Koei Tecmo has detailed various new features and changes for the upcoming release of Wild Hearts S for Nintendo Switch 2. As previously announced, the Nintendo Switch 2 game will support three to four players online and in local play.
Wild Hearts S will not support cross-play or GameShare, and a Nintendo Switch Online membership is required for online play. However, an EA account is not necessary. The game also leverages the use of GameChat on Nintendo Switch 2, and additional beasts and modes from the original Wild Hearts game are included from the start.
Bonuses from Wild Hearts Karakuri Edition are included in Wild Hearts S, such as two full cosmetic armor sets, a decorate Tsukumo lantern, and three emotes. However, there are no new additional weapons, Karakuri, or beasts. What’s more, there are various balance adjustments that were made.
Here are the notable balance adjustments, via Koei Tecmo:
- Adjusted the parameters of specific weapons and armor, making it easier to challenge high-difficulty bosses in the early stages by optimizing relevant equipment.
- Modified the mechanics of how beasts escape based on damage and also reduced frequency of their escapes.
Wild Hearts S will release for Nintendo Switch 2 on July 25. The Nintendo Switch 2 will be available on June 5 for $450 USD. A bundle including Mario Kart World will be available at launch for $500. Pre-orders went live on April 24.
Lastly, Wild Hearts Karakuri Edition is available now for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam.
