One Piece: Pirate Warriors 4 Nintendo Switch 2 Edition Announced with Enhanced Graphics and Free Upgrade

Bandai Namco has officially unveiled 'One Piece: Pirate Warriors 4 - Nintendo Switch 2 Edition' during the most recent Nintendo Direct presentation, exciting fans of the celebrated anime and manga series.

This updated version is set to launch for Nintendo Switch 2 in Fall 2025, bringing a wave of graphical enhancements and gameplay improvements to the popular musou-style action game. Originally released for the Nintendo Switch in March 2020, One Piece: Pirate Warriors 4 quickly became a top pick among enthusiasts of the franchise and the musou genre alike, renowned for its faithful retelling of iconic arcs and dynamic gameplay.

The new Nintendo Switch 2 Edition promises to elevate the experience further, with upgraded graphics that take advantage of the next-generation hardware.

Notably, players can expect more enemies on screen simultaneously, making the vibrant and chaotic battles even more intense. Bandai Namco has confirmed through Nintendo’s official press release that the Nintendo Switch 2 Edition will introduce additional features via upcoming DLCs, including the option to recruit extra characters.

This expansion aims to keep the roster fresh and give players more variety in their pirate squads, as they continue the adventure with Luffy and the Straw Hat crew in pursuit of the legendary One Piece treasure. Loyal fans who already own One Piece: Pirate Warriors 4 on the original Nintendo Switch platform will be pleased to learn that Bandai Namco is offering a free upgrade pack.

This pack allows current owners to seamlessly transition to the improved Nintendo Switch 2 Edition at no additional cost, ensuring that no pirate is left behind on their journey. A statement from the publisher, reflected in the official press materials, encourages players to 'join Luffy and the Straw Hats as they journey through famed locations and face memorable opponents, now enhanced with new graphical fidelity and gameplay upgrades unique to the Nintendo Switch 2.' The studio also highlighted that battles will feature a greater number of enemies on screen than ever before, taking full advantage of the upgraded hardware capabilities. For those yet to experience the high-seas action, One Piece: Pirate Warriors 4 remains available on the Nintendo Switch eShop, with regional sales occurring in markets such as the UK and Australia.

The series, developed in collaboration with Omega Force, has established itself as a staple among anime game adaptations, acknowledged for its sales milestones and positive reception within the gaming community. As anticipation builds for its Fall 2025 release, One Piece: Pirate Warriors 4 Nintendo Switch 2 Edition stands as a promising upgrade for both new and returning players.

Stay tuned for further updates as Bandai Namco and Nintendo prepare to set sail once more with the beloved Straw Hat Pirates.

Nintendo Switch 2 Nintendo Switch Nintendo Bandai Namco Switch 2 Switch Namco One Piece: Pirate Warriors 4 Bandai Nintendo Switch 2 Edition Switch 2 Edition One Piece One Piece Pirate Warriors 4 Nintendo Direct Nintendo eShop