Inazuma Eleven: Victory Road adds Xbox Series and Switch 2 versions, launches August 21

Inazuma Eleven: Victory Road will launch for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, Switch 2, PlayStation 4, Switch, and PC via Steam on August 21 with cross-play and cross-save support, LEVEL-5 announced. The Xbox Series and Switch 2 versions are newly announced, and the iOS and Android versions are seemingly no longer planned. Pre-orders will begin today for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, PlayStation 4, and PC. The game will support English, Japanese, Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese, French, Italian, German, Spanish, and Brazilian Portuguese language options.

Globally, including Japan, the game will be a digital-only release available in the following editions:

• Standard Edition ($69.99 / £57.99 / €69.99 / 8,910 yen) (TBA / 9,210 yen for Switch 2)
  • Base game
    • Inazuma Eleven: Victory Road

• Deluxe Edition ($79.99 / £65.99 / €79.99 / 10,010 yen)
  • Base game
    • Inazuma Eleven: Victory Road
  • Fei Rune (character unlock item) – Use the legendary Fei Rune right from the get-go in both the Chronicle and Competition Modes!
  • Football Clubroom (Bond Object) – Objects you can place in your Bond Town!
  • Rai Rai Noodles (Bond Object) – Objects you can place in your Bond Town!
  • Promise Pendant (equipment that boosts EXP gained) – Equipment that boosts EXP earned! (The Promise Pendant’s effect applies only to the character who has it equipped.)
  • Victory Jump (Goal celebration) – Grants an exclusive goal celebration!
  • Purchase bonuses
    • PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, and Xbox Series – Early Access
    • Steam – Advanced Access
• Downloadable Content “Edition Upgrade” ($13.99 / 1,650 yen)
  • Fei Rune (character unlock item)
  • Football Clubroom (Bond Object)
  • Rai Rai Noodles (Bond Object)
  • Promise Pendant (equipment that boosts EXP gained)
  • Victory Jump (Goal celebration)

Users who purchase the PlayStation 5 or PlayStation 4 version of the game will receive the alternate PlayStation version free of charge. However, the Switch 2 version is will require a paid upgrade. Pricing for the west has yet to be announced, but the Switch 2 version will cost 9,210 yen in Japan—300 yen more than the other versions.

Pre-orders for all platforms include the downloadable content “Advanced Booster Bundle,” which contains the following content:

• Equipment Item: Bracelet of Victory – Equipment that boosts EXP earned! (The Bracelet of Victory’s effect applies only to the character who has it equipped.)
• Kit: Dark Emperors – Allows you to play while wearing the Dark Emperors’ kit.
• Character Training Item: Complete Set of Training Beans
  • Kick Strength Bean (x5) – Increases a character’s Kick stat when used.
  • Acuity Bean (x5) – Increases a character’s Control stat when used.
  • Finesse Bean (x5) – Increases a character’s Technique stat when used.
  • Steadfast Bean (x5) – Increases a character’s Pressure stat when used.
  • Velocity Bean (x5) – Increases a character’s Agility stat when used.
  • Intellect Bean (x5) – Increases a character’s Intelligence stat when used.
  • Toughness Bean (x5) – Increases a character’s Physical stat when used.

The following platform-specific bonuses will also be available:

• The platform you purchase on determines which rare characters will have increased appearance rates in Chronicle and Competition Mode! And that’s not all! If you use Cross-Save, the bonus effects from both platforms will apply! (This bonus only increases the appearance rate. All characters can be obtained on all platforms.)
  • PlayStation 5 / PlayStation 4
    • Protocol Omega
    • Protocol Omega 2.0
    • Protocol Omega 3.0
  • Xbox Series
    • Zeus
    • Little Gigantes
    • Dragon Link
  • Switch / Switch 2
    • Prominence
    • Diamond Dust
    • Zanark’s Domain
  • PC

Finally, users who participated in the beta test demo will receive the following special bonuses based on their progress:

• Playing the Beta Test
  • Equipment Item: EXP Boots – Equipment that boosts EXP earned! (The EXP Boots’ effect applies only to the character who has it equipped.)
• Winning against the Alius Masters Bots in GODHOOD Rank
  • Bond Object: Royal Academy Armored Carriage – Object you can place in your Bond Town!
• Winning against the Alius Masters Bots in LEGENDARY HERO Rank
  • Bond Object: Inazuma Tower – Object you can place in your Bond Town!
• Reaching NATIONAL Rank in Ranked play
  • Spirit: Ray Dark – Ray Dark (Manager) can be used in the Chronicle and Competition Modes.
• Completing the Beta Test Story, Chapter 1
  • Bond Object: Soiled Ball – Object you can place in your Bond Town!

The following schedule of updates is planned ahead of release:

• End of May 2025 – Making-of Trailer featuring cast interviews and behind-the-scenes footage
• End of June 2025 – Story Trailer featuring ending theme and artist reveal
• End of July 2025 – Final trailer

LEVEL-5 also shared the following post-launch roadmap:

• August 19, 2025 – Early Access
• August 22, 2025 – Game Release
• September 21, 2025 Week – Chronicle Mode: Galaxy Route Unlocked
• October 5, 2025 Week – Chronicle Mode: Ares Route Unlocked
• October 19, 2025 Week – Chronicle Mode: Orion Route 1st Half Unlocked
• November 2, 2025 Week – Chronicle Mode: Orion Route 2nd Half Unlocked
• November 16, 2025 Week – Victory Road Beta Kickoff (FF)
• January 18, 2026 Week – Victory Road Beta Finals (FF)

Here is an overview of the game, via LEVEL-5:

About

O smoldering clouds, let INAZUMA’s lightning split the sky!

The newest title in the hyperdimensional football RPG series Inazuma Eleven is finally here!

A new story featuring a new protagonist, over 5,200 characters to collect and train, as well as an intense competitive mode; there is no shortage of activities to enjoy!

Story Mode

This new story takes place 25 years after the first Inazuma Eleven.

In search of a world without football, protagonist Destin Billows enrolls at South Cirrus Junior High. Meanwhile, within the prestigious Raimon Junior High—renowned as the top team in the nationals—rises a “football monster” named Harper Evans.

When these two cross paths, a tale begins to unfold…

Chronicle Mode

A roster spanning over 5,200 characters from previous entries in the series!

Relive past Inazuma Eleven matches with Victorio, the boy who came from the future.

Take on various teams, collect and train characters, and build your ultimate dream team!

Next-Gen Football Systems

Play the game your way, taking direct control in “Manual Mode” or guiding the team strategically with “Commander Mode!”

Commander Mode lets you direct players with a variety of tactical inputs, providing an easy way for anyone to enjoy a match!

Find a style that suits you, jump into the action and unleash jaw-dropping Special Moves to secure victory!

Bond Station

Freely arrange nostalgic objects from the Inazuma Eleven series to create your own “Bond Town”!

Customize your avatar, invite friends over and enjoy socializing and playing matches together!

Your custom made avatar can also be used in matches!

The Ultimate Anime Experience Brought to Life by MAPPA

In-game anime cutscenes were made in cooperation with animation studio MAPPA!

With the longest anime runtime in the series’ history, the story’s intensity will reach new heights.

The official website has also been updated with new information on the game’s Story Mode, Chronicle Mode, Competition Mode, Bond Station (Kizuna Station), and characters.

Watch a new set of trailers below. View a new set of screenshots at the gallery.

Release Date Trailer

English

Japanese

Final Specs Reveal Trailer

English

Japanese

Heroes Showcase 2025: Release Date & Final Specs Presentation

English / Traditional Chinese

Japanese