Once Upon A KATAMARI Rolls Onto Nintendo Switch 2, New Rolling LIVE Highlights DLC Now Available
In a nutshell
- Once Upon A KATAMARI is now available on Nintendo Switch 2, bringing the iconic rolling adventure to Nintendo’s latest console.
- The paid Rolling LIVE Highlights DLC has also launched across Nintendo Switch 2, Nintendo Switch, PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam.
- Nintendo Switch 2 players can enjoy enhanced visuals, smoother performance, and new mouse controls, while Nintendo Switch users can transfer save data and receive a free upgrade patch.
Bandai Namco Entertainment Asia has announced that Once Upon A KATAMARI is now available on Nintendo Switch 2, giving players a new way to experience the beloved Katamari formula with enhanced visuals, smoother performance, and brand-new control options.
Joining the launch is the paid Rolling LIVE Highlights DLC, now available across Nintendo Switch 2, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam. Inspired by content from Katamari Damacy Rolling LIVE, the expansion adds a wealth of new content for longtime fans of the quirky rolling adventure series.
Once Upon A KATAMARI – Restore the Stars Across Time
In Once Upon A KATAMARI, players journey through different eras of history, from prehistoric times to historical Japan and beyond, rolling up everything in sight to grow their Katamari and rebuild the stars accidentally destroyed by the King of All Cosmos.
The latest installment begins after an unfortunate castle clean-up goes wrong, leading to the destruction of Earth, the Moon, and countless stars. Guided by a mysterious scroll, The Prince and his Cousins must travel through time to restore the night sky and return the universe to its former glory.
Nintendo Switch 2 Brings New Ways to Roll
The Nintendo Switch 2 edition of Once Upon A KATAMARI introduces exclusive mouse controls that deliver a new take on the signature Katamari gameplay. Players can also expect smoother frame rates and improved visuals compared to previous versions.
For existing Nintendo Switch players, save data can be transferred to Nintendo Switch 2, provided there is no existing save data on the newer system. Additionally, owners playing the Nintendo Switch version on Nintendo Switch 2 will receive a free update that improves performance and unlocks mouse control functionality.
Rolling LIVE Highlights Adds New Content
Inspired by the world of live streaming, the Rolling LIVE Highlights DLC tasks players with helping the King increase his popularity and entertain audiences across the cosmos.
The DLC includes:
- 10 new missions
- 6 new Cousins
- 12 new songs
- 18 new accessories
The extra content expands the game’s already eclectic collection of stages, characters, customization options, and music tracks.
