Nintendo Switch Online Adds 3 Free Game Trials for a Limited Time

Nintendo Switch Online Adds 3 Free Game Trials for a Limited Time

Key Takeaways

  • Nintendo Switch Online members can download and try A Little to the Left, Cursed to Golf, and Vampire Survivors at no additional cost.
  • These game trials will be available until October 30, 2024 at 11:59pm PDT.
  • Nintendo Switch Online subscribers can download the trials by visiting the games’ eShop listings.

As a seasoned gamer with decades of gaming experiences under my belt, I must say that Nintendo Switch Online’s latest offering of free game trials is nothing short of a treasure trove for us gamers! The opportunity to try out three indie games – A Little to the Left, Cursed to Golf, and Vampire Survivors – without breaking the bank is truly a game-changer.


Members with a Nintendo Switch Online subscription can temporarily download and test-play three indie games from 2022: “A Little to the Left,” “Cursed to Golf,” and “Vampire Survivors.” This isn’t the first time free game trials have been provided to subscribers, and it’s likely that more will be given in the future.

The Nintendo Switch Online service is a paid membership that offers users the chance to engage in multiplayer gaming online, play a selection of retro Nintendo games, and enjoy various extra perks. These extras include free game trials, and Nintendo has previously allowed subscribers to test out games such as “Nintendo Switch Sports”, “Mario Kart 8 Deluxe”, and “Splatoon 2” without any extra charges.

Nintendo continues to provide free game trials, and they’ve just announced that Nintendo Switch Online members can test out games like “A Little to the Left, Cursed to Golf, and Vampire Survivors” for free. These trials run until October 30, 2024 at 11:59pm PDT. To download these indie games, simply visit their eShop listings and click “Download” next to “Game Trials.

Nintendo Discounts Three Games for a Limited Time

Nintendo has shared that temporarily, the digital editions of “A Little to the Left”, “Cursed to Golf”, and “Vampire Survivors” will be available at reduced prices on the eShop. Here are more details about these discounts; enthusiasts of challenges might want to grab some of these games before they revert back to their regular costs.

  • Save 40% on A Little to the Left (ends 10/30 at 11:59pm PDT)
  • Save 75% on Cursed to Golf (ends 11/1 at 11:59pm PDT)
  • Save 15% on Vampire Survivors (ends 11/7 at 11:59pm PDT)

For those not familiar with it yet, “A Little to the Left” is a charming puzzle game designed by Max Inferno. The main focus of this game revolves around arranging, stacking, and organizing assorted household items. The original version boasts over 100 puzzles, but for an enhanced experience, there are two expansion packs (Downloadable Content or DLC) available that introduce additional levels to the gameplay.

Regarding “Cursed to Golf”, it’s a 2D golf game infused with roguelike features that will challenge players’ abilities. In fact, this independent game from Chuhai Labs isn’t a leisurely stroll; players should be prepared for numerous attempts before reaching its conclusion.

Ultimately, we have “Vampire Survivors“, an action-packed roguelike game that gained significant popularity upon its debut in 2022. Worth mentioning is that the Ode to Castlevania DLC for “Vampire Survivors” will be released on October 31, following the conclusion of its free trial period. Players who enjoyed the demo might want to take a peek at it after that.

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2024-10-23 20:54