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Tales of Arise: Beyond the Dawn Edition Arrives on Nintendo Switch 2

The Switch 2 launch will show how much visual and frame-rate trade-offs players accept for a full portable version of the game.

Overview

  • The Switch 2 edition, which arrives Friday, May 22, bundles the original 2021 Tales of Arise with the Beyond the Dawn expansion as a single “complete” release.
  • Multiple early reviews report the Switch 2 build runs at 1080p with gameplay locked to 30 frames per second and cutscenes at 60fps.
  • Critics are split over the port with some calling it smooth and well executed while others point to noticeable pop-in, soft textures, and choppy combat from the fixed 30fps mode.
  • The release is being sold at about $49.99 and will be available physically as a game-key card rather than a full cartridge.
  • Observers note the port could change after launch because other Switch 2 ports have gained higher frame-rate modes via post-release patches, so players should watch for possible updates.