Guitar Life for Nintendo Switch getting English release in the west

After a previous debut in Japan, Guitar Life for Nintendo Switch is coming west on Nintendo Switch with full English support. It will be out stateside on December 15, 2025.

Guitar Life is all about teaching you how to play a guitar. There are specific lessons you can follow, but also a variety of other modes – including free play.

Here’s a whole bunch of information about what’s on offer:

Learn to play guitar while gaming with HORI’s Guitar Life! This controller and software bundle is designed specifically for learning guitar on the Nintendo Switch. Shaped like a real guitar, the controller features pressure sensitive strings and even includes a pick for a realistic guitar experience as you learn. Interactive lessons provide opportunities to learn popular songs as well as master chords and various exercises. Track your achievement progress, analyze areas for improvement, and increase your proficiency rank through regular practice with Guitar Life.

Game Modes:

• Lesson Mode: Learn the chords with your mascot instructor Horichi
• Free Play Mode: Take a break from lessons and play your own way with this freestyle mode
• Musical Performance: Play from a selection of popular songs included with this bundle:
  • “Sweet Home Alabama”
  • “Amarillo by Morning”
  • “Breakfast at Tiffany’s”
  • “Closing Time”
  • “So Far Away”
  • “Born to Be Wild”
  • “Ramblin’ Man”
  • “Rhinestone Cowboy”
  • “Absolutely (Story of a Girl)”
  • “China Grove”
  • “Happy Birthday to You”
  • “Twinkle Twinkle Little Star”
  • “Jingle Bells”
• Chord Run: Keep Horichi surviving at full health by playing chords in Easy, Normal and Endless Mode
  Rhythm Riff: Practice well known chords with your instructor Canon that will help you play real life songs

Insert the Joy-Con (R) for Nintendo Switch (sold separately) into the controller and launch the downloadable game to get started! Friendly for beginners and seasoned musicians alike.

You can pre-order Guitar Life for Nintendo Switch here. Lots more Nintendo Switch news can be found here.

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