Cygames has reignited excitement for one of 2024's standout action RPGs. During a recent Nintendo Partner Showcase, the developer unveiled Granblue Fantasy: Relink - Endless Ragnarok, an expanded edition launching July 9th, 2026, on Nintendo Switch 2, PS4, PS5, and PC via Steam. This package includes the full base game plus substantial new content, marking Relink's debut on Nintendo's next-gen hybrid console alongside upgrades for existing platforms.
Originally released in February 2024, Granblue Fantasy: Relink earned widespread acclaim for its flashy real-time combat, massive roster of playable skyfarers, and co-op quests set in the vibrant skies of the Granblue universe. With a 93% OpenCritic score and millions of copies sold, it blended Monster Hunter-style boss rushes with JRPG storytelling, drawing players into the Zegagrande Skydom alongside captain Gran (or Djeeta), the ever-helpful Lyria, and a crew of over 20 distinctive fighters. Post-launch support tapered off after a few free updates, leaving fans hungry for more. Endless Ragnarok answers that call with fresh endgame challenges, including the descent of the formidable primal beast Beelzebub, new playable characters like Eustace, Beatrix, Maglielle, and Gallanza, and revamped mechanics to keep battles dynamic. Check out the new trailer here:
Key additions spotlighted in the announcement trailer include The Conflux, a solo mode packed with enigmatic powers and unpredictable obstacles for lone skyfarers. The summoning system gets a major overhaul: Lyria's invocations can now be temporarily controlled by players under certain conditions, culminating in devastating "Primal Burst" attacks. Every character benefits from new master traits, pushing customization and party synergy further. These tweaks build on Relink's already stellar combat loop, where skybound combos, skybound arts, and link attacks create symphony-like fights.
Switch 2 players also score an exclusive feature: seamless local co-op, perfect for passing the Joy-Con during intense raids. Online multiplayer adds crossplay across PlayStation, PC, and Switch 2, a feature long requested by the community, though Nintendo Switch Online remains required for online sessions. Physical copies for Switch 2 will ship on Game-Key Cards, a practical choice given the base game's 60GB footprint.
Pricing keeps it accessible: the full Endless Ragnarok edition runs $60 digitally across all platforms, bundling everything for newcomers. Existing owners on Steam or PlayStation snag an upgrade kit for $29.99, granting immediate access to the expansion upon release. A closed beta kicks off soon as well on March 13 to 16 UTC for select platforms, offering early tastes of the chaos.
The reveal has sparked fervor online, with fans praising the timely Switch 2 port amid the console's launch hype. Comments highlight the portable appeal for co-op sessions and renewed hope for Granblue's action RPG future. Relink's original launch demo was a smash, converting skeptics with its fluid 4-player hunts and orchestral soundtrack. This edition feels like the definitive way to experience it, especially on Switch 2's rumored enhanced hardware promising stable 60fps performance.
Granblue Fantasy as a franchise thrives on its gacha mobile roots and anime adaptations, but Relink proved Cygames could deliver a premium console powerhouse. Endless Ragnarok extends that legacy, introducing Beelzebub's apocalyptic threat while refining what made the game shine: diverse playstyles from Percival's fiery charges to Charlotta's knightly poise, all amid floating islands and primal roars. New characters bring fresh sigils and chains, encouraging party experimentation and limit testing.
For newcomers, it's an ideal entry point into the skies. Veterans get closure on dangling story threads and endless replayability via higher quest tiers. With crossplay uniting communities and local co-op fostering couch chaos, July 9th can't arrive soon enough. Cygames has breathed new life into Relink, positioning it as a Switch 2 launch window essential alongside other third-party ports. Pre-orders are live now so don't sleep on this skyfaring revival.