Clean Up Earth Launches on Kickstarter: A Relaxing Co-op Game Turning Virtual Cleanups into Real-World Impact

Paris, France, January 22^nd, 2026
 

Magic Pockets, an independent game studio based in France, today announced the launch of its Kickstarter campaign for Clean Up Earth, a relaxing and satisfying clean-up game where players restore polluted environments and help fund real-world environmental action — simply by playing.

Designed as a cozy, cooperative experience, Clean Up Earth invites players to clean polluted landscapes, recycle waste, rebuild ancient structures, and watch nature and wildlife gradually return. The game can be enjoyed solo for a calm and mindful experience, in co-op with close friends, or as part of large-scale community cleanups involving dozens of players (up to 30 on vast areas).

At its core, Clean Up Earth delivers a positive and accessible message: small actions matter, and collective effort can make a difference.

 "We didn't want to create a game about guilt or fear, because we believe change begins with willingness, not fear" Eric Zmiro, founder of Magic Pockets said. "We wanted to create a game about hope — one that feels good to play, encourages cooperation, and shows that even small gestures can add up when shared."

Beyond its relaxing gameplay, Clean Up Earth introduces a unique feature: in-game cleanups can contribute to real environmental initiatives. During December 2025, Magic Pockets partnered with Jingle Jam in support of WWF conservation efforts to test this donation system live for the first time — successfully raising funds through collective in-game actions. This feature will continue to evolve as part of the full game experience.

The Kickstarter campaign aims to fund additional content, features, and polish — including new environments, expanded cooperative gameplay, and deeper world-building — while keeping development focused on accessibility, comfort, and meaningful play.

A playable demo is already available on Steam, allowing players to experience the core gameplay loop ahead of the campaign. Early Bird rewards will be available for the first backers when the campaign goes live.

Clean Up Earth will be available on PC (Steam, Epic Games Store) in Q2 2026, with the console launch dates to be confirmed following the Kickstarter campaign. For more information, visit the official website and follow the game on Twitter/X.
 

Key Features

• Relaxing World Restoration: Clean polluted environments by vacuuming waste, removing debris from land and waterways, and rebuilding the terrain. Watch damaged spaces transform into living, breathing landscapes.

• Cozy Gameplay with Meaningful Choices: A peaceful, conflict-free experience designed to be relaxing. Simple actions, thoughtful level design, and strategic tool choices create satisfying depth at your own pace.

• Solo, Co-op, or Community Play: Start alone, invite close friends, or join larger shared cleanup zones when you choose. Clean Up Earth always respects your comfort level while allowing you to scale up and feel the impact of positive collective action.

• Large Maps Designed for Cooperation: Massive environments and shared objectives naturally encourage teamwork. Large waste deposits and reconstruction projects become faster and more rewarding when players work together.

• World Lore and Discoveries: Beneath the waste lie ancient artifacts and forgotten echoes of past civilizations. As you clean each area, these relics and playful quantum memories are revealed. From Area 51 to the Bermuda Triangle, and beyond, each map hides secrets waiting to be uncovered.

• Meaningful Real-World Impact: An integrated environmental fund, tested during Jingle Jam 2025, allows Clean Up Earth to support real ecological initiatives alongside trusted projects like World Cleanup Day and partners such as Plastic Pickup, Recyclop, Expedition MED, Wings of the Ocean, and more to come.

Links

• Kickstarter Campaign: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/cleanupearth/clean-up-earth-0
• Steam Demo: https://store.steampowered.com/app/3402720/Clean_Up_Earth/
• Kickstarter Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JXjqJtvrklo

About Magic Pockets

Magic Pockets is a French independent game development studio with 25 years of experience, and a diverse portfolio of more than 60 titles released across all major platforms. The studio has collaborated with leading publishers on well-known franchises such as Baldur's Gate, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, The Sims and The House of the Dead.

Also known for environmentally themed games, including Dolphin Spirit: Ocean Mission, Petz Rescue: Ocean Patrol, Dolphin Island, etc., the studio now introduces its very first original IP with Clean Up Earth, a project that reflects its deep-rooted passion for nature and commitment to meaningful play.

Visit www.magicpockets.com for more information.