Monolith Soft has added a new Merc Assault mode in Xenoblade Chronicles 2 Nintendo Switch 2 Edition, but, as with the game’s other content, you will need to unlock this dynamic battle mode in which you can directly control Blades. After Yew’s explanation is over, you will receive the quest Vandham’s Other Ask, unlock Merc Assault, and are free to tackle Merc Assault Missions. Importantly, once Merc Assault is unlocked, you can access it through the in-game menu (+ Button), selecting Merc Group to then have the option to choose Merc Assault. Xenoblade Chronicles 2 Nintendo Switch 2 Edition is now available digitally on the Nintendo eShop for Nintendo Switch 2 worldwide, with a physical version to be made available through retailers from 1 October 2026. Xenoblade Chronicles 2 Nintendo Switch 2 Edition Overview Trailer