Nintendo eShop Update: Fantasy Life i Launch and Switch 2 Pre-orders Highlight New Releases

This week’s Nintendo eShop update brings an exciting slate of launches, classic titles, and fresh pre-order opportunities for fans of the Nintendo Switch and upcoming Switch 2 hardware.

Headlining the week is the long-anticipated release of Fantasy Life i: The Girl Who Steals Time, Level-5’s follow-up to the acclaimed 2012 Nintendo 3DS adventure.

Also newly available are retro heavy-hitters and popular soundtracks, plus a wave of new and returning games certain to keep every type of player engaged. **Fantasy Life i: The Girl Who Steals Time Now Available** After several delays and a series of engaging trailers, Fantasy Life i finally makes its debut on Nintendo Switch.

Developed by Level-5, this life simulation and adventure game invites players to carve out their destinies from 14 unique "Life" roles—ranging from warriors and crafters to gatherers.

The game introduces robust features, including console cross-play, town building, and an island-hopping story that unites past and present.

With the ability to swap roles at will and up to four-player online co-op, Fantasy Life i offers an expansive and personalized experience.

As of this week, it is officially available for purchase on the Nintendo eShop. **Nintendo Switch Online Expands with Killer Instinct Gold** Fighting game enthusiasts have a reason to celebrate with the arrival of Killer Instinct Gold to the Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack catalog.

Originally developed by Rare and released for the Nintendo 64 in 1996, this tournament-style brawler challenges players to master a roster of 10 fighters across Arcade, Team, and Tournament modes.

The Switch version preserves the fast-paced action, iconic combos, and tournament play that made it a classic, with comprehensive training modes for newcomers and veterans alike. **Soundtracks and Classic Tunes: Kid Icarus Joins Nintendo Music** Nintendo’s growing digital music library continues to expand with the addition of music from Kid Icarus.

Both the Famicom Disk System and NES soundtracks from Pit’s classic adventure are now available on Nintendo Music for smart devices, providing fans with a nostalgic way to revisit the melodies of Angel Land while celebrating the storied history of Nintendo’s audio legacy. **Pre-Orders Open for Switch 2 Lineup** Looking forward, the Nintendo Switch 2 is just around the corner.

This week, pre-orders went live for high-profile new releases set to arrive alongside the system’s launch on June 5.

Titles available for advance purchase on the Nintendo eShop include: - *Hitman World of Assassination – Signature Edition* (IO Interactive): The definitive stealth action trilogy arrives with enhanced features for Switch 2. - *Kunitsu-Gami: Path of the Goddess* (Capcom): An innovative action-strategy hybrid with Japanese folklore influences, coming with pre-order bonuses like Mazo Talismans and an artbook. - *Survival Kids*: An all-new co-op adventure where players explore mysterious islands and work together to survive. **More Nintendo News and Activities** Nintendo also announced fresh activities and updates: - *Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment*, developed by Koei-Tecmo Games, was spotlighted in the latest “Creator’s Voice” video, offering insights into the next chapter of the franchise for the Switch 2. - *Animal Crossing: New Horizons* fans can now wake up to island-inspired alarms thanks to the latest free update for Alarmo, Nintendo’s Sound Clock app. The Nintendo eShop has also welcomed dozens of new titles this week—ranging from retro gems like ADVANCED V.G.

Saturn Tribute to inventive indies such as Please, Touch The Artwork 2. **Conclusion** With Fantasy Life i delivering an expansive new world to explore, Killer Instinct Gold marking another stellar retro addition, and Nintendo preparing for the Switch 2 launch with enticing pre-orders, there’s plenty to keep the Nintendo community excited.

Check out the Nintendo eShop and Nintendo Switch Online for the complete list of games, events, and music rolling out this week, and get ready for another week of unforgettable Nintendo experiences.

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