Bethesda's latest collaboration with Nintendo has announced a surprise gem: the co-op adventure game Orbitals, set to launch exclusively on the Nintendo Switch 2 this summer. The game takes players on an intergalactic journey as Maki and Omura, two explorers racing against time to save their home in the stars from an incoming cosmic storm.
Orbitals boasts a distinct visual style reminiscent of 90s anime, with a Saturday morning cartoon aesthetic that's both nostalgic and captivating. While its gameplay is still somewhat comparable to other titles like It Takes Two and Split Fiction, the game's charm lies in its eye-catching presentation – whether you're playing through cutscenes or navigating levels, Orbitals' visuals are consistently stunning.
The real test for this new co-op adventure will be how well it lives up to the high standards set by Josef Fares' Hazelight Studios. However, based on what's been revealed so far, it seems that Orbitals is definitely worth checking out – and its summer 2026 release date only adds to the anticipation.
As a Switch 2 exclusive, players will be able to enjoy local co-op gameplay or team up online with friends using Nintendo's GameShare feature, which allows for seamless play between two owners. The game is expected to arrive sometime during the warmer months of next year.
Orbitals boasts a distinct visual style reminiscent of 90s anime, with a Saturday morning cartoon aesthetic that's both nostalgic and captivating. While its gameplay is still somewhat comparable to other titles like It Takes Two and Split Fiction, the game's charm lies in its eye-catching presentation – whether you're playing through cutscenes or navigating levels, Orbitals' visuals are consistently stunning.
The real test for this new co-op adventure will be how well it lives up to the high standards set by Josef Fares' Hazelight Studios. However, based on what's been revealed so far, it seems that Orbitals is definitely worth checking out – and its summer 2026 release date only adds to the anticipation.
As a Switch 2 exclusive, players will be able to enjoy local co-op gameplay or team up online with friends using Nintendo's GameShare feature, which allows for seamless play between two owners. The game is expected to arrive sometime during the warmer months of next year.
this new game sounds like so much fun! i love that it has a unique 90s anime vibe, it's already got me excited 
and co-op gameplay with friends? yeah please 
can't wait to play orbitals on my switch 2 when it comes out 
maybe the summer of 2026 will finally bring some sunshine (and great gaming) to our lives 
i'm low-key hyped, tbh, that anime aesthetic is straight fire! but what's really got me wondering is why nintendo is only releasing it on the switch 2... like, what's the deal with that? are they trying to make us all upgrade to the new console just so we can play orbitals? 
i'm not saying it's a conspiracy or anything, but it seems kinda suspicious that they're making the game exclusive to the newer model. and what about people who don't want to shell out for a new console just yet? are they gonna be left in the dark? 
i need more info on this one before i can get my orbitals fix
. I've been a bit bored with co-op games lately, but the fact that it's got a cool visual style and seems to be part of a bigger brand (Hazelight Studios) makes me want to give it a shot 
I'm definitely keeping an eye on this one, can't wait to play it this summer 
The visuals look straight fire, and the fact that it's an exclusive Switch 2 title is just icing on the cake 
. It'll be cool to see how it stacks up against other games like It Takes Two and Split Fiction, but from what I've seen so far, I'm pretty hyped for this one 
. And let's not forget about the local co-op and GameShare features – that sounds like a blast 
! Can't wait until summer 2026 to get my hands on it 
but at the same time, I love how the gameplay seems to mix things up a bit... I mean, who doesn't love a good co-op adventure? 
and can we talk about how cute Maki and Omura are?! 
. I guess we'll have to wait and see how it all shakes out...
And it's on the Switch 2! That thing's gonna be so sick for gaming. Can't wait to see how the co-op gameplay holds up, but if they pull off the visuals and story like they say they will... this could be the next big thing! GameShare is a game-changer too, can't wait to play with friends locally or online. Is it just me or does anyone think we're gonna see more indie devs hopping onto the Switch 2 scene?
but like... I need to see how it plays before I jump all in. That 90s anime vibe sounds hella cool, tho 
. I do think local co-op on Switch 2 is gonna be lit though 
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️ and theres nothin new here gameplay wise