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TALES OF ARISE, THE CRITICALLY ACCLAIMED JRPG, COMES TO NINTENDO SWITCH 2 ON 22 MAY 2026
Lyon, France – 05 February 2026 – Bandai Namco Entertainment Europe today announced that Tales of ARISE, the critically acclaimed JRPG, is coming to Nintendo Switch 2 on 22 May 2026 with the Tales of ARISE – Beyond the Dawn Edition. This version will include the base game as well as the “Beyond the Dawn” additional content, featuring new quests and various in-game items.
Tales of ARISE immerses players into a conflict between two worlds. For 300 years, Rena has ruled over Dahna, pillaging the planet’s resources and stripping its people of dignity and freedom. The story begins with two individuals, born in different worlds, each looking to change their fate and create a new future. Featuring a diverse cast of characters, an intuitive and rewarding combat system, and a captivating story set in a lush world, Tales of ARISE delivers a first-class JRPG experience.
Players will follow Alphen, a masked amnesic man who can’t feel pain as he encounters Shionne, the cursed woman that inflicts agony upon everything she touches. They will both get to know each other and meet a varied cast of allies to take on the Renan Lords, powerful foes, in order to free Dahna.
Tales of ARISE – Beyond the Dawn Edition is now available for physical pre-orders on Nintendo Switch 2 and set to launch on 22 May 2026. Tales of ARISE – Beyond the Dawn Premium Edition is also available for pre-orders including a Premium Upgrade Pack to the game and additional content. Tales of ARISE is already available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 4, Xbox One and PC.
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About Bandai Namco Entertainment Europe S.A.S.
Bandai Namco Entertainment Europe is a leading global publisher, developer, and distributor of entertainment content for platforms including, but not limited to, all major video game consoles and PC.
Producing intellectual property for a global audience, Bandai Namco Entertainment Europe is building its reputation with franchises such as LITTLE NIGHTMARES™, and production capabilities of Reflector Entertainment.
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