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NIS America has announced the release of STARBITES for Nintendo Switch 2.
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NIS America has announced the release of STARBITES for Nintendo Switch 2.
STARBITES for Switch 2 now available - Gematsu
After a last-minute delay in May, the Switch 2 version of turn-based RPG STARBITES is now available via Nintendo eShop, publisher NIS America and developer IKINAGAMES announced. Users who own the Switch version can upgrade to the Switch 2 version via a $4.99 “Upgrade Pack.”
STARBITES first launched for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, and Switch on October 16, 2025 in Japan, followed by PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, Switch 2, Switch, and PC via Steam on May 21, 2026 in the west.
Here is an overview of the game, via NIS America:
About
Join Lukida and her allies as they uncover the truth beneath the sands of Bitter! Hop on your Motorbot and ride toward freedom in the brand-new RPG STARBITES! On Bitter, a desert planet ravaged by the aftermath of an interstellar war, a young salvager named Lukida seeks to escape to the stars, but a sudden attack by a giant robot sets events into motion that will change her life—and the fate of Bitter—forever. Explore the expansive landscape of Bitter atop your Motorbot, and fight your way to victory in a turn-based battle system that’s easy to learn, and satisfying to master. Build up your party, kit out your Motorbots with powerful equipment, and head out into the deserts of Bitter! Somewhere beneath the dunes, the truth of what happened 45 years ago awaits…
Key Features
Fracture Your Foes – Learn your enemies’ weaknesses, then Fracture their guard and dish out the damage in classic, turn-based RPG gameplay that’s easy to pick up, and hard to put down. Take extra turns with Driver’s High to really turn the tables!
Ride High on your Motorbot – Every character has a personal Motorbot that’s suited to their own personality and battle style. Lukida rides high in her slingshot-wielding robot, while Gwendoll cruises along in her flashy hoverbike.
Secrets Beneath the Dunes – The sands of Bitter hide many secrets. Uncover the truth in this gripping story of regret, revenge, and forgiveness.
NIS America e lo sviluppatore IKINAGAMES hanno rilasciato una versione Switch 2 del gioco di ruolo a turni STARBITES, hanno annunciato le aziende.
Starbites Developer: IKINA GAMESPublisher: NIS AmericaPlatforms: PlayStation 5 (Reviewed), Switch, Xbox Series X/S, PCRelease Date: Availabl
Starbites Review
Developer: IKINA GAMES Publisher: NIS America Platforms: PlayStation 5 (Reviewed), Switch, Xbox Series X/S, PC Release Date: Available Now Price: $49.99 USD
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STARBITES – Gameplay
On the desert planet of Bitter, torn apart by an ancient war, Lukida has dreams beyond the dust. Thinking she's found a way off-planet for her and her friends, a giant robot attack throws her plans off track and onto one that reveals an even bigger secret and grander adventure in NIS America's Starbites.
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STARBITES is a vibrant sci-fi RPG that combines strategic turn-based combat, mech customization, and a heartfelt coming-of-age story set on the desert planet of Bitter. Players follow Lukida, a resourceful young scavenger dreaming of escaping her harsh world, as she assembles an unlikely crew and uncovers secrets buried beneath the planet’s sands. Along the way, you'll explore dangerous wastelands, abandoned facilities, and thriving settlements while taking on powerful enemies and discovering the truth behind Bitter's mysterious past.
Combat revolves around tactical squad-based encounters where positioning, teamwork, and carefully planned abilities are key to victory. Outside of battle, players can salvage parts, upgrade mechs, recruit allies, and customize their team to suit their preferred playstyle. With its colorful art style, memorable characters, and engaging blend of storytelling and strategy, STARBITES delivers a unique RPG adventure filled with charm, discovery, and high-stakes battles.
STARBITES Developer: IKINAGAMES Publisher: NIS America, Inc. Platform: Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, PC/Steam Release Date: 22nd May 2026 Price: $49.99 USD
Available here - https://www.nisamerica.com/starbites/
NIS America has announced the release of the STARBITES for Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S and PC.
Starbites releases today for the PS5, Xbox Series, Switch and Steam. Switch 2 version TBA.
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