Shift Up said during a Nintendo Direct presentation on June 9, 2026 [2], that Stellar Blade will launch on the Nintendo Switch 2 in 2026 [1].
The announcement marks a significant expansion for the title as it moves to Nintendo's next-generation hardware. This transition suggests a broader accessibility strategy for the developer to reach a wider audience beyond its previous platforms.
Nintendo revealed the news through an official trailer during the online broadcast [3]. The footage showcased the game's visuals and confirmed that the title is slated for release later this year [5].
Stellar Blade originally launched on the PlayStation 5 on April 26, 2024 [3]. The game later expanded to PC via Steam and the Epic Games Store on June 11, 2024 [3]. This latest move to the Nintendo Switch 2 follows that pattern of multi-platform deployment.
Shift Up developed the title, while Nintendo served as the presenter for the Direct broadcast [1]. The trailer was subsequently posted to YouTube for public viewing [4].
“Stellar Blade will launch on the Nintendo Switch 2 in 2026”
The arrival of Stellar Blade on the Nintendo Switch 2 indicates a strategic shift toward platform agnosticism for Shift Up. By moving from a PlayStation 5 exclusive to PC and now to Nintendo's hardware, the developer is maximizing the commercial reach of the IP. For Nintendo, securing high-fidelity titles like Stellar Blade helps establish the Switch 2's technical capabilities compared to its predecessor.
