KONAMI Announces eFootball™ Kick-Off! for Nintendo Switch™ 2
06.02.2026 10:00
As the world’s elite converge on North America this summer, the eFootball™ series makes its debut on Nintendo’s next-generation console
WINDSOR, UNITED KINGDOM – February 5, 2026 – Konami Digital Entertainment, B.V. (KONAMI) today announced eFootball™ Kick-Off!, a brand-new entry in the long-running eFootball™ franchise, launching Summer 2026 exclusively on the Nintendo Switch™ 2.
Reborn from the legendary PES series, eFootball™ Kick-Off! marks the eFootball™ franchise’s first-ever appearance on a Nintendo console, delivering an accessible, high-energy football experience designed for play anytime, anywhere – solo or with friends, offline or online.
Celebrating more than 30 years of football gaming, eFootball™ Kick-Off! brings together national teams and club teams from around the world, featuring top players and iconic legends. Whether competing on the global stage or building a dream squad, fans can experience the passion, intensity, and spectacle of the world’s game.
Timed to coincide with this summer’s premier international football tournament in North America, the launch places players at the heart of football’s biggest moments. As 48 of the world’s most distinguished national teams battle for global supremacy, eFootball™ Kick-Off! invites fans to take the pitch and create their own unforgettable moments.
Game Modes & Features
- World Tour: Establish your very own club team and compete in tournaments across the globe. Win matches to acquire players from defeated opponents or use currency earned through play to sign legendary footballers. Build your original team and aim to conquer the world.
- International Cup: The world’s most prestigious international competition returns once every four years. Take charge of your national team and compete on football’s grandest stage, where history is written and global supremacy is decided.
*The‘International Cup’ mode is scheduled for release as additional downloadable content.
- Beginner-Friendly Modes: Jump into fun and accessible experiences such as 6-on-6 football, designed to create fast-paced action and plenty of goal-scoring opportunities. The Rank system evaluates performance and allows players to naturally progress as they improve.
- Local & Online Play: Enjoy matches anytime, anywhere, playing solo, challenge friends via local wireless, or test your skills against players worldwide in online competitions.
Built specifically for Nintendo Switch™ 2, eFootball™ Kick-Off! features responsive controls and pick-up-and-play gameplay that welcomes newcomers while still rewarding smart tactics and competitive mastery.
As the eyes of the football world turn to North America this summer, Nintendo players can find their own path to victory. Big goals, dramatic moments, and pure football fun define this new chapter.
eFootball™ Kick-Off! launches exclusively for Nintendo Switch™ 2 in Summer 2026.
For more information:
https://www.konami.com/efootball/en-us/
https://www.facebook.com/playeFootball
https://www.instagram.com/efootball/
About “eFootball™”
“eFootball™” was the rebranding of KONAMI’s popular gaming series “PES”. The change marked a great leap forward as the branding changed alongside the addition of a new football game engine, advancements in gameplay, and the remodelling of the title as ‘free-to-play’ across all compatible devices.
“eFootball™” is an ever-evolving platform with over 950 million downloads worldwide to date.
“eFootball”, “e-Football” and “eFootball logo” are registered trademarks or trademarks of Konami Digital Entertainment Co., Ltd. in Japan and other countries or regions.
About Konami Group
Konami Group was established in 1973, starting as an amusement machine manufacturer for arcades. Over the years, the company has grown to include different business units across various markets. Currently, KONAMI GROUP CORPORATION includes the Digital Entertainment, Amusement, Gaming & Systems, and Sports Businesses. The company went public on the Osaka Securities Exchange in 1984, the Tokyo Stock Exchange in 1988, and the London Stock Exchange in 1999. For more information, visit: www.konami.com/en.
About Konami Digital Entertainment
Konami Digital Entertainment, which is the core company of Konami Group, develops entertaining content for mobile, console and card games. The company is known for global franchises such as eFootball™, Metal Gear, Silent Hill, Castlevania, and Contra, as well as the Yu-Gi-Oh! Trading Card Game series. www.konami.com/games/corporate/en/