Marvel’s Guardians of the Galaxy: Encore Edition arrives on Switch 2 November 5

Marvel’s Guardians of the Galaxy: Encore Edition launches on Nintendo Switch 2 on November 5, 2026. Unlike the original Nintendo Switch version that used cloud streaming, this edition runs natively on the hardware. Eidos-Montréal says the game will feature a Quality mode at 1440p and 30 fps, and a Performance mode at 1080p and 40 fps for 120 Hz TVs. The game also supports the Switch 2 docked VRR feature. The new edition includes exclusive 1980s-inspired glam rock outfits for the characters.

Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy · official art via IGDB

Reports say the Switch 2 version struggles to hit its performance targets. Quality mode falls below 30 fps and Performance mode falls below 40 fps. Comparison data shows the Switch 2 version has lower quality reflections, reduced ambient occlusion, and lower level of detail for shadows compared to the PS5 version. The PS5 Performance mode targets 1080p at 60 fps. Players noticed the Switch 2 Performance mode has unstable resolution and degraded textures compared to the PS5 version.