CAPTAIN TSUBASA 2: WORLD FIGHTERS Launches August 28, Pre-Orders Now Open

Bandai Namco has announced that “super action soccer” game CAPTAIN TSUBASA 2: WORLD FIGHTERS will launch on August 28 for Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S and PC via Steam. A new story trailer for CAPTAIN TSUBASA 2: WORLD FIGHTERS confirmed the game’s release date, and an interview video featuring series creator Yoichi Takahashi was also released. 

Digital pre-orders for CAPTAIN TSUBASA 2: WORLD FIGHTERS are available now in the PlayStation Store, Microsoft Store, and Steam, starting at $59.99 for the Standard Edition. A Deluxe Edition will be sold for $79.99 featuring the base game, Season Pass Bonus, and DLC Character Packs 1 to 3. An Ultimate Edition will also be available for $89.99 featuring the Deluxe Edition and the Ultimate Pack. Physical pre-orders are also available now for all platforms, including Nintendo Switch.

CAPTAIN TSUBASA 2: WORLD FIGHTERS is the biggest Captain Tsubasa game yet with 22 national teams, over 110 playable characters, more than 150 new moves, and much more. In gameplay, players may use Max Actions and Super Moves to take risks for high rewards and use strategies to score goals and defend against the opposing team’s attacking plays. 

The following systems will ensure victory in CAPTAIN TSUBASA 2: WORLD FIGHTERS:

• Max Actions: High risk, high reward power moves that dominate offensive and defensive exchanges.
• Super Moves: Character specific abilities for forwards, midfielders, and defenders, including Super Shots, Super Passes, Super Dribbles, and Super Tackles.
• Chain System: Build momentum through dribbles, passes, and special actions to amplify shot power and charge speed.
• Goalkeeper Tactics: Six directional shot prediction, stamina-based duels, and break mechanics that permanently reduce keeper stamina.
• Miracle Actions: Rare, dramatic comeback moments that can turn the tide of a match, capturing the unpredictable spirit of the original series.

Yoichi Takahashi’s Captain Tsubasa manga series initially began in 1986. The series focuses on 11-year-old Tsubasa Ōzora, a talented soccer player who dreams of competing in the World Cup. The manga would go on to receive multiple anime adaptations, including Captain Tsubasa: Junior Youth Arc on Crunchyroll.