Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic is the next Nintendo Switch Online Game Trial

Original: With May the 4th tomorrow, Nintendo have revealed that Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic is the next game to get the Nintendo Switch Online Game Trial treatment.

Those that are currently a part of the service can play the full game entirely at no extra cost. The trial period will be held between May 3 and May 9.

Like other similar offers of this nature, any progress you make can be used in the full version if you choose to purchase the game later on. Additionally, you can earn Platinum Points on My Nintendo simply for participating.

Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic launched on Switch via the eShop in November 2021. Read more about it below.

Four thousand years before the Galactic Empire, hundreds of Jedi Knights have fallen in battle against the ruthless Sith and you are the last hope of the Jedi Order. Can you master the awesome power of the Force and save the Republic? Or will you fall to the lure of the dark side?

— A Star Wars epic set in the untouched era before the rise of the Empire, filled with unique characters, creatures, vehicles and planets.

— A deep RPG experience with customizable characters and meaningful choices that impact the story, your squad, and even yourself.

— Harness the power of the Force with over 40 different abilities and wield your own lightsaber.

— Adventure through eight enormous and iconic Star Wars worlds, including Tatooine and Kashyyyk, in your own starship, the Ebon Hawk.

— Choose your party from and build everlasting bonds with nine unique crewmates, including Twi’leks, droids and Wookies.

Hero or villain, savior or conqueror… you alone will determine the fate of the entire galaxy!

It is currently unknown if this will only apply to Europe, or if other regions such as North America and Japan will be getting the title as part of the service at a later date. We’ll let you know if anything is announced.

Update: The same event is now confirmed for North America. You’ll be able to participate between May 3 and May 9.