Kepler Interactive and Shapefarm have confirmed a release date for their intergalactic co-op puzzle adventure Orbitals, which is coming exclusively to Nintendo Switch 2.
Set in a retro anime galaxy, in Orbitals, you play as inseparable explorers Maki and Omura who have a whole lot more determination than they have on-the-job experience.
They must brave the perils of space to save their crumbling home from the dangers of a supernatural cosmic storm. Whether using unique tools to open the path forward, piloting their spaceship through dangerous asteroid fields or soaking up the “lavish” anime-inspired atmosphere, you will forge new bonds as friends together.
The game is being developed in Unreal Engine 5, and you can choose to team up with two pairs of Joy-Con 2 controllers on a single Nintendo Switch 2 for split-screen local co-op, using the system’s GameShare feature to share Orbitals with another local player on a compatible Nintendo Switch 2 or Nintendo Switch device, or by matchmaking online with their friends and taking advantage of the Nintendo Switch 2’s built-in microphone and GameChat to communicate.
There is a Deluxe Edition available, which includes a digital artbook packed with original retro anime-inspired concept art and illustrations, the Orbitals original digital soundtrack, two exclusive character costumes (one for Maki and one for Omura) and two unique ship skins to customise your journey beyond the Storm Wall.
Orbitals will be released digitally on the Nintendo eShop for Nintendo Switch 2 worldwide in Summer 2026.
Orbitals Trailer
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