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NIS America and Falcom have officially announced that the action JRPG Ys VIII: Lacrimosa of DANA is scheduled to launch on the Nintendo Switch 2 on 25 February 2027. This release was confirmed via a trailer published by the publisher on 20 October 2026.
The upcoming port utilizes the hardware capabilities of the new console, featuring performance up to 120 frames per second. Additionally, the title introduces GameShare functionality, allowing a second player to join locally, even on a separate console. This version also marks the debut of Spanish-language support for the game.
The narrative follows protagonist Adol, who finds himself shipwrecked on a cursed island where he must establish a village with other survivors to combat local beasts. The title has previously seen releases on various platforms, including the PS Vita in 2016, the original Nintendo Switch in 2018, and PlayStation 5 in 2022.
Regarding availability, NIS America has not yet disclosed pricing details for the Switch 2 edition. Furthermore, the publisher has not confirmed whether an upgrade path will be provided for those who already own the 2018 version of the game on the original Nintendo Switch.
