Bandai Namco Entertainment has officially announced that Tales of Arise Beyond the Dawn Edition is in development for the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2.
This news was unveiled during this week's Nintendo Direct: Partner Showcase, bringing significant excitement to RPG fans and Switch owners anticipating the next generation of Nintendo hardware. Originally launched in 2021 for PlayStation, Xbox, and PC, Tales of Arise is an award-winning action RPG that reinvigorated Bandai Namco’s beloved Tales franchise.
The game follows the intertwining journeys of Alphen and Shionne as they join forces to liberate the planet Dahna from three centuries of Rena’s oppressive rule.
Their epic tale underpins themes of hope, freedom, and forging a shared future despite vastly different origins.
Tales of Arise went on to achieve critical acclaim, including the award for Best Role Playing Game at The Game Awards 2021, and has sold over 2 million copies worldwide as of 2023. Now, with Tales of Arise Beyond the Dawn Edition arriving on Nintendo Switch 2, new and returning players will have the opportunity to experience the definitive package.
The Beyond the Dawn Edition includes the complete base game, the expansive Beyond the Dawn DLC, and an array of additional in-game costumes and bonus items, offering a comprehensive adventure for both series veterans and newcomers. The Beyond the Dawn expansion continues the saga one year after the main storyline, offering over 20 hours of additional gameplay.
Players will get to explore new regions, meet fresh characters, and further unravel the ongoing conflict between Renans and Dahnans.
The narrative expansion focuses on the evolving destinies of the original party and deepens the lore surrounding their struggle for peace. A spokesperson for Bandai Namco Entertainment emphasized the studio’s commitment to delivering a premium RPG experience on the next-generation Nintendo platform, stating that the inclusion of all content in a single package "ensures fans can fully immerse themselves in the world of Tales of Arise, enhanced for the unique features of Nintendo Switch 2." Tales of Arise Beyond the Dawn Edition is scheduled to launch simultaneously at retail and digitally via the Nintendo eShop for Nintendo Switch 2 worldwide on May 22, 2026.
This move marks a significant milestone for Bandai Namco’s presence on Nintendo platforms and expands access to one of the genre’s stand-out titles ahead of the Switch 2’s highly anticipated launch cycle. With the addition of Tales of Arise Beyond the Dawn Edition to the Nintendo Switch 2’s upcoming library, RPG fans have another reason to look forward to the console’s debut.
Stay tuned for more updates as the release date approaches, and visit the official Nintendo eShop for pre-order details and new information on this acclaimed action RPG.
This news was unveiled during this week's Nintendo Direct: Partner Showcase, bringing significant excitement to RPG fans and Switch owners anticipating the next generation of Nintendo hardware. Originally launched in 2021 for PlayStation, Xbox, and PC, Tales of Arise is an award-winning action RPG that reinvigorated Bandai Namco’s beloved Tales franchise.
The game follows the intertwining journeys of Alphen and Shionne as they join forces to liberate the planet Dahna from three centuries of Rena’s oppressive rule.
Their epic tale underpins themes of hope, freedom, and forging a shared future despite vastly different origins.
Tales of Arise went on to achieve critical acclaim, including the award for Best Role Playing Game at The Game Awards 2021, and has sold over 2 million copies worldwide as of 2023. Now, with Tales of Arise Beyond the Dawn Edition arriving on Nintendo Switch 2, new and returning players will have the opportunity to experience the definitive package.
The Beyond the Dawn Edition includes the complete base game, the expansive Beyond the Dawn DLC, and an array of additional in-game costumes and bonus items, offering a comprehensive adventure for both series veterans and newcomers. The Beyond the Dawn expansion continues the saga one year after the main storyline, offering over 20 hours of additional gameplay.
Players will get to explore new regions, meet fresh characters, and further unravel the ongoing conflict between Renans and Dahnans.
The narrative expansion focuses on the evolving destinies of the original party and deepens the lore surrounding their struggle for peace. A spokesperson for Bandai Namco Entertainment emphasized the studio’s commitment to delivering a premium RPG experience on the next-generation Nintendo platform, stating that the inclusion of all content in a single package "ensures fans can fully immerse themselves in the world of Tales of Arise, enhanced for the unique features of Nintendo Switch 2." Tales of Arise Beyond the Dawn Edition is scheduled to launch simultaneously at retail and digitally via the Nintendo eShop for Nintendo Switch 2 worldwide on May 22, 2026.
This move marks a significant milestone for Bandai Namco’s presence on Nintendo platforms and expands access to one of the genre’s stand-out titles ahead of the Switch 2’s highly anticipated launch cycle. With the addition of Tales of Arise Beyond the Dawn Edition to the Nintendo Switch 2’s upcoming library, RPG fans have another reason to look forward to the console’s debut.
Stay tuned for more updates as the release date approaches, and visit the official Nintendo eShop for pre-order details and new information on this acclaimed action RPG.
