Hexworks and Nintendo have confirmed that Lords of the Fallen II will arrive on Nintendo Switch 2 at launch this fall, releasing on the platform alongside other console and PC versions.
The announcement came via a Nintendo press release and the Nintendo Direct presentation on June 9, 2026, and follows Hexworks’ rise as a notable action-RPG developer after its 2023 debut.
Background and developer track record
Hexworks launched the rebooted Lords of the Fallen in 2023.
That original release opened to mixed critical reviews but gained a dedicated player base over time as Hexworks delivered patches and gameplay adjustments.
In 2025 the studio updated its character-creation system, replacing a prior set of body-type options with a simplified male/female selection—an unpopular yet high-profile change that nevertheless earned respect from segments of the community for its intent and implementation.
What to expect in Lords of the Fallen II
Hexworks describes the player’s role in Lords of the Fallen II as the bearer of the Umbral Lamp, a device that lets characters pass between the realms of the living and the dead to access distinct routes, rewards, and adversaries.
Players will traverse environments ranging from moonlit citadels to time-worn temples, encountering enemies that demand experimentation with melee, ranged, and sorcery builds.
The developer emphasizes encounter-focused design where build variety and careful play are central to overcoming unique foes and delivering dramatic finishing moves.
Release window and platforms
Nintendo and Hexworks have announced only a fall launch window for Lords of the Fallen II on Switch 2 and other platforms; an exact release date has not yet been confirmed.
The game will be available on the Nintendo eShop for Switch 2 at launch, mirroring simultaneous availability on other major platforms according to the official announcement.
Hexworks’ climb from a contested 2023 debut to a studio shipping a major simultaneous-launch title on next-gen Nintendo hardware marks a significant milestone.
We will update this report with the precise launch date and eShop pricing as soon as Nintendo and Hexworks publish those details.
Source: Nintendo press release; Nintendo Direct (June 9, 2026).
The announcement came via a Nintendo press release and the Nintendo Direct presentation on June 9, 2026, and follows Hexworks’ rise as a notable action-RPG developer after its 2023 debut.
Background and developer track record
Hexworks launched the rebooted Lords of the Fallen in 2023.
That original release opened to mixed critical reviews but gained a dedicated player base over time as Hexworks delivered patches and gameplay adjustments.
In 2025 the studio updated its character-creation system, replacing a prior set of body-type options with a simplified male/female selection—an unpopular yet high-profile change that nevertheless earned respect from segments of the community for its intent and implementation.
What to expect in Lords of the Fallen II
Hexworks describes the player’s role in Lords of the Fallen II as the bearer of the Umbral Lamp, a device that lets characters pass between the realms of the living and the dead to access distinct routes, rewards, and adversaries.
Players will traverse environments ranging from moonlit citadels to time-worn temples, encountering enemies that demand experimentation with melee, ranged, and sorcery builds.
The developer emphasizes encounter-focused design where build variety and careful play are central to overcoming unique foes and delivering dramatic finishing moves.
Release window and platforms
Nintendo and Hexworks have announced only a fall launch window for Lords of the Fallen II on Switch 2 and other platforms; an exact release date has not yet been confirmed.
The game will be available on the Nintendo eShop for Switch 2 at launch, mirroring simultaneous availability on other major platforms according to the official announcement.
Hexworks’ climb from a contested 2023 debut to a studio shipping a major simultaneous-launch title on next-gen Nintendo hardware marks a significant milestone.
We will update this report with the precise launch date and eShop pricing as soon as Nintendo and Hexworks publish those details.
Source: Nintendo press release; Nintendo Direct (June 9, 2026).