Starsand Island on Nintendo Switch 2 — Full Details
Starsand Island launches on Switch 2 on August 18, 2026 — file size, languages, multiplayer, and Joy-Con mouse support.
Last verified: 2026-08-19
Release timing and file size
The Switch 2 version went live at 5:00 AM PDT on August 18, 2026 — the same global unlock as Steam. The download is 9.7 GB and supports 1 player locally plus up to 4 players online. Online play uses Nintendo Switch Online, which is required for co-op sessions.
Languages and voice acting
The Switch 2 build supports Japanese, British English, and American English for the user interface, with full Chinese voice acting in cutscenes. Subtitles are available in English and Japanese. Some early-access romance scenes are still voiced only in Chinese with Japanese/English subtitles; the developer has confirmed full English voice is planned.
Joy-Con mouse controls and Switch 2 features
The 2nd-generation Joy-Con can be used sideways as a mouse for the build-mode camera — a small but very welcome addition for placing furniture on your homestead. The HD Rumble 2 feature is supported, and the system recognises the new C-button on the right Joy-Con for quick menus.
What you get at launch
Switch 2 owners get the full Version 1.0 package: 4-player multiplayer, the Autumn Pumpkin Festival, the new 3-heart romance events, hot springs dates, and the Blueprint Contest winners. Console updates roll out on a separate review schedule, so patches may land a day or two after the PC version.