A-Train 9 Evolution Announces 40th Anniversary Launch for Nintendo Switch 2 in 2026
The A-Train simulation franchise, developed by ArtDink, is commemorating its 40th anniversary with the announcement of A-Train 9 Evolution, set to debut exclusively on the Nintendo Switch 2.
Marking a significant milestone for the renowned urban development simulator, the new title will launch in Japan on June 4, 2026, available both via digital download from the Nintendo eShop and as a physical game-key card release. Special 40th Anniversary Edition Announced Accompanying the standard editions, A-Train 9 Evolution will offer fans a premium 40th Anniversary Memorial Box in celebration of the series’ legacy.
This limited edition includes the LOGiN & Weekly Famitsu A-Train 40th Anniversary Edition magazine (B5 size, 56 pages), a commemorative A-Train 40th anniversary pin badge, a collectible set of two themed train tickets, and the full game-key card for A-Train 9 Evolution.
As of this writing, a release for Western audiences has not yet been confirmed by ArtDink or Nintendo. A Revitalized Urban Development Experience A-Train 9 Evolution brings a host of new features and enhancements that set it apart from previous entries in the acclaimed series.
The developers have overhauled the user interface for greater accessibility and modernized the graphics, delivering more lifelike urban environments.
Players can look forward to newly designed buildings, including structures enveloped by greenery, which reflect modern trends in city planning and sustainability. In a recent official statement, ArtDink emphasized the evolution of the game’s city-building mechanics, noting that the updated lighting and reflection systems will create striking, realistic city vistas.
Enhanced atmospheric effects—such as cloud shadows and dynamic water simulations—contribute to the sense of a living, breathing cityscape that evolves as players develop their transportation networks. Signature Features Return for Series Veterans True to its roots, A-Train 9 Evolution reintroduces the series’ iconic isometric view mode.
Fans can once again adjust the viewing angle in 15-degree increments, harkening back to classic installments like A-Train 3, A-Train 4, and A-Train 7.
This user-friendly feature allows players to enjoy detailed urban landscapes from multiple classic perspectives, enriching the simulation experience. Legacy and Impact Originally launched in 1985, the A-Train series has established itself as one of Japan’s premier simulation franchises, acclaimed for its deep realism in railway and city management.
With the 40th anniversary on the horizon, A-Train 9 Evolution sets a new standard for simulation games on the Nintendo Switch 2, offering long-time fans and newcomers alike an immersive, revitalized city-building experience. For the latest updates on A-Train 9 Evolution and other Nintendo Switch 2 releases, stay tuned to official Nintendo Directs and eShop announcements as the June 4, 2026 launch date approaches.
Marking a significant milestone for the renowned urban development simulator, the new title will launch in Japan on June 4, 2026, available both via digital download from the Nintendo eShop and as a physical game-key card release. Special 40th Anniversary Edition Announced Accompanying the standard editions, A-Train 9 Evolution will offer fans a premium 40th Anniversary Memorial Box in celebration of the series’ legacy.
This limited edition includes the LOGiN & Weekly Famitsu A-Train 40th Anniversary Edition magazine (B5 size, 56 pages), a commemorative A-Train 40th anniversary pin badge, a collectible set of two themed train tickets, and the full game-key card for A-Train 9 Evolution.
As of this writing, a release for Western audiences has not yet been confirmed by ArtDink or Nintendo. A Revitalized Urban Development Experience A-Train 9 Evolution brings a host of new features and enhancements that set it apart from previous entries in the acclaimed series.
The developers have overhauled the user interface for greater accessibility and modernized the graphics, delivering more lifelike urban environments.
Players can look forward to newly designed buildings, including structures enveloped by greenery, which reflect modern trends in city planning and sustainability. In a recent official statement, ArtDink emphasized the evolution of the game’s city-building mechanics, noting that the updated lighting and reflection systems will create striking, realistic city vistas.
Enhanced atmospheric effects—such as cloud shadows and dynamic water simulations—contribute to the sense of a living, breathing cityscape that evolves as players develop their transportation networks. Signature Features Return for Series Veterans True to its roots, A-Train 9 Evolution reintroduces the series’ iconic isometric view mode.
Fans can once again adjust the viewing angle in 15-degree increments, harkening back to classic installments like A-Train 3, A-Train 4, and A-Train 7.
This user-friendly feature allows players to enjoy detailed urban landscapes from multiple classic perspectives, enriching the simulation experience. Legacy and Impact Originally launched in 1985, the A-Train series has established itself as one of Japan’s premier simulation franchises, acclaimed for its deep realism in railway and city management.
With the 40th anniversary on the horizon, A-Train 9 Evolution sets a new standard for simulation games on the Nintendo Switch 2, offering long-time fans and newcomers alike an immersive, revitalized city-building experience. For the latest updates on A-Train 9 Evolution and other Nintendo Switch 2 releases, stay tuned to official Nintendo Directs and eShop announcements as the June 4, 2026 launch date approaches.
