CAPTAIN TSUBASA 2: WORLD FIGHTERS unveils the road to the world stage, coming august 2026

Bandai Namco Entertainment Europe today unveiled the players’ story-driven journey in CAPTAIN TSUBASA 2: WORLD FIGHTERS, taking players from continental rivalry to the world’s biggest football stage. 

The game will launch on 28 August 2026 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch and PC via Steam. 

PREORDER 

Players will follow Tsubasa Ozora and his team through the Asian Youth Championship before advancing to the highly contested World Youth Championship. Across this journey, players will face rival teams defined by physical power, tactical mastery and unbreakable ambition, with each match serving as a decisive clash of football philosophies.

Players will challenge powerful opponents in the qualifying round, including Thailand, Uzbekistan, Saudi Arabia and China, where strength and technical precision will be put to the test. 

Each victory will be essential, as Japan will fight to secure its place among the world stage.

As the competition escalates, the World Youth Championship will also bring legendary encounters against Brazil, Argentina, Mexico, Uruguay, Cameroon, Sweden and the Netherlands. Overwhelming pressure and unforgettable moments will define these battles, where skill alone is not enough and perseverance will become the deciding factor between glory and defeat.

Pre‑orders are now open for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam, and physical pre‑orders are also available for Nintendo Switch, offering:

• 2026 Japan National Team Jersey and the World Youth Jersey pre-order bonus
• Early Unlock Pack, granting immediate access to the Brazil Youth Team, along with the “Moete Hero” background music
• A Save Data Bonus, which includes the Nankatsu Middle School Uniform, the Toho Academy Uniform, and one Ball Customization item
• Deluxe Edition including Base Game and Season Pass, featuring DLC Character Pack 1, DLC Character Pack 2, and DLC Character Pack 3, bringing additional playable characters, with more details to be shared later on
• Ultimate Edition including Base game, Season Pass with DLC packs, five exclusive uniforms, two main menu themes, three ball customisations, plus additional customisation and early unlock items