During today’s Nintendo Direct, it was announced that BANDAI NAMCO will be releasing Tales of ARISE – Beyond the Dawn Edition for Nintendo Switch 2. The game is scheduled to launch this upcoming May 22nd, 2026. Tales of ARISE previously released for PlayStation, Xbox and PC back in 2021 and later on received the Beyond the Dawn DLC in 2023. Now the game is headed to Switch 2 and it looks like it will come complete with the story expansion included. BANDAI NAMCO also mentions in the press release, that it will also come with additional in-game costumes and items as well. Feel free to check out the announcement trailer down below and read a bit about the game from the latest press release.
In Tales of ARISE, players follow the adventures of Alphen and Shionne as they join forces to free the planet Dahna from 300 years of oppression under Rena. The story begins with two people, born in different worlds, each looking to change their fate and create a new future. Featuring a diverse cast of characters and a captivating story, players will explore vast regions, battle powerful enemies in fast-paced action combat, and uncover the truth that binds the worlds together.
The BEYOND THE DAWN additional content continues the adventures of Alphen and Shionne with a new story set one year after the main game that introduces new areas to explore and adds new characters. Featuring over 20 hours of additional gameplay, follow the fate of the six as they navigate through the ongoing conflict between the Renans and Dahnans.
