The latest update for Survival Kids occurred on May 23, 2025, when the game was officially added to the Nintendo Switch Online Game Boy Color library. This re-release introduces the classic 1999 survival adventure to a new generation of players, preserving its original charm and gameplay mechanics.
In addition to the original game, a fan translation patch for its sequel, Survival Kids 2: Dasshutsu! Futago Shima, was completed in 2015. This patch allows English-speaking players to experience the sequel, which was never officially released outside Japan. The patch is available as an IPS file, which can be applied to a ROM of the original game using tools like Lunar IPS.
For those interested in the series’ revival, a new entry titled Survival Kids was released on June 5, 2025, exclusively for the Nintendo Switch 2. This installment offers a cooperative survival adventure for up to four players, featuring island exploration, resource gathering, and puzzle-solving in a family-friendly environment. It is the only new third-party game in the Switch 2’s launch lineup, highlighting Konami’s commitment to reviving classic franchises.
