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1Scan for outdated or missing drivers - takes under a minute2Clear out junk files and repair common Windows errors3Fix the driver behind crashes, sound loss and screen glitchesMarvel’s Guardians of the Galaxy: Encore Edition arrives exclusively on Nintendo Switch 2 on November 5, 2026. The single-player, story-driven action-adventure puts you in control of Star-Lord, adds a new 1980s glam-rock outfit set for all five Guardians, and is planned for both digital and physical release.
Release date and platform
Nintendo lists November 5, 2026 as the release date for Marvel’s Guardians of the Galaxy: Encore Edition. This edition is exclusive to Nintendo Switch 2; the announcement does not describe a simultaneous release for the original Nintendo Switch or other platforms.
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Nintendo identifies Eidos-Montréal as the developer and CDE Entertainment as the publisher. The game supports one player on a single system.
What kind of game it is
Encore Edition is a story-driven action-adventure. You play as Star-Lord and direct the Guardians during combat and exploration. Your decisions influence how the story unfolds, so the campaign is built around both action and player choice rather than purely linear encounters.
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- Player count: one player on one system.
- Playable lead: Star-Lord.
- Core structure: cinematic story, combat commands and exploration.
- Choice system: decisions can change the way the narrative develops.
What the Encore Edition adds
The defining new content is an outfit set inspired by 1980s glam rock. The set covers each member of the team:
| Guardian | New Encore content |
|---|---|
| Star-Lord | 1980s glam-rock outfit |
| Drax | 1980s glam-rock outfit |
| Gamora | 1980s glam-rock outfit |
| Rocket | 1980s glam-rock outfit |
| Groot | 1980s glam-rock outfit |
Nintendo describes these as included Encore outfits. The announcement does not establish additional missions, characters, weapons or story chapters, so buyers should treat the outfit set as the confirmed new feature.
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Performance targets on Switch 2
Marvel’s official announcement gives separate targets for television and handheld play. These are announced targets, not independent testing results, and final performance can depend on the finished software.
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| Mode | Resolution target | Frame-rate target |
|---|---|---|
| TV Quality | 1440p | 30 fps |
| TV Performance | 1080p | 40 fps |
| Handheld | Not stated | 30 fps |
The listed modes suggest a straightforward choice: TV Quality prioritizes higher output resolution, while TV Performance lowers the target resolution to pursue a higher frame rate. Nintendo also says the Switch 2 version is designed for refined controls and handheld play, but it has not published independent benchmark results.
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Digital and physical editions
Nintendo Southeast Asia explicitly confirms that the game will release in both digital and physical formats. The United States page represented in the current listing is a digital listing, so regional storefronts and retailers may display different purchase options before launch.
Nintendo has not established final pricing, box contents or whether every region will receive identical physical packaging. Check the local Nintendo eShop and authorized retailers when pre-orders open for the edition available in your country.
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How much storage the download needs
Storage figures differ between Nintendo’s regional listings:
| Listing | Published size | Qualification |
|---|---|---|
| Nintendo United States | 45 GB estimated | 2026 US listing; pre-release information may change |
| Nintendo United Kingdom | 46.3 GB download | 2026 UK listing; regional/listing-specific figure |
Plan for roughly 46 GB of available space, while allowing extra room for system data and updates. The two numbers are not evidence of different game content; they are regional listing values, and Nintendo warns that pre-release information may not be final.
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What is confirmed—and what is still unknown
- Confirmed: November 5, 2026 release date.
- Confirmed: Nintendo Switch 2 exclusivity.
- Confirmed: single-player story-driven action-adventure starring Star-Lord.
- Confirmed: new glam-rock outfits for Star-Lord, Drax, Gamora, Rocket and Groot.
- Confirmed: digital and physical distribution, according to Nintendo Southeast Asia.
- Announced targets: 1440p/30 fps TV Quality, 1080p/40 fps TV Performance and 30 fps handheld.
- Not yet established: final price, detailed physical packaging, exact handheld resolution and independent performance testing.
Who should pay attention to this release
Switch 2 owners looking for a cinematic solo game get a portable version with a choice-driven campaign and mode options for television play. Existing fans who already know the Guardians may find the glam-rock costumes the main attraction of Encore Edition, since no new story campaign or other major expansion has been announced. Anyone deciding between formats should wait for regional listings to confirm price, stock and the exact physical package.
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