Square Enix, renowned for its genre-defining RPGs and innovative visual styles, has officially announced the Nintendo Switch 2 release date for its upcoming title, The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales.
The reveal took place during the latest Partner Showcase, where the publisher detailed launch timing, showcased new gameplay, and reaffirmed its commitment to high-quality experiences on Nintendo's next-generation console. Scheduled to launch on June 18, 2024, The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales brings Square Enix’s celebrated HD-2D visuals—previously seen in titles such as Octopath Traveler and Triangle Strategy—to the new Nintendo Switch 2 hardware.
Accompanying the announcement, a new trailer provided a deeper look at Elliot's time-traveling journey, highlighting dynamic boss battles and multiple narrative eras. The story follows protagonist Elliot and his fairy companion as they traverse four distinctive ages—The Age of Safekeeping, Reconstruction, Magic, and Budding—in a quest to break a mysterious curse cast upon a princess.
The game’s mechanics blend traditional role-playing exploration with innovative time-travel elements, promising fans a rich, multi-layered experience.
The newly released footage emphasized the diversity of environments and upgrades that become accessible as players move between these eras. During the showcase, Square Enix representatives reiterated their excitement for fans to experience the game firsthand, pointing to the continued commitment to expanding the HD-2D library on Nintendo platforms.
A Square Enix spokesperson stated that The Adventures of Elliot “represents the next evolution of our storytelling ethos within the beloved HD-2D art style, delivering classic gameplay with a modern twist for Nintendo Switch 2 audiences.” Ahead of the June release date, players can immerse themselves in a free demo currently available on the Nintendo eShop.
Early impressions from last year’s demo were overwhelmingly positive, with industry analysts praising the game’s art direction, fluid battle system, and inventive use of time manipulation across its distinct epochs. The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales is poised to become a flagship RPG for the Nintendo Switch 2 ecosystem and further cements Square Enix’s legacy of delivering memorable, visually stunning games.
Stay tuned for more updates as the release date approaches and be sure to try the free demo to experience the magic before launch.
The reveal took place during the latest Partner Showcase, where the publisher detailed launch timing, showcased new gameplay, and reaffirmed its commitment to high-quality experiences on Nintendo's next-generation console. Scheduled to launch on June 18, 2024, The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales brings Square Enix’s celebrated HD-2D visuals—previously seen in titles such as Octopath Traveler and Triangle Strategy—to the new Nintendo Switch 2 hardware.
Accompanying the announcement, a new trailer provided a deeper look at Elliot's time-traveling journey, highlighting dynamic boss battles and multiple narrative eras. The story follows protagonist Elliot and his fairy companion as they traverse four distinctive ages—The Age of Safekeeping, Reconstruction, Magic, and Budding—in a quest to break a mysterious curse cast upon a princess.
The game’s mechanics blend traditional role-playing exploration with innovative time-travel elements, promising fans a rich, multi-layered experience.
The newly released footage emphasized the diversity of environments and upgrades that become accessible as players move between these eras. During the showcase, Square Enix representatives reiterated their excitement for fans to experience the game firsthand, pointing to the continued commitment to expanding the HD-2D library on Nintendo platforms.
A Square Enix spokesperson stated that The Adventures of Elliot “represents the next evolution of our storytelling ethos within the beloved HD-2D art style, delivering classic gameplay with a modern twist for Nintendo Switch 2 audiences.” Ahead of the June release date, players can immerse themselves in a free demo currently available on the Nintendo eShop.
Early impressions from last year’s demo were overwhelmingly positive, with industry analysts praising the game’s art direction, fluid battle system, and inventive use of time manipulation across its distinct epochs. The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales is poised to become a flagship RPG for the Nintendo Switch 2 ecosystem and further cements Square Enix’s legacy of delivering memorable, visually stunning games.
Stay tuned for more updates as the release date approaches and be sure to try the free demo to experience the magic before launch.
