Deltarune Chapters 1-4 Confirmed for Nintendo Switch 2 Launch on June 5, 2025

Deltarune Chapters 1-4 Set for Day-One Release on Nintendo Switch 2, Bringing Enhanced Controls and Save Transfer Fans of indie sensation Deltarune finally have a confirmed launch date for the long-awaited Chapters 1-4 on the next flagship Nintendo console.

Toby Fox, the acclaimed developer behind both Deltarune and its predecessor Undertale, has announced that Deltarune Chapters 1-4 will be available on the Nintendo Switch 2 starting June 5, 2025—the very day the new hardware debuts. Deltarune, renowned for its innovative gameplay, distinctive humor, and memorable soundtrack, has captured the hearts of players since its initial release.

With its upcoming expansion to Nintendo Switch 2, the game promises to reach a broader audience and take advantage of new hardware features.

According to information published on the official Deltarune website, the Switch 2 version will incorporate a unique in-game area where players can simultaneously use both Joy-Con 2 controllers for mouse-like controls.

This special feature, highlighted in gameplay footage at the 0:38 mark of the latest trailer, demonstrates the Nintendo Switch 2's expanded control possibilities, including refined motion and gyro capabilities. While this mouse control room will also appear in releases on other platforms, the specific control schemes may differ depending on the hardware.

Importantly, developer Toby Fox has made it clear that the game’s actual content will remain identical across all platforms, ensuring assured parity in terms of narrative, dialogue, environments, and music.

In an official statement, Fox underscored, "No significant content will differ between platforms; everything from the story content to audio will keep full parity." Nintendo Switch 2 owners are set to enjoy additional convenience through seamless save data imports.

Players with previous progress in the original Deltarune Switch demo (Chapters 1 & 2) or the full release on the original Nintendo Switch will be able to transfer their save files to the new Nintendo Switch 2 edition.

This addition highlights a commitment to continuity and ensures loyal fans can pick up right where they left off. As one of the headline indie launches for the Nintendo Switch 2, Deltarune Chapters 1-4 joins a roster of anticipated titles leveraging the enhanced capabilities of Nintendo's latest console.

Further updates regarding pricing and availability through the Switch eShop are expected closer to release.

Toby Fox’s Deltarune and its earlier chapters have already garnered significant acclaim for their creativity and emotional resonance, setting high expectations for the upcoming release.

With the promise of cross-platform parity, innovative control options, and smooth save transfers, Deltarune Chapters 1-4 is poised to be a standout addition to the Nintendo Switch 2 library on launch day. For the latest official updates, visit toby.fangamer.com or the Nintendo Direct portal.

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