Fuga: Melodies of Steel 3 Unveils Solatorobo: Red the Hunter DLC for Nintendo Switch

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Published on: May 01, 2025

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CyberConnect2 has officially announced a special downloadable content (DLC) package for Fuga: Melodies of Steel 3, set to enhance the upcoming tactical RPG experience with content inspired by the classic Nintendo DS title Solatorobo: Red the Hunter.

This highly anticipated collaboration brings together two beloved universes, offering fresh engagement for fans on the Nintendo Switch platform. Fuga: Melodies of Steel 3, developed by CyberConnect2, continues the gripping narrative and strategy-driven gameplay that the series is known for.

Building on its predecessors’ success—including the original Fuga: Melodies of Steel, which launched to strong critical acclaim—the third installment is scheduled for release on Nintendo Switch on May 29, 2025.

Players can look forward to new strategic depth and a compelling story, while also diving into homage content from Solatorobo: Red the Hunter, a cult favorite that first made waves on the Nintendo DS. The newly unveiled DLC is split into two distinctive packs.

The Costume Pack offers exclusive outfits for key characters, including Malt, Mei, Hanna, Kyle, Boron, Socks, Chick, Hack, Sheena, Jin, Wappa, and Britz.

These alternate costumes can be equipped during both intermission sequences and expedition segments of the game, offering visual variety and a nostalgic nod to fans of Solatorobo: Red the Hunter. Additionally, the Sound Pack DLC features a collection of memorable tracks from Solatorobo: Red the Hunter, adding an auditory dimension to the crossover.

The selection includes songs such as "CODA," "Air In Airedale," "Drop of Light," "Shetland Mine," and "Mau: The Bower." These tracks promise to evoke fond memories for longtime fans while offering new players a taste of the atmosphere that made the original DS game a standout title. In a statement from CyberConnect2, the development team emphasized their commitment to honoring fan requests and celebrating the rich history of their games.

They highlighted the unique opportunity to bridge the two worlds, creating a special experience for players on the Nintendo Switch.

The creative collaboration demonstrates CyberConnect2’s ongoing dedication to fan service and historical preservation within the eShop ecosystem. Fuga: Melodies of Steel 3’s Solatorobo-themed DLC not only rewards players with new customization options and nostalgic music, but also showcases the developer's ability to merge beloved franchises in innovative ways.

With the game set for a May 29, 2025 release, anticipation is running high among RPG enthusiasts and longtime Nintendo fans alike.

For further details, fans can view the official trailers for both the Costume Pack and the Sound Pack DLC on CyberConnect2’s official channels and the Nintendo eShop.

As CyberConnect2 continues to build on its impressive legacy across Nintendo platforms, Fuga: Melodies of Steel 3 looks poised to become another memorable entry in the studio’s catalog.

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Fuga: Melodies of Steel 3 reveals Solatorobo: Red the Hunter DLC