Tales of Arise is headed to Nintendo Switch 2 on May 22, 2026, arriving as the Beyond the Dawn Edition from developer and publisher Bandai Namco.
Originally released for PC, PlayStation, and Xbox on September 10, 2021, Tales of Arise joins the growing list of major JRPGs finding new life on Nintendo's latest hardware.
The Switch 2 edition will be sold physically on a Game-Key Card and is listed at a $49.99 MSRP; pre-orders are available now on Amazon.
Background and platform history
Tales of Arise marked a significant entry in the long-running Tales franchise when it debuted in 2021.
Bandai Namco developed and published the title across Microsoft Windows, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X|S.
The game was not released for the original Nintendo Switch, making this Switch 2 release the franchise's first official appearance on Nintendo's handheld-home hybrid family for this entry.
What critics are saying
Nintendo Wire reviewer Ricky Berg praised the game's creative elements, noting that its narrative, character ensemble, and art direction collectively strengthen confidence in the series' future during its anniversary period.
In journalistic terms: Berg highlighted that the story, cast, and visual direction pull players in and bolster faith in the franchise's trajectory as it marks a major milestone.
Edition details and availability
The Beyond the Dawn Edition for Nintendo Switch 2 is presented as a direct port of Tales of Arise rather than a newly built remaster, and it will be distributed on a Game-Key Card in physical retail.
The $49.99 price point aligns with many full-price re-releases and ports of recent-generation titles.
Digital purchase options and eShop listings were not announced alongside the physical release details; the current pre-order option is through Amazon.
Why this matters for players and the series
Bringing Tales of Arise to Nintendo Switch 2 expands accessibility for players who did not own last-generation consoles or a gaming PC at launch.
As one of Bandai Namco's higher-profile modern Tales entries, its Switch 2 arrival gives the franchise renewed visibility on Nintendo's platform and offers an entry point for new players exploring the series.
Reporting credit
This coverage is based on the Switch 2 launch announcement and details reported by Nintendo Wire and contributor Peter Glagowski.
Originally released for PC, PlayStation, and Xbox on September 10, 2021, Tales of Arise joins the growing list of major JRPGs finding new life on Nintendo's latest hardware.
The Switch 2 edition will be sold physically on a Game-Key Card and is listed at a $49.99 MSRP; pre-orders are available now on Amazon.
Background and platform history
Tales of Arise marked a significant entry in the long-running Tales franchise when it debuted in 2021.
Bandai Namco developed and published the title across Microsoft Windows, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X|S.
The game was not released for the original Nintendo Switch, making this Switch 2 release the franchise's first official appearance on Nintendo's handheld-home hybrid family for this entry.
What critics are saying
Nintendo Wire reviewer Ricky Berg praised the game's creative elements, noting that its narrative, character ensemble, and art direction collectively strengthen confidence in the series' future during its anniversary period.
In journalistic terms: Berg highlighted that the story, cast, and visual direction pull players in and bolster faith in the franchise's trajectory as it marks a major milestone.
Edition details and availability
The Beyond the Dawn Edition for Nintendo Switch 2 is presented as a direct port of Tales of Arise rather than a newly built remaster, and it will be distributed on a Game-Key Card in physical retail.
The $49.99 price point aligns with many full-price re-releases and ports of recent-generation titles.
Digital purchase options and eShop listings were not announced alongside the physical release details; the current pre-order option is through Amazon.
Why this matters for players and the series
Bringing Tales of Arise to Nintendo Switch 2 expands accessibility for players who did not own last-generation consoles or a gaming PC at launch.
As one of Bandai Namco's higher-profile modern Tales entries, its Switch 2 arrival gives the franchise renewed visibility on Nintendo's platform and offers an entry point for new players exploring the series.
Reporting credit
This coverage is based on the Switch 2 launch announcement and details reported by Nintendo Wire and contributor Peter Glagowski.
