Granblue Fantasy: Relink is making the jump to Nintendo Switch 2, and it isn’t arriving alone. The action RPG comes bundled with Endless Ragnarok, a large expansion that piles on new story content, fresh combat systems, extra bosses, and a roguelite solo mode. On Switch 2 the game runs clean, holds a steady frame rate during busy fights, and keeps the visuals sharp even when the screen fills with effects.
Quick answer: Endless Ragnarok releases July 9, 2026 on Nintendo Switch 2, PS5, PS4, and Steam. On Switch 2 it ships as a complete package, so the base game and the expansion are available day one for $59.99.
Release time: July 9, 2026 at 4:00 AM UTC
What Endless Ragnarok adds to Relink
Endless Ragnarok is built on top of the 2024 game rather than a standalone sequel. It continues the story past the events of Relink and roughly 1.5 times the size of the original, with close to double the playtime once you factor in the endgame modes. The core loop is still the same. You build a party of four, take on bosses and horde-survival quests, and chain together party attacks like link attacks and chain bursts.
| New feature | What it does |
|---|---|
| New story content | Continues directly from the ending of Relink. |
| Summons | A new battle mechanic that lets you call in or transform into powerful allies. |
| Fatebreaker commissions | Co-op quest tiers against a roster of gigantic bosses with objectives. |
| The Conflux | A solo roguelite mode with branching chambers, shops, and puzzles. |
| New characters | Six new playable fighters, each with their own unlock method. |
| Master traits | Extra character upgrades that push fighters past their previous limits. |
| Crossplay | Online co-op for up to four players across platforms. |
How to unlock the Endless Ragnarok story
You can’t dive straight into Endless Ragnarok from a fresh save. The expansion gates itself behind progress in the base campaign, which is sensible because its combat is punishing.
How the Summons mechanic works
Summons are the headline combat addition. You equip a summon from the main menu, then fill a special gauge during a fight to unleash it. Once Lyria channels them, some summons can be controlled directly by the player, which is where you get to turn into a dragon and burn through enemies. Others make their entrance through a “primal burst,” a boosted version of the chain burst, when the right conditions are met.
You have to find and unlock these in the game first, after which you register them for use in combat. They’re reserved for the tougher end of the difficulty curve.
The Conflux solo mode and how to unlock it
The Conflux is a single-player roguelite that will feel familiar if you’ve touched the endless modes in games like Honkai: Star Rail or Wuthering Waves. You move through chambers, choose your path, collect boosts, and stop at shops to buy upgrades along the way. It isn’t only combat either. Spot-the-difference puzzles and other small challenges break up the runs.
To start it, play a side quest added in Seedhollow. That side quest becomes available during Chapter 6 of the main story, before you leave for Dahli Island, and it opens the first Cycle.
| Cycle | How to unlock | Rewards |
|---|---|---|
| Cycle 1 | Start the Chapter 6 side quest in Seedhollow. | Weapon forging materials. |
| Cycle 2 | Progress through Hard-difficulty quests. | Sigil upgrade materials. |
| Cycle 3 | Progress through Maniac-difficulty quests. | Weapon uncap/awakening materials and rare sigils. |
| Deeper Cycles | Progress through the Endless Ragnarok story. | Further upgrade materials. |
Fatebreaker commissions and boss fights
Fatebreaker commissions are the other major mode. These pit you against a set roster of huge bosses where you parry, dodge, block, and chip away at their health. The catch is that winning isn’t only about damage. Each fight has its own list of objectives to clear, and some bosses can knock you out by other means. Get thrown off the stage too many times by a foe like the Sumo Crab and you lose, no matter how strong your party is.
To handle these skirmishes, you can unlock and build the new characters, and you can push Master Traits further for an extra edge.
New playable characters and how to unlock them
Endless Ragnarok adds six new playable characters, and each one joins your crew a different way. Returning fighters from the original roster are also fully voiced, with English and Japanese trailers covering the cast.
| Character | Unlock method |
|---|---|
| Beatrix, Eustace | Trade Crewmate Cards at the Knicknack Shack. More ways to get the cards arrive in the full game. |
| Gallanza, Maglielle | During Chapter Ø, clear Hard-difficulty quests until a certain cutscene plays to earn unique Crewmate Cards, then trade them at the Knicknack Shack. |
| Fraux, Fediel | Progress through the Endless Ragnarok story to have them join your crew. |
Switch 2 features and crossplay
The Switch 2 version supports handheld, tabletop, and TV modes, and it carries an exclusive perk. Local co-op for up to four players via local wireless is specific to Switch 2. Online co-op runs across all platforms thanks to crossplay, and online play requires a paid Nintendo Switch Online membership. The game is rated PEGI 12 in Europe and Teen by the ESRB.
Note: The Switch 2 release uses a Game-Key Card for the physical edition, and the digital listing shows a small initial download size before the full install.
Editions and pricing
Newcomers buy a full package that includes the base game plus the expansion. Existing Relink owners can instead grab an Upgrade Kit to add Endless Ragnarok to the game they already have. The physical edition is available for PS5 and Switch.
| Edition | Format | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Standard Edition | Physical / Digital | $59.99 / €59.99 |
| Special Edition | Digital | $79.99 / €79.99 |
| Upgrade Kit (Standard) | Digital | $29.99 / €29.99 |
| Upgrade Kit (Special) | Digital | $54.99 / €54.99 |
You can find the Switch 2 listing and pre-order options on the official Nintendo product page.
The base game also gets a major update
Alongside the expansion, Granblue Fantasy: Relink itself receives a sizable patch. It brings quality-of-life improvements, overall rebalancing, and new side quests aimed at making the game more approachable. Full patch notes will land on the Endless Ragnarok website and were planned for a developer livestream tied to the launch window.
For anyone who skipped Relink in 2024 or wants a reason to return, the Switch 2 version is a strong entry point. The base adventure is intact, the expansion roughly doubles the time you can sink into it, and the new summons, bosses, and Conflux runs give the combat plenty of room to grow.
