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Switch demos

Thousands of games are currently available on Switch, and there are a ton of demos out there for many of them. Not just Nintendo, but also third-parties are offering demos. We’ve now put together a comprehensive list of what’s out there.

Since our reader base is English-speaking, that’s what we’re focusing on here. In other words, we’re highlighting Switch demos that you can find in North America and Europe. Japan has a few extra demos on its end, but a majority of them are for titles that are not currently being sold in the west and are only playable in Japanese.

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Atelier Yumia demo

Atelier Yumia: The Alchemist of Memories & the Envisioned Land is receiving a demo ahead of launch, Koei Tecmo and Gust shared today. Fans can grab it starting on March 17, 2025.

The demo lets players experience the game starting with the prologue up to the early game main quest, “Pioneering the Ligneus Region”. It offers a glimpse of gathering ingredients on the field, battles, synthesis, and building. Also, all progress can transfer over to the full version of the title.

Star Overdrive demo

Starting today, Star Overdrive fans can try out a demo early with a demo that just arrived on Nintendo Switch. It’s accessible via the official Nintendo eShop page.

There’s a good chunk of gameplay here as the team says players can access the first hour or so of content. This includes a glimpse of the story plus a taste of the game’s puzzles, combat, and ability to free-ride on their hoverboard in the tutorial zone of a vast alien world.

Rusty Rabbit demo

Rusty Rabbit has a couple of months to go until its ready for primetime, but fans can try it out now via a demo that was just released.

NetEase says that “players can expect a well-rounded test experience, containing the introductory part of the full game and story.” It provides an early taste of the “smash and dash” gameplay featuring rabbit hero Stamp.

Donkey Kong Country Returns HD demo

If you’ve had some interest in Donkey Kong Country Returns HD but have yet to pick up the game, you might be interested to hear that a demo is available. Nintendo just put it up on the eShop.

As many of you know, Donkey Kong Country Returns HD already launched last week. Nintendo typically distributes these trials before launch, but that wasn’t the case here. Still, it’s better late than never.

Phantom Brave The Lost Hero demo

January 13: Those eager to get their hands on Phantom Brave: The Lost Hero will be happy to hear that NIS America just confirmed plans to distribute a demo. The trial goes live on Friday, January 17. You’ll be able to download it from the Nintendo eShop.

NIS America didn’t elaborate on what the Phantom Brave: The Lost Hero has to offer, but it should give players a small taste of the game. Save data will carry over to the full version.

Fitness Boxing 3 demo

A demo for Fitness Boxing 3: Your Personal Trainer is now available, Nintendo and Imaginer have announced.

The demo lets players check out some of the game’s features and original songs. Along with Daily Workout and Free Exercise modes – plus Daily and Weekly missions, and Stretching – the following new modes can be experienced:

Bubble Ghost Remake demo

SelectPlay and Nakama Game Studio have announced a new demo for Bubble Ghost Remake. Those on Nintendo Switch can download it starting today.

Specifics about what the demo includes weren’t provided. However, it should give fans a taste of what they can expect when the full game launches in the future.

Super Monkey Ball Banana Rumble Demo

SEGA has just announced that a demo for Super Monkey Ball Banana Rumble is now available for download on Switch.

For those of you who need a refresher, here’s an overview of the game:

Ys X demo

October 14: Heads up for Ys X: Nordics fans – a demo for the game was just released. NIS America is giving Switch owners a taste of the action ahead of the full launch later this month.

The demo provides fast-paced fighting action, powerful offense, and defense in Solo Mode and Duo Mode, charged elemental attacks with Mana Burst, sailing gameplay, battles on land and sea, and more. Additionally, save data from the demo carries over to the full game.


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