Nintendo Japan continues with its sample game show. In this case, we receive confirmation of the next title included in this promotion for this country.
We are talking about Golf Story, which will be playable for free for those with Nintendo Switch Online and a Japanese account (you can learn how to create one here) between January 7 and 14. The advance that is achieved in this free version can be passed to the full game if purchased later, although this trial version allows you to play the full title together with local and online multiplayer modes.
In this case, no discounts have been confirmed in the eShop for that period of time. We do not know if a promotion with this same game will be launched in the West, although we must remember that with Minecraft Dungeons and other titles we could enjoy the same sample version in Japan and the West.
What do you think? We leave you with our coverage of the title here. You also have below frequently asked questions About this sample game service and promotional video:
With a subscription to Nintendo Switch Online, you can try certain games for a limited time on your Nintendo Switch.
What is a sample game?
A sample game is a free, downloadable version of a game available as a member of Nintendo Switch Online. The game will be available in the sample games section so you can try it for a limited time. When the sample period or your subscription to Nintendo Switch Online ends, you will not be able to continue playing the game.
Is a sample game the same as a trial version of a game?
No, as the sample games include the full version of the game, but only for a specified period of time.
How do I download a sample game?
If you live in a European country where you can create a Nintendo Account, you can download sample games for your Nintendo Switch console from the Nintendo eShop.
- Log in to the Nintendo eShop with a Nintendo Account that has an active Nintendo Switch Online membership.
- Choose Nintendo Switch Online in the leftmost menu to view the currently available sample games.
- Select a game and choose Descargar to download the sample game.
- You can too search for a title available as a sample kit and select Descargar.
- You can check the download progress on the HOME menu.
Do I need an internet connection to play a sample game?
You will need an internet connection to download the sample game and start the game after restarting your Nintendo Switch console. After starting the sample game, you will only need an internet connection to play online or use any other online feature of the game.
How long can I play a sample game?
You can see the remaining time of the sample game in the game icon on the HOME Menu.
Can I play a sample game with other players who have the same game?
Yes, if the game has online games. Sample games allow you to enjoy the full version of a game, including its online features.
Can I buy downloadable content for a sample game?
Yes, you will be able to purchase all downloadable content in the game and use it as long as the sample game is available. However, keep in mind that the content cannot be played separately, so you will no longer be able to use it when the sample game is no longer available.
Will I keep the data for a sample game if I finally buy the game?
Yes, save data for a sample game is not deleted when the sample period ends, so you can resume your game by purchasing the game.
What happens when the sample period of a game ends?
When the sample period ends, you will not be able to play the game again. You can choose to delete or archive the sample set or buy the game and pick up where you left off.
If you have purchased downloadable content for the sample game, you will only be able to access it after you have purchased a copy of the game.
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