Level-5 has officially announced that Inazuma Eleven: Victory Road, the eagerly-awaited entry in its beloved soccer RPG franchise, will be available on both Nintendo Switch and the upcoming Switch 2 starting November 13, 2025.
This launch marks the end of a long and eventful development cycle for Victory Road, which experienced several delays and underwent two title changes before reaching its release date. Leading up to the launch, Level-5 has offered fans a generous preview by releasing footage showcasing the first 30 minutes of the game's story mode.
The segment, available to view on the official channels, emphasizes the narrative-rich direction the series is taking.
In this opening sequence, players explore the school grounds for the first time, encountering a variety of characters and unraveling the beginnings of an epic soccer tale—all before their first match takes place. A standout feature highlighted in the preview is the cinematic quality of the game's animated cutscenes, produced by renowned animation studio MAPPA.
MAPPA's reputation precedes it, having delivered acclaimed work on series such as Jujutsu Kaisen, Attack on Titan Season 4, Vinland Saga Season 2, and Chainsaw Man.
Their contributions promise to elevate the storytelling and emotional resonance within Inazuma Eleven: Victory Road. While some platforms—including PC, PlayStation, and Xbox—have granted early access to players who pre-ordered the game, Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 users will have full access only upon the official launch date.
Early access has allowed select players to dive in ahead of time, generating buzz within the gaming community.
However, Nintendo users must wait for November 13 before joining in themselves, as pre-release play is not available for these platforms. Regarding reviews, industry outlets have clarified that advance review codes for the Switch versions are not yet available.
According to a restatement of comments from Push Square, access to the Switch 2 iteration—featuring enhancements like Mouse Mode, improved performance, and visual upgrades—will only be granted at launch or once review codes are distributed.
As a result, the community can expect detailed reviews and critical analysis of the Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 versions soon after the game's release. Inazuma Eleven: Victory Road continues Level-5's tradition of innovative soccer gameplay combined with rich RPG elements, which has earned the series a loyal global following.
With anticipation at a high, players and fans alike are eager to experience the new features, expanded narrative, and next-generation enhancements this installment promises on Nintendo's flagship hardware.
This launch marks the end of a long and eventful development cycle for Victory Road, which experienced several delays and underwent two title changes before reaching its release date. Leading up to the launch, Level-5 has offered fans a generous preview by releasing footage showcasing the first 30 minutes of the game's story mode.
The segment, available to view on the official channels, emphasizes the narrative-rich direction the series is taking.
In this opening sequence, players explore the school grounds for the first time, encountering a variety of characters and unraveling the beginnings of an epic soccer tale—all before their first match takes place. A standout feature highlighted in the preview is the cinematic quality of the game's animated cutscenes, produced by renowned animation studio MAPPA.
MAPPA's reputation precedes it, having delivered acclaimed work on series such as Jujutsu Kaisen, Attack on Titan Season 4, Vinland Saga Season 2, and Chainsaw Man.
Their contributions promise to elevate the storytelling and emotional resonance within Inazuma Eleven: Victory Road. While some platforms—including PC, PlayStation, and Xbox—have granted early access to players who pre-ordered the game, Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 users will have full access only upon the official launch date.
Early access has allowed select players to dive in ahead of time, generating buzz within the gaming community.
However, Nintendo users must wait for November 13 before joining in themselves, as pre-release play is not available for these platforms. Regarding reviews, industry outlets have clarified that advance review codes for the Switch versions are not yet available.
According to a restatement of comments from Push Square, access to the Switch 2 iteration—featuring enhancements like Mouse Mode, improved performance, and visual upgrades—will only be granted at launch or once review codes are distributed.
As a result, the community can expect detailed reviews and critical analysis of the Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 versions soon after the game's release. Inazuma Eleven: Victory Road continues Level-5's tradition of innovative soccer gameplay combined with rich RPG elements, which has earned the series a loyal global following.
With anticipation at a high, players and fans alike are eager to experience the new features, expanded narrative, and next-generation enhancements this installment promises on Nintendo's flagship hardware.
