Nintendo Switch 2 / Switch Version of 'Fruit Mountain Party' to be Released on Thursday, April 23! Pre-orders Begin Today on Nintendo eShop with 'Minna Wari' Special Price!

Bexide Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Tachikawa, Tokyo; Representative Director: Kazunori Minami) has decided to release the competitive 3D puzzle game 'Fruit Mountain Party,' currently in Early Access on Steam, for Nintendo Switch™ and Nintendo Switch™ 2 on the Nintendo eShop on Thursday, April 23, 2026.

On the same day, the Steam version will also exit Early Access and be updated to the official release version.

Furthermore, in conjunction with this announcement, the key visual has been renewed, and a limited-time sale "Minna Wari" (Everyone's Discount) and an SNS campaign with luxurious prizes will be held to commemorate the launch.

Pre-orders are now open on the Nintendo eShop starting today.

Store Open Today! Limited-time "Minna Wari" in Progress!

Pre-orders for the Nintendo Switch™ 2 / Nintendo Switch™ version of 'Fruit Mountain Party' have started today on the Nintendo eShop!

Additionally, from Thursday, April 2 to Wednesday, May 6, a special limited-time sale "Minna Wari" will be held, offering a 37% discount from the regular price. Don't miss this great opportunity to pre-order and look forward to the release date!

・ Sale Period: Thursday, April 2, 2026 - Wednesday, May 6, 2026

・ Target Store: Nintendo eShop 【Nintendo Switch 2】https://store-jp.nintendo.com/item/software/D70010000121553

【Nintendo Switch】https://store-jp.nintendo.com/item/software/D70010000110335

Win Autographed Goods by Lead Voice Actress Yodo Yuki! "Minna de Full Party!" Campaign Held!

To commemorate the decision to release the Nintendo Switch version, a follow & repost campaign will be held where participants can win luxurious prizes, including a signed shikishi (autograph board) with an original illustration by multi-talented Yodo Yuki, who voiced all four characters in the game.

・ Campaign Period: Thursday, April 2 - Thursday, April 9, 11:59 AM JST

・ How to Enter:

・ Follow Bexide Official X (@bexide)

・ Repost the target campaign post

・ Prizes (Total 7 winners):

・ Prize A) Signed shikishi with original illustration by Yodo Yuki + Switch version 'Fruit Mountain Party' (download code) set: 2 winners

・ Prize B) Signed postcard by Yodo Yuki + Switch version 'Fruit Mountain Party' (download code) set: 5 winners

Enjoy "Fruit Stacking Battle" on Nintendo Switch!

This game, which has been a hot topic on the previously released Steam version for its "high addictiveness" and "intense battles," is finally coming to Nintendo Switch!

Furthermore, the 'Nintendo Switch 2 Edition,' compatible with the latest hardware, will be released on the same day! It will offer an even more comfortable and exciting fruit stacking battle with smoother frame rates and enhanced communication features.

◆ Features of 'Nintendo Switch 2 Edition'

Improved Frame Rate:

Fruit movements are smoother, enhancing the exhilarating feeling!

Local Play (Osumake Tsushin):

In addition to local communication by bringing consoles together, it fully supports online battles (2-4 players) with game chat members.

Upgrade Path:

Those who purchase the Switch version (1,500 yen) first can upgrade to the "Switch 2 Edition" later by purchasing a 300 yen upgrade pass.

What is 'Fruit Mountain Party'?

This title is an evolution of the popular 3D puzzle game 'Fruit Mountain,' where you combine fruits to make them larger, into a "party battle game" that everyone can enjoy.

【How to Play is Super Easy!】

Just throw fruits and stack them on a plate. When fruits of the same type stick together, they transform into a larger fruit, increasing your score. Stack them with exquisite balance so that the fruits don't fall off the plate! Hone your stacking techniques and overwhelm your rivals!

【Battle with Everyone!】

Online with rivals worldwide!: Invite friends to a room match and battle even when far apart!

Offline fun!: Up to 4 players can play local battles on a single Nintendo Switch!

【Chaotic Battle Modes!】

Battle modes with items and accidents flying around are sure to be exciting!

Normal Race: The classic score competition!

Thief Panic!: A strategic battle to steal opponents' fruits!

Sun Fruit: A speed contest to see who can create the giant sun fruit first!

Big Harvest Festival: How many of the appearing fruit challenges can you complete!?

Survival Race: Can you stack without dropping until the very end!?

And many other diverse rules are included.

【Also Supports Single Player!】

Hone your skills by battling NPCs and prepare for online battles!

In "Time Attack" mode, challenge a speed contest to see how fast you can complete a watermelon! Aim for the fastest time! Aim for the top of the rankings!

【Collection!】

Equipped with a "plate customization function." You can enter battles in your preferred style.