No Man’s Sky is Europe’s next Nintendo Switch Online Game Trial

No Man’s Sky is Europe’s next Nintendo Switch Online Game Trial

Posted on August 18, 2026 by Brian(@NE_Brian)
in News, Switch, Switch 2

For the latest Switch Online Game Trial in Europe, Nintendo has announced No Man’s Sky will be made available.

The entire game can be played for free if you’re an active member starting on August 20. It can be downloaded on both Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch. Additionally, all save data transfers to the full version if you end up making a purchase later on.

Below is an overview of the title:

Inspired by the adventure and imagination that we love from classic science-fiction, No Man’s Sky presents you with a galaxy to explore, filled with unique planets and lifeforms, and constant danger and action.

In No Man’s Sky, every star is the light of a distant sun, each orbited by planets filled with life, and you can go to any of them you choose. Fly smoothly from deep space to planetary surfaces, with no loading screens, and no limits. In this infinite procedurally generated universe, you’ll discover places and creatures that no other players have seen before – and perhaps never will again.
Embark on an epic voyage

At the centre of the galaxy lies a irresistible pulse which draws you on a journey towards it to learn the true nature of the cosmos. But, facing hostile creatures and fierce pirates, you’ll know that death comes at a cost, and survival will be down to the choices you make over how you upgrade your ship, your weapon and suit.
Find your own destiny

Your voyage through No Man’s Sky is up to you. Will you be a fighter, preying on the weak and taking their riches, or taking out pirates for their bounties? Power is yours if you upgrade your ship for speed and weaponry.

Or a trader? Find rich res. Invest in more cargo space and you’ll reap huge rewards

Or perhaps an explorer? Go beyond the known frontier and discover places and things that no one has ever seen before. Upgrade your engines to jump ever farther, and strengthen your suit for survival in toxic environments that would kill the unwary.
Share your journey

The galaxy is a living, breathing place. Trade convoys travel between stars, factions vie for territory, pirates hunt the unwary, and the police are ever watching. Every other player lives in the same galaxy, and you can choose to share your discoveries with them on a map that spans known space. Perhaps you will see the results of their actions as well as your own…

As of now we haven’t heard about a similar offer for North America, but that could be shared later on. We’ll let you know if we hear anything.

The No Man’s Sky Nintendo Switch Online Game Trial will be available in Europe until August 26. Read more about what’s happening with the subscription service here.

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