Layers of Fear: Final Masterpiece Edition Announced for Nintendo Switch 2

Bloober Team, renowned for its gripping psychological horror experiences, has officially unveiled Layers of Fear: Final Masterpiece Edition, slated for launch on Nintendo Switch 2 later this year.

The announcement was made public in Bloober Team’s recently released financial report, spotlighting the Final Masterpiece Edition as a comprehensive collection that encapsulates the impactful Layers of Fear series in its entirety. The Layers of Fear franchise has established itself as a hallmark of psychological terror, first debuting in 2016 to critical acclaim.

Following the original's success, Bloober Team expanded the universe with Layers of Fear 2 in 2019.

The series later received new life on the Nintendo Switch platform with Layers of Fear: Legacy in 2018, and in 2023, a modern reimagining combined elements of both previous titles under the unified title, Layers of Fear. According to Bloober Team’s statement accompanying the announcement, the Final Masterpiece Edition is positioned as the definitive edition, offering a complete collection of the Layers of Fear narrative.

Although full details of the package remain under wraps, all signs point to an enhanced edition leveraging the capabilities of Unreal Engine 5 on Nintendo Switch 2.

This is expected to bring heightened visuals and immersive storytelling, potentially merging content from both mainline titles for a seamless gaming experience. A Bloober Team spokesperson summarized the release, stating that this edition will offer “the complete experience of the iconic Layers of Fear series” to both returning fans and newcomers discovering the franchise on Nintendo’s next-generation hardware.

This strategic move builds on Bloober Team’s reputation for technical innovation and atmospheric design, now further enhanced by the processing power of the Switch 2. The Final Masterpiece Edition underscores Nintendo’s ongoing partnership with third-party developers to expand the Nintendo Switch 2 software library.

As digital storefronts like the eShop continue to thrive, enhanced ports of acclaimed titles provide Switch players with compelling new reasons to revisit classic experiences. In related news, Bloober Team also confirmed that the isometric horror title "I Hate This Place" has been delayed.

Initially planned for an earlier release, the game will now launch on January 29, 2026.

This update reaffirms the developer’s commitment to delivering polished experiences across Nintendo’s hardware ecosystem. Layers of Fear: Final Masterpiece Edition further cements Bloober Team’s legacy in psychological horror and brings heightened anticipation to the Nintendo Switch 2 lineup.

Gamers can expect more updates as the release window draws closer, with additional details regarding the package’s full features and enhancements expected to be revealed in upcoming Nintendo Direct presentations or Bloober Team press releases.

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