One Piece: Pirate Warriors 4 Nintendo Switch 2 Edition Launches November 2025 with Free Upgrade

Bandai Namco has officially announced the release date for One Piece: Pirate Warriors 4 Nintendo Switch 2 Edition, set to launch globally on November 21, 2025.

Revealed during the most recent Nintendo Direct broadcast and accompanied by a fresh trailer, this upgraded action-adventure title promises fans enhanced gameplay experiences on the anticipated Nintendo Switch 2 hardware. One Piece: Pirate Warriors 4, originally released in March 2020 for various platforms, builds on the high-energy musou formula, allowing players to relive epic moments from Eiichiro Oda’s legendary anime and manga.

The new Nintendo Switch 2 Edition brings significant graphical improvements, increases the number of visible enemies in battle, and allows for even more vibrant, large-scale skirmishes fitting the franchise's dramatic style. A key point for current owners of the Nintendo Switch version: Bandai Namco has confirmed a free upgrade pack will be available.

This initiative ensures existing players can seamlessly transfer to the enhanced Nintendo Switch 2 Edition without any extra cost.

As stated in Nintendo’s official press release, "Players with the Nintendo Switch version can upgrade to the Nintendo Switch 2 Edition for free using the upgrade pack." Coinciding with the upgraded release, Bandai Namco will launch Character Pass 3 DLC No.

7 on November 21, 2025.

This DLC pack introduces the "Future Island Egghead Pack," adds three new outfits, and features a new special move for the beloved character Shanks.

The publisher has further outlined plans for Character Pass 3 DLC No.

8, scheduled to arrive in early 2026, continuing their commitment to ongoing content and support for the title.

The latest trailer also showcases previous expansions from Character Passes 1 and 2, offering fans a comprehensive look at the game's evolving roster and content. In One Piece: Pirate Warriors 4, players join Luffy and his Straw Hat crew as they journey through iconic locations from the series, confronting formidable foes and uncovering the secrets of the Grand Line.

The Nintendo Switch 2 enhancements—including more enemies on screen and additional playable characters in forthcoming DLCs—deliver a richer and more immersive experience for both new players and longtime fans. The Nintendo Switch eShop currently lists One Piece: Pirate Warriors 4 with regional discounts, including in markets such as the UK and Australia, making this an opportune moment for newcomers to dive into the series before the arrival of the Nintendo Switch 2 Edition. With Bandai Namco’s ongoing support and Switch 2’s improved hardware capabilities, One Piece: Pirate Warriors 4 is poised to stand as a benchmark for anime-based action games on Nintendo’s next-generation console.

Stay tuned for further updates on upcoming DLC and post-launch support as the release approaches.

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