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Xenoblade Chronicles 2 Switch 2 Edition release

Overview

The release of Xenoblade Chronicles 2 – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition involves significant content additions and technical upgrades. The upcoming edition, scheduled for release on July 30, 2026, includes the character MOMO Mizrahi from the Xenosaga series as a new Rare Blade. MOMO is described as a “Prototype 100-Series Realian” who can transition between light and dark forms.

Speculation regarding the intellectual property rights of Xenosaga has emerged following the omission of Bandai Namco Entertainment credits in game trailers and the removal of Xenosaga licensing information from Bandai Namco’s Japanese website in late 2025. While some suggest Nintendo may have acquired the property, no official confirmation has been provided by Nintendo, Monolith Soft, or Bandai Namco.

The Switch 2 Edition serves as an upgrade to the 2017 original, utilizing enhanced hardware to address previous technical limitations while maintaining the core narrative of Rex and Pyra in the world of Alrest.

Entities

Nintendo · Nintendo Co., Ltd. · Bandai Namco Entertainment Inc. · Monolith Soft · MOMO Mizrahi

Timeline

  1. 22 days ago

    [TECHNOLOGY] 2 sources
    Xenoblade Chronicles 2 – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition upgrade

    The Nintendo Switch 2 Edition of Xenoblade Chronicles 2 upgrades the ambitious Monolith Soft RPG, addressing previous technical limitations while maintaining its expansive narrative and deep gameplay.

  2. about 2 months ago

    [TECHNOLOGY] 3 sources
    Nintendo adds Xenosaga character MOMO to Xenoblade Chronicles 2 Switch 2 Edition

    MOMO from Xenosaga appears as a Rare Blade in Xenoblade Chronicles 2 Switch 2 Edition, sparking rumors Nintendo may have bought Xenosaga rights after missing Bandai Namco credits, though no confirmation exists.

Sources

starbit.pt · theaureview.com