KONAMI have announced eFootball™ Kick-Off!, a brand-new entry in the long-running eFootball™ franchise, launching Summer 2026 exclusively on the Nintendo Switch™ 2.
ACCESSIBLE & HIGH ENERGY
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.
NATIONAL & CLUB TEAMS
Celebrating more than 30 years of football gaming, eFootball™ Kick-Off! brings together national 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 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.
SWITCH 2 EXCLUSIVE
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.
WORLD CUP 2026
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/