Switch Online’s June Game Trial Kicks Off With EA Sports FC 26
Nintendo is hosting a limited-time game trial for EA Sports FC 26 on Switch 2 and Switch systems, capitalizing on World Cup season interest. The trial, available through June 24, 2026, allows Switch Online members to experience the football simulation’s key features, including online and local multiplayer modes, squad-building mechanics, real-world scenario challenges, and professional player development systems.
Players who decide to purchase EA Sports FC 26 during the trial period can transfer their save data to the full version, preserving their progress. To incentivize purchases, Nintendo is offering the digital version of the game at up to 80% discount across select regions until July 1, 2026. Additionally, players participating in the trial can earn 100 Platinum Points simply by engaging with the promotion.
This trial represents part of Nintendo’s broader Switch Online promotional strategy, using limited-time access to premium titles to drive engagement and potential purchases. The timing during World Cup season targets football fans and sports game enthusiasts. The cross-save feature and significant discount create additional incentives for trial players to convert to full purchases, combining free access with financial motivation to buy the complete game.