Everybody's Golf: Hot Shots Launches September 2025 on Nintendo Switch With PAC-MAN as Early Pre-Order Bonus

Bandai Namco has officially set the release date for Everybody's Golf: Hot Shots, confirming its arrival on Nintendo Switch for 5th September 2025.

As one of the most recognizable golf simulation franchises, Everybody's Golf: Hot Shots brings its signature blend of accessible gameplay and colorful characters to a new hardware generation, further expanding the beloved series’ audience.

To celebrate the announcement, Bandai Namco released a new trailer highlighting the game's vibrant courses, character roster, and multiplayer features.

In a notable bonus for fans, players who pre-order the title on the Nintendo eShop or at participating retailers will unlock the iconic character PAC-MAN as an early playable golfer.

This special inclusion offers a crossover element sure to attract both golf enthusiasts and classic gaming fans alike. Everybody's Golf: Hot Shots was first revealed for Nintendo Switch in early 2025, with details gradually surfacing since its initial announcement.

Most recently, the game received an official ESRB rating, which serves as a key indicator that development is on schedule.

The title is rated 'E10+' for 'Everyone 10+', denoting mild language and suggestive themes.

According to the ESRB's summary, players can expect to select from a wide array of golfers and participate in matches, including a World Tour mode where characters exchange witty or cheeky dialogues.

Some loading screens feature close-up camera movements focused on character models, and mild language such as the word “damn” appears in the game. The confirmation of PAC-MAN as a pre-order bonus offers an incentive for early adopters, while the September 2025 release places Everybody's Golf: Hot Shots among the more anticipated Nintendo Switch sports titles for the year.

Although there has been no official mention of a release for potential future Nintendo hardware, current statements point to robust support for the Switch platform at launch. With Bandai Namco at the helm, the game maintains the series’ tradition of accessible controls, engaging modes, and whimsical presentation.

Fans seeking further details about gameplay features, online modes, or special content can refer to the official trailer and announcements released through the latest Nintendo Direct and company channels. Everybody's Golf: Hot Shots is now available for pre-order on the Nintendo eShop and other retail outlets, with PAC-MAN offered as a limited-time early unlock.

As the release date approaches, fans can expect more updates and previews, solidifying the title’s position in the Switch’s distinguished lineup of sports games for 2025.

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