Hello Kitty Island Adventure Physical Release Coming to Nintendo Switch: Release Dates, Editions, and Features Detailed

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Published on: July 17, 2025

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Sanrio and developer Sunblink have officially announced that Hello Kitty Island Adventure is receiving a physical release on Nintendo Switch, delivering new ways for fans to experience the highly anticipated title.

The physical editions are launching after a successful digital debut, expanding the game's reach to collectors and series enthusiasts alike. Hello Kitty Island Adventure quickly became a fan-favorite on various platforms thanks to its charming gameplay and the enduring popularity of its Sanrio cast.

Set in the vibrant world of Big Adventures Park, players are invited to assist Hello Kitty and friends in reviving a once-desolate theme park.

Originally released digitally via the Nintendo eShop, the upcoming physical editions include an array of bundled content designed to enhance the player's journey from the start. Three Deluxe Bundles are packaged alongside the base game, equipping players with a host of useful items and cosmetics.

The Deluxe Event Bundle contains over 330 unique rewards, including a full year of Legacy Event clothing, furniture, and seasonal cosmetics.

The Deluxe Starter Bundle features valuable resources like friendship blossoms, bouquets, and strawberry crates, while the Deluxe Crafting Bundle delivers crucial crafting materials—such as dye, sticks, iron ore, and rubber—to jumpstart your island restoration efforts. According to the developers at Sunblink, these bundled editions aim to give fans a 'super-charged start' in building their dream island adventure.

In an official statement, the teams highlighted their commitment to providing a premium, microtransaction-free experience where players can enjoy all in-game content without additional purchases. A Standard Edition of Hello Kitty Island Adventure is set to launch on August 29, 2025, at a retail price of $39.99 (or local equivalent pricing in Europe and the UK).

A more elaborate Gift Box Edition, arriving November 7, 2025, includes everything from the Deluxe Edition—over 300 unique items and bundles—plus printed collectibles such as a Critter and Fish guide, a set of exclusive collectible cards, a premium double-sided poster, and the special keepsake, Tophat’s Memories, all housed within a specially designed box.

The Gift Box Edition is priced at $59.99 / €59.99 / £52.99 and will be available across North America, Europe, and Asia. Hello Kitty Island Adventure offers expansive content with over 100 hours of adventures and stories across diverse biomes, including haunted mansions, volcanic mountains, and lush meadows.

Players can create custom Sanrio-style avatars, express themselves with a robust character creator, and participate in crafting, cooking, fishing, and multiplayer island exploration.

Notably, the game stands out for its lack of microtransactions or premium currencies, reinforcing its family-friendly, fully accessible approach. Pre-orders for all editions are now open through major retailers and the Nintendo eShop.

With the physical versions releasing this spring and special editions planned for later in the year, Hello Kitty Island Adventure continues to establish itself as a standout title on Nintendo Switch, celebrating Sanrio’s beloved characters and immersive, community-driven gameplay.

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