G’day everyone,We are truly delighted to finally share the news that many players have been waiting for. Yesterday, on September 12, during Nintendo’s online showcase event “Nintendo Direct”, it was officially announced that Dinkum will be released on Nintendo Switch. We are excited to bring this news once again to our community through this announcement.Dinkum, which has continued to receive steady love on Steam, is now stepping onto a new stage. With the Nintendo Switch platform, you will be able to enjoy Dinkum easily and conveniently, anytime and anywhere, right in the palm of your hands. This moment feels even more meaningful as it allows us to repay the support you have shown us for so long. Please see below for more details on the Nintendo Switch release.
The official release date for Dinkum on Nintendo Switch is set for November 6, 2025. Ahead of this, pre-orders began on the Nintendo eShop right after the Nintendo Direct event on September 12. If you’re interested in the Nintendo Switch version, don’t forget to visit the Nintendo eShop and quietly add it to your wishlist~! A special bonus page has also been prepared for this occasion, so please check it out through the link below.
https://dinkum.krafton.com/nintendo
To celebrate the announcement of the Nintendo Switch version, a pre-order discount benefit will be available.
Pre-order period
September 12, 2025, after the end of the Nintendo Direct event ~ November 6, 2025 00:00 (UTC)
Pre-order discount rate: 10%
Players who purchase the Nintendo Switch version will receive an exclusive in-game Battlegrounds Costume Set as a special bonus. This item will be delivered via in-game mailbox after the official release and can only be accessed and worn on the Switch version. Even if you purchase the Nintendo Switch version after the pre-order period, you will still receive the bonus item. Since we anticipate various questions regarding the pre-sale, we have prepared a separate FAQ for the Nintendo Switch version to help you better understand. Please refer to the bottom of this announcement for details.We are deeply moved to finally be able to share the great news of the Nintendo Switch release. Meeting more players through this new platform carries great meaning for us. We will continue to provide a Dinkum service you can enjoy for a long time through various updates and steady improvements. We ask for your continued interest and support.
A: Cross-save between platforms is planned to be supported in the future. Once we have more concrete details, we will share them through community announcements on Steam or Discord.
As for cross-play between platforms, there are no current plans, but we will continue to consider it positively while taking various conditions into account.
A: The Nintendo Switch version supports multiplayer for up to 4 players. We encourage you to enjoy playing together with friends or acquaintances.
A: The Nintendo Switch version will include a special Battlegrounds costume that can be worn in-game, exclusively available on this platform. You can receive this item through the in-game mailbox, and it will be available not only during the pre-order period but also at any time if you purchase the game afterwards.
A: The timing of updates may differ slightly between platforms.Ultimately, our goal is to ensure both platforms offer the same content experience, and we will gradually work to align update schedules.
A: At this stage, we cannot confirm any releases or support for next-gen or other platforms, though various options are under review.If there is any new information, we will share it through official channels.
A: In major regions such as the United States and Japan, the same pricing policy is applied.However, in some regions, differences may occur due to platform policies, exchange rates, or other external factors.
A: We are reviewing the release of physical packages in several regions, and once confirmed, we will provide official announcements.
A: The official Dinkum Discord will cover both the Steam and Switch versions.By visiting the official Discord, you can check all major Dinkum updates, from announcements to event information.
A: Yes, Switch 2 supports backward compatibility, so you will be able to play the game as a Switch 1 title.
Please note, however, that it will run with the same graphics and performance as on Switch 1. We are also planning to prepare a dedicated Switch 2 version as soon as possible.
A: Yes, if you purchase the full version, you’ll be able to continue using your save file after the official release.
See you in the game. HooRoo~!