New eFootball Arrives in June

Konami will celebrate the World Cup with eFootball KickOff, a new title in the series formerly known as PES, launching exclusively on Nintendo Switch 2. The game, starring Kylian Mbappé, will be available starting June 3, 2026, continuing the PES legacy, according to Konami. eFootball KickOff includes a main event called World Tour Mode, as well as exclusive Nintendo Switch 2 features like six-aside football and the International Cup, a Konami-designed tournament featuring 48 countries (via downloadable content). The game modes include: World Tour Mode: Build a team and compete in tournaments worldwide. Quick Match: Jump into a match with clubs or national teams. International Cup: A competition between national teams, mirroring the real-world World Cup event starting June 11, 2026. This mode will be available via downloadable content. Konami also highlights the game's multiplayer capabilities, including local sessions with multiple consoles using GameShare. Announced during a Nintendo Direct Partner Showcase on February 5, 2026, eFootball KickOff will be a digital-only release worldwide, with a physical GameKey Card edition available in Japan. eFootball KickOff also offers beginner-friendly modes like a rank system and 6-on-6 football.

eFootball KickOff World Tour International Cup on Nintendo Switch 2026 - Local Multiplayer for Four Players

On Nintendo Switch 2, eFootball KickOff uses GameShare to support up to four local players. The International Cup lets players represent their favorite national team in pursuit of international victory.

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