Level-5 has announced that Inazuma Eleven: Victory Road, the highly anticipated football RPG, has already surpassed 500,000 sales worldwide just one week after its release across multiple platforms, including the Nintendo Switch and Switch 2.
This milestone, confirmed by Level-5 CEO Akihiro Hino on social media, marks a significant achievement for a franchise that has faced several development delays and high fan expectations. The Inazuma Eleven series, developed by Level-5, is renowned for blending traditional RPG mechanics with sports gameplay, offering a unique twist on football (soccer) video games.
Victory Road’s release on April 25, 2024, marks the franchise’s return to Nintendo hardware, with the game also launching on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series platforms, and PC via Steam.
Given the lengthy development period and the enduring popularity of the series in both Japan and abroad, the early sales figures highlight strong interest from a global audience. In a statement shared by Akihiro Hino on X (formerly Twitter), the Level-5 CEO expressed gratitude for the positive reception and outlined future plans for the title.
Hino conveyed that the studio will "leverage the strengths of a digital-only release to enhance gameplay and introduce additional content," encouraging players to anticipate more updates in the near future. Further details were provided on the official Inazuma Eleven website, where Level-5 confirmed that new content will be introduced to Victory Road's throwback Chronicle Mode.
Upcoming updates will feature "Galaxy," "Scales of Ares," and "Seal of Orion" routes, all inspired by the well-known Inazuma Eleven anime series.
Additionally, players can look forward to an online tournament and further free content, broadening the game's appeal and longevity. The initial commercial success of Inazuma Eleven: Victory Road not only reinstates the franchise's influence within the football RPG genre but also demonstrates Level-5’s commitment to supporting the game post-launch.
As the title continues to attract both newcomers and longtime fans on the Nintendo Switch, Switch 2, and other major platforms, expectations remain high for its ongoing content roadmap. Stay tuned for our comprehensive review of Inazuma Eleven: Victory Road, which will provide deeper insights into gameplay mechanics, content updates, and overall player experience on Nintendo Switch and beyond.
This milestone, confirmed by Level-5 CEO Akihiro Hino on social media, marks a significant achievement for a franchise that has faced several development delays and high fan expectations. The Inazuma Eleven series, developed by Level-5, is renowned for blending traditional RPG mechanics with sports gameplay, offering a unique twist on football (soccer) video games.
Victory Road’s release on April 25, 2024, marks the franchise’s return to Nintendo hardware, with the game also launching on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series platforms, and PC via Steam.
Given the lengthy development period and the enduring popularity of the series in both Japan and abroad, the early sales figures highlight strong interest from a global audience. In a statement shared by Akihiro Hino on X (formerly Twitter), the Level-5 CEO expressed gratitude for the positive reception and outlined future plans for the title.
Hino conveyed that the studio will "leverage the strengths of a digital-only release to enhance gameplay and introduce additional content," encouraging players to anticipate more updates in the near future. Further details were provided on the official Inazuma Eleven website, where Level-5 confirmed that new content will be introduced to Victory Road's throwback Chronicle Mode.
Upcoming updates will feature "Galaxy," "Scales of Ares," and "Seal of Orion" routes, all inspired by the well-known Inazuma Eleven anime series.
Additionally, players can look forward to an online tournament and further free content, broadening the game's appeal and longevity. The initial commercial success of Inazuma Eleven: Victory Road not only reinstates the franchise's influence within the football RPG genre but also demonstrates Level-5’s commitment to supporting the game post-launch.
As the title continues to attract both newcomers and longtime fans on the Nintendo Switch, Switch 2, and other major platforms, expectations remain high for its ongoing content roadmap. Stay tuned for our comprehensive review of Inazuma Eleven: Victory Road, which will provide deeper insights into gameplay mechanics, content updates, and overall player experience on Nintendo Switch and beyond.
