Overview
- The sequel was unveiled during Nintendo’s February Partner Direct, with Switch pre-orders slated to open after the eShop update.
- Set around Kameshima in Ise Bay, the story follows pearl diver Yuza Minakuchi after he encounters his own double and a string of curses grips the island.
- Square Enix details 360-degree investigation scenes, a new Diving mini-game, multiple playable characters and a collaboration with Mie Prefecture for authentic locations.
- The publisher’s announcement lists Nintendo Switch, PC via Steam, iOS and Android for the February 19 release, though some coverage notes uncertainty beyond Switch and references to “Switch 2.”
- Key staff from the 2023 original return, including writer Takanari Ishiyama along with the first game’s character artist and composer.