Orbitals Out Now on Switch 2: Retro Anime Co-Op Space Adventure
Tokyo-based developer Shapefarm and publisher Kepler Interactive have released Orbitals (オービタルズ) for Nintendo Switch 2, arriving today, September 3, 2026. The retro anime-styled two-player co-op adventure game follows two explorers, Maki and Omura, bound by a strong friendship as they confront cosmic threats to save their crumbling home space station. Drawing inspiration from beloved anime classics of the 1980s and 1990s, the title combines nostalgic visuals with cooperative gameplay. A new launch trailer was released alongside the game, and the complete original soundtrack is now available across major music streaming services.
In Orbitals, players take control of the two explorers Maki and Omura, each fulfilling different roles as part of a cooperative experience built for two players. Their shared bond sits at the heart of the adventure as the pair works together to battle threats in space and rescue their collapsing home station. The game’s world is described as beautiful and inspired by masterpieces of 80s-90s anime, setting the stage for an unforgettable journey through the cosmos that demands coordination between both characters.
Beyond playing together on a single console, Orbitals supports connecting another console through the system’s local share-play functionality or the Global Friend Pass, allowing friends to team up from separate devices. The Global Friend Pass, available starting today, also includes a local multiplayer trial version, so newcomers can sample the adventure before purchasing the full game. Players who want to jump in without a full purchase can use this pass to begin exploring together, and further setup details are provided in the game’s official release materials.
The launch also brings the full Orbitals original soundtrack to major streaming and download services, including the opening theme “~ Accelerating Destiny ~” and the ending theme “Heart to Heart,” both performed by Japanese singer-songwriter Maya Ayukawa. In Kyoto, a limited-time pop-up store at Takashimaya S.C. runs from September 1 to 9, featuring exclusive merchandise, a gallery of previously unreleased artwork, and an in-store puzzle event. The standard digital edition is priced at 5,980 yen (~$40), while the Deluxe digital edition and the physical package version each cost 6,980 yen (~$47); the game supports Japanese. With its nostalgic anime presentation and teamwork-driven design, this release is one to watch for co-op fans.
