Digimon Story Time Stranger Launches to Switch Platform this July

jasonnieva February 06, 2026

Bandai Namco Entertainment America announced that Digimon Story Time Stranger is launching soon for the Nintendo Switch platforms. It's going to be available starting July 10 for the Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2.

Digimon Story Time Stranger was released last year for the PC via Steam, PlayStation 5, and the Xbox Series X/S. Since then, at least 1 million units of the game have been sold.

For the Switch version, pre-orders are now available in Standard, Digital Deluxe, and Digital Ultimate editions. On the Nintendo Switch 2, players have the option to play in Quality Mode (4K HDR, up to 30FPS docked; Full HD, up to 30FPS handheld) or Performance Mode (Full HD, up to 60FPS docked and handheld). Learn more about the details here.

Digimon Story Time Stranger incorporates elements of RPG and monster-taming genres. It takes players on a whirlwind adventure that navigates the human world and Digital World. The game extends the experience beyond a typical journey as it offers interaction with the world’s unique characters and shaping the narrative with its unique time and universe jumping mechanics.

The heart of the story lies within the mystery surrounding the world’s decline. Players have to delve into this mystery and piece together clues as they travel through time and parallel worlds. As the stakes rise, so does the emphasis on the relationships players build since these connections could potentially alter the course of destiny.

The two parallel worlds in the world are the human realm and the Digital World. The latter is named Iliad and comes alive with its intricate domain design and immersive interactive elements. The scenery isn’t merely for show as players can undertake special quests that add depth to their explorations.

Digimon Story Time Stranger makes use of turn-based battles as it offers dynamic combat for players. What sets it apart are the strategic elements added to the evolved battle system. The combat heavily leans on the bonds formed with Digimon, innovating unique customization options to fight the ruptures of time and destiny.

Overall, Digimon Story Time Stranger offers a compelling mix of narrative depth, immersive world-building, and innovative combat mechanics. The game leverages the long-standing popularity of the Digimon franchise, offering players an engaging new way to interact with their favorite digital monsters.