Fantasy Life i launches on Nintendo Switch 2 next week, improvements detailed [update: trailer]
May 27: Fantasy Life i: The Girl Who Steals Time just received a release date on Nintendo Switch 2, and it turns out you won’t have to wait very long to play it. Level-5 says it’ll be ready in time for the console’s launch on June 5, 2025.
We previously heard that there would be some improvements on Nintendo Switch 2 compared to the Switch 1 version, and now we have full details. According to Level-5, there’ll be better graphics and an improved frame rate. Additionally, distant objects will be rendered more clearly. Game startup and scene transitions are also faster and more seamless as well.
Below are a couple of graphics comparisons provided by Level-5:
Note that Fantasy Life i: The Girl Who Steals Time will not be getting an Digital Deluxe Edition on Nintendo Switch 2. Level-5 says that those interested in it should purchase the Nintendo Switch version and then pick up the Nintendo Switch 2 Edition upgrade pack.
The upgrade pack will be available to any owner of the Nintendo Switch 1 version. This will cost just $2.59.
Level-5 just recently announced that the game surpassed 500,000 copies sold worldwide. That news is being celebrated with a special item distribution for fans – check that out here.
May 30: Level-5 has just released gameplay footage further comparing the Switch and Switch 2 versions of Fantasy Life i: The Girl Who Steals Time. The videos compare graphics and load times.
You can see the showcases below:
Load Time Showcase
Graphics Showcase
June 4: A new trailer has now been released. View it below.
