Publisher Playism and developer AL FINE have today released Chrono Ark: Deluxe Edition for Nintendo Switch. The deck-building roguelike RPG is priced at $39.99, with a 10% launch discount for the first two weeks of sale.
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Chrono Ark was originally released for PC (Steam) in May 2024 after several years of Early Access. The title is a party-based deck-building roguelike single player RPG, where you recruit up to 4 party members and synergize a card deck to surpass battles. As a roguelike, everything you gain will reset when your party is eliminated, but developer AL FINE states that "you will discover more options as you play through the game."
A launch trailer, description, and screenshot set can be found below, via Playism.
Playism is pleased to announce that the Nintendo Switch version of Chrono Ark Deluxe Edition was released today, January 29, 2026 in both physical and digital formats.
Game Overview
Long ago, when the world was engulfed in a black mist, the surviving humans escaped to the Ark.
There’s only one way to restore the world:
seek out the hidden Time Shades and activate the Clock Tower.
The Clock Tower will surely restore the world to a time of peace.
Awakening in the Twisted Land beneath the Ark,
Lucy finds she has no memories other than the words "Activate the Clock Tower"...
She joins forces with her companions and sets out in search of the Time Shades.
Recruit companions with distinct personalities, build a party that maximizes skill synergies, and save the Twisted World!
What's in the Deluxe Edition?
Chrono Ark Deluxe Edition for the Nintendo Switch includes both downloadable content packs (DLC), "Summer Twilight" and "High Roller", which are currently available for the Steam version.
Additionally, it contains improvements for overall text display in all languages. From dialogue to tutorials, and UI options, all text is now easier to read.
(Don't worry Steam users, a Steam version update is also in the works)
Characters
Meet the unique companions who join you along for the ride. Leverage each character's strengths to gain the upper hand in battle!
Hein
“It’s time to open a festival of blood. Keh heh…”
Driven by a profound hatred of the Church of Pharos, Hein is a warrior of great potential and uncontrollable madness. His strengths lie in his massive durability and his ability to cut through swaths of enemies.
Miss Chain
"Finally, is it my turn?! Just leave it to me!”
For Miss Chain, destruction is a hobby, burning and cutting open whatever catches her eye. She volunteered for the Investigation Team solely to unleash her chaos in the Twisted Land. Her tool of choice? A handmade, flaming chainsaw.
Pressel
“The Lord is watching over us…”
Pressel has strong faith as a priestess and so she joined the Investigation Team to help purify the Twisted Land.
She brings stability to the team with strong healing and support skills.
Joey
“As expected, you require help from the Elite Joey?”
Joey is a genius chemist who previously worked at the research lab to create specialized equipment. Frustrated by the lack of progress, Joey decided to participate in the investigation of the Twisted Land.
He can help allies or harass enemies with various buffs and debuffs.
Azar
“I’m always ready. Just say the word.”
The Investigation Team relies on Azar's unflappable composure and skillful reactions, which make him a natural leader.
In combat, he unleashes his Illusion Swords in relentless attacks, weaving their strikes into varied and devastating skill combos.
Ironheart
“A mission, eh. Do I get a bonus for this?”
Ironheart commands a private mercenary unit for hire. Officially neutral, they are currently under contract with the Investigation Team to locate and rebuild the Time Shade. In battle, he is a durable shield who protects the entire party. He can also convert the healing directed at him into heavy damage against enemies.
