: 102506
- Metacritic: persephone
- GamerProfiles: NwGm
- VGList: 49480

### Regional Context
- Country of origin: Switzerland
- Featured in Swiss gaming initiatives (Swiss Games Showcase ID: persephone)
- Developed in Bulle, Switzerland

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## References

1. Steam
2. Nintendo Game Store
3. [Press / Momo-pi Studio. 2022](https://momo-pi.com/press-momo-pi-studio/)
4. Nintendo eShop
5. GameSpot
6. RAWG
7. Q110996436
8. Nintendo World Report
9. Dark Patterns Games
10. Q124398839