Konami has officially announced eFootball: Kick-Off! as a Nintendo Switch 2 exclusive, making a high-profile debut through the recent Nintendo Direct Partner Showcase.
Scheduled for release in the summer, this marks a significant moment for the eFootball series, aligning the game’s launch perfectly with the global excitement of this year’s World Cup.
This title stands out as the first entry in the eFootball franchise to appear on a Nintendo platform since the rebranding to eFootball in 2021.
The series itself is the modern successor to Pro Evolution Soccer—a name well-known to global football gaming fans—and retains its legacy as Winning Eleven in Japan.
The evolution of this franchise signals Konami’s renewed commitment to bringing top-tier football experiences to Nintendo fans. Unlike its free-to-play mainline counterpart, eFootball: Kick-Off! is being developed specifically for the Nintendo Switch 2 hardware, offering a suite of new and returning features tailored for the console’s capabilities.
Konami revealed that the game will deliver multiple engaging modes, aiming to cater to seasoned players and newcomers alike.
Key features include: - **World Tour**: Players can establish and develop their own club teams, participating in tournaments worldwide.
Victories earn the chance to recruit players or use earned in-game currency to sign legendary football figures, fostering a competitive and collectible gameplay loop. - **International Cup**: This prestigious mode allows players to manage national teams and compete for international glory, imitating football’s most celebrated tournament.
The International Cup will be introduced as additional downloadable content after launch. - **Beginner-Friendly Modes**: eFootball: Kick-Off! promises accessible modes, such as 6-on-6 matches that encourage fast-paced play and high scoring.
The inclusion of a performance-based ranking system is designed to foster player progression as skills develop. - **Local and Online Play**: Whether solo, with friends via local wireless, or competing against the global community online, the game ensures flexible access to matches anytime and anywhere. Konami emphasized that eFootball: Kick-Off! takes full advantage of the Nintendo Switch 2, with refined controls and an intuitive pick-up-and-play design, granting both new and dedicated fans a rewarding experience. With eyes around the world focused on North America for the upcoming World Cup, Nintendo Switch 2 owners will gain a timely opportunity to engage in their own football stories, executing goals and creating memorable moments within this highly anticipated title.
eFootball: Kick-Off! is set to expand the library of sports offerings on the eShop this summer, reconnecting a legendary series with Nintendo’s passionate player base and marking a pivotal chapter in the partnership between Konami and Nintendo.
Scheduled for release in the summer, this marks a significant moment for the eFootball series, aligning the game’s launch perfectly with the global excitement of this year’s World Cup.
This title stands out as the first entry in the eFootball franchise to appear on a Nintendo platform since the rebranding to eFootball in 2021.
The series itself is the modern successor to Pro Evolution Soccer—a name well-known to global football gaming fans—and retains its legacy as Winning Eleven in Japan.
The evolution of this franchise signals Konami’s renewed commitment to bringing top-tier football experiences to Nintendo fans. Unlike its free-to-play mainline counterpart, eFootball: Kick-Off! is being developed specifically for the Nintendo Switch 2 hardware, offering a suite of new and returning features tailored for the console’s capabilities.
Konami revealed that the game will deliver multiple engaging modes, aiming to cater to seasoned players and newcomers alike.
Key features include: - **World Tour**: Players can establish and develop their own club teams, participating in tournaments worldwide.
Victories earn the chance to recruit players or use earned in-game currency to sign legendary football figures, fostering a competitive and collectible gameplay loop. - **International Cup**: This prestigious mode allows players to manage national teams and compete for international glory, imitating football’s most celebrated tournament.
The International Cup will be introduced as additional downloadable content after launch. - **Beginner-Friendly Modes**: eFootball: Kick-Off! promises accessible modes, such as 6-on-6 matches that encourage fast-paced play and high scoring.
The inclusion of a performance-based ranking system is designed to foster player progression as skills develop. - **Local and Online Play**: Whether solo, with friends via local wireless, or competing against the global community online, the game ensures flexible access to matches anytime and anywhere. Konami emphasized that eFootball: Kick-Off! takes full advantage of the Nintendo Switch 2, with refined controls and an intuitive pick-up-and-play design, granting both new and dedicated fans a rewarding experience. With eyes around the world focused on North America for the upcoming World Cup, Nintendo Switch 2 owners will gain a timely opportunity to engage in their own football stories, executing goals and creating memorable moments within this highly anticipated title.
eFootball: Kick-Off! is set to expand the library of sports offerings on the eShop this summer, reconnecting a legendary series with Nintendo’s passionate player base and marking a pivotal chapter in the partnership between Konami and Nintendo.
