Nintendo is gearing up for the return of Xenoblade Chronicles 2 next week with the release of the Switch 2 Edition on 30th July 2026.
To prepare fans for this enormous role-playing experience, it’s today shared a brand new overview trailer, detailing what exactly to expect. This includes 60fps gameplay, 4K resolution in TV mode, and full HD in handheld mode. In-game cutscenes have also received a makeover with enhanced resolution, improved frame rate and visual details.
There’ll also be new outfit designs for both Pyra and Mythra – with these designs carrying over from adventuring to cutscenes. Adding to this is the new Merc Assault mode, and last but not least is a Xenosaga throwback in the form of the new rare blade MOMO.
“Join Rex and Pyra in their search for paradise, now enhanced for the Nintendo Switch 2 system! The Nintendo Switch 2 Edition of this game features improved visuals, smoother and sharper cutscenes, new outfit designs for Pyra and Mythra, and more. Control up to six Blades directly in the new Merc Assault mode, and discover MOMO—a new rare Blade who can swap between light and dark forms.”
Images: Nintendo
Image: Nintendo
You can get the full rundown about everything on offer in the Switch 2 Edition in the brief video above.
Once again, if you’re an existing owner, there is a paid upgrade path, with pre-orders now live on the Nintendo Store. This follows an update for Xenoblade Chronicles 2 on the Switch yesterday, bumping the title up to Version 3.0.0.
Xenoblade Chronicles 2 – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition will also be getting a physical version on 1st October 2026.
Excited about this Switch 2 Edition? Have you played through Xenoblade Chronicles 2 before? Let us know in the comments.
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