After a previous debut in Japan, **Guitar Life** for Nintendo Switch is coming west with full English support. The game will be released stateside on **December 15, 2025**.
Guitar Life is designed to teach you how to play the guitar through an engaging gaming experience. Whether you want to follow specific lessons or simply enjoy playing freely, this title offers various modes to suit your style.
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### Learn to Play Guitar While Gaming with HORI’s Guitar Life!
This unique controller and software bundle is crafted specifically for learning guitar on the Nintendo Switch. The controller is shaped like a real guitar, featuring pressure-sensitive strings and even includes a pick to provide a realistic guitar-playing experience as you learn.
Interactive lessons give you the opportunity to learn popular songs, master chords, and practice various exercises. You can track your progress, analyze areas for improvement, and increase your proficiency rank with regular practice.
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### Game Modes
**Lesson Mode:**
Learn chords under the guidance of your mascot instructor, Horichi. Ideal for beginners looking to build a solid foundation.
**Free Play Mode:**
Take a break from lessons and play your own way with this freestyle mode.
**Musical Performance:**
Play from a selection of popular songs included with the bundle:
– Sweet Home Alabama
– Amarillo by Morning
– Breakfast at Tiffany’s
– Closing Time
– So Far Away
– Born to Be Wild
– Ramblin’ Man
– Rhinestone Cowboy
– Absolutely (Story of a Girl)
– China Grove
– Happy Birthday to You
– Twinkle Twinkle Little Star
– Jingle Bells
**Chord Run:**
Keep Horichi surviving at full health by playing chords in Easy, Normal, and Endless modes.
**Rhythm Riff:**
Practice well-known chords with your instructor Canon to help you play real-life songs.
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### Getting Started
Insert the Joy-Con (R) for Nintendo Switch (sold separately) into the Guitar Life controller and launch the downloadable game to begin your guitar journey!
Whether you are a complete beginner or a seasoned musician, Guitar Life offers a friendly and immersive way to learn and enjoy playing guitar on your Nintendo Switch.
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You can now **pre-order Guitar Life for Nintendo Switch [here]**.
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