During the Nintendo Switch Online-exclusive "Game Trial" event, where subscribers can play selected Nintendo Switch games in their entirety for a limited time, Minecraft Dungeons will be available to play for free from Monday, July 27, 2026, at 12:00 PM to Sunday, August 2, 2026, at 5:59 PM.
(Note: This article is based on information published in Japan. Please check your local official website for availability and pricing in your respective country or region.)
Play Minecraft Dungeons for Free with Game Trial! Starting July 27
Minecraft Dungeons is an action-adventure game set in the Minecraft universe. You can conquer dungeons together with up to four friends or take them on solo, embarking on an epic quest to defeat the Arch-Illager.
Players must master numerous powerful weapons and items, battling fierce hordes of enemies across canyons, swamps, and mines, or sneaking past them when necessary. You can experience the exploration of this beautiful block-built world bravely or foolishly.
How to Participate in the "Game Trial"
You can participate by downloading the software from the "Game Trial" section on the Minecraft Dungeons product page in the Nintendo Store. Alternatively, you can play by downloading it from the "Game Trial" section at the top of the Minecraft Dungeons page on the Nintendo Switch 2 or Nintendo Switch Nintendo eShop.
Nintendo Switch Online subscribers can play the "Game Trial" as many times and for as many hours as they want during the period. Your save data from the trial will carry over to the purchased retail version.
Game Trial Period
- Monday, July 27, 2026, 12:00 PM – Sunday, August 2, 2026, 5:59 PM
Limited-Time Sale Also Available!
Alongside the "Game Trial," a sale on the digital version of Minecraft Dungeons will also be held. The sale runs from Monday, July 27, 2026, at 12:00 PM to Sunday, August 9, 2026, at 11:59 PM.
- Standard Edition: 2,640 yen (tax included) → 1,848 yen (tax included) 30% off
- Ultimate Edition: 5,280 yen (tax included) → 2,640 yen (tax included) 50% off
- Ultimate DLC Bundle: 2,640 yen (tax included) → 1,320 yen (tax included) 50% off
Sequel, Minecraft Dungeons II, Releases September 29
The sequel to Minecraft Dungeons, Minecraft Dungeons II, is scheduled for release on Tuesday, September 29, 2026.
For more details on the "Game Trial," please check the Nintendo Topics.
[トピックス]『Minecraft Dungeons』が7月27日から期間限定で遊び放題。Nintendo Switch Online加入者限定イベント「いっせいトライアル」開催。https://t.co/k18ZQX6TZ9https://t.co/k18ZQX6TZ9
— 任天堂株式会社 (@Nintendo) July 24, 2026
