Special Switch 2 Feature Confirmed for The Somnium Files

Set to launch on July 25 for PC and Nintendo Switch systems, “No Sleep For Kaname Date” from AI: The Somnium Files is creating buzz with a new feature for Nintendo Switch 2. Players will now be able to use mouse controls, a first for non-PC users in this series, distinguishing it from earlier releases.

In this latest addition to AI: The Somnium Files, players step into the shoes of detective Kaname Date, who, alongside his AI companion Aiba, unravels the mystery of internet idol Iris’s disappearance. The game blends elements of a visual novel with detective challenges and escape room-style puzzles, maintaining the charm of its predecessors while adding new functionalities for the Nintendo Switch 2.

As reported by Nintendo Life, this edition brings mouse control support, enhancing player interaction with the upcoming console’s latest features. “No Sleep For Kaname Date” joins other games like Metroid Prime 4: Beyond and Civilization 7, embracing this new control option. Fans of the series, who appreciated mouse controls on PC, are already welcoming this addition for the Switch 2.

Beyond mouse support, the Nintendo Switch 2 version of “No Sleep For Kaname Date” offers graphical improvements, quicker loading times, and more. While these enhancements are exciting, there’s been some disappointment. Spike Chunsoft confirmed that no upgrade path exists from the original Switch to Switch 2 versions, so buyers need to choose carefully which version they want.

The anticipation for Nintendo’s next console and its lineup continues to surge, with pre-orders reaching unprecedented numbers. Retailers are struggling with the demand, hinting at the potential success of the Nintendo Switch 2—a promising sign for games like “No Sleep For Kaname Date.”