Bang! Bang! Bandits – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition announced

Nippon Columbia has announced Bang! Bang! Bandits – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition. It will launch both physically and digitally on March 19, 2026 in Japan for 6,300 yen (6,930 yen with tax). Users who own the Switch version will be able to upgrade via an “Upgrade Pack” for 500 yen (550 yen with tax).

Bang! Bang! Bandits first launched for Switch on November 28, 2024 in Japan.

The Nintendo Switch 2 Edition will feature GameShare support, allowing up to four players to play together with one copy of the game. Players can share the game via local communication with both Switch 2 and Switch owners, or via GameChat over the internet with other Switch 2 owners.

The new version also offers two visual modes: “Clear Mode” runs the game at up to 2160p (4K) resolution at 60 frames per second, while “Smooth Mode” runs the game at up to 1440p (WQHD) resolution at 120 frames per second.

Here is an overview of the previously released Switch version:

About

Bang! Bang! Bandits is a completely original gun shooting game that, while preserving the tension and exhilaration of the classic gun shooting game genre, features simple rules and controls, bright pop-style characters, and an easy-to-understand world, allowing people of all ages to play with peace of mind.

Key Features

• Simple Rules and Controls Enable Anyone to Play – Using the Joy-Con like a handgun, simply hold it in one hand, aim at the enemies on the screen, and shoot! With unlimited ammo, you can shoot endlessly and stress-free. Plus, since field movement is fully automatic, you can focus entirely on attacking. In addition, the rules are simple and straightforward—your score is based on the coins you collect by defeating enemies and destroying obstacles, so even young children can play with ease.
• Packed with Fun Across 12 Stages and Two Leagues – The game features 12 distinct stages set in environments such as a jungle, city, ruins, and caves. After clearing all stages in the standard-difficulty “Normal League,” the max-difficulty “Wild League” awaits!
• Unique Enemy Characters Wreak Havoc All Over the Screen – As you defeat enemies called “Goomins” that rain down on you one after another, make your way to the end of each stage, where a brutal boss awaits!
• Enjoy Two Gameplay Styles with Challenge Mode and Battle Modes – In “Challenge Mode,” you start from lower-level stages and work your way up to the most difficult ones. You can play solo or in a team of two to four players, cooperating with family and friends to clear each stage. Additionally, two to four players can compete for the high score in “Single Battle” (individual play), or two teams of two players each can face off in “Team Battle.”