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Nintendo Switch Online: Playtest Program Reveals New Game Details
The official website for the Nintendo Switch Online: Playtest Program was updated today, revealing exciting details about the initiative.
There has been considerable speculation surrounding Nintendo’s plans, with theories ranging from GameCube support on Switch Online to a potential Miiverse return. However, it has now been confirmed that Nintendo is testing a new type of game.
According to official images shared by X user Ethan_ThisGuy, “the goal is to work with others to fully ‘develop’ a massive, expansive planet by utilizing creativity and framed resources.” As players progress across the planet, new lands, enemies, and resources emerge. A core element of the experience involves Beacons, which “emit a healing light that purifies and develops the land.” The game description indicates that players “repeat the process until their current Planetary Block is considered fully developed.”
Another innovative aspect of the game is the Dev Core, functioning as a social hub where players can gather, level up their characters, and obtain items.
Below are a few images from the program, courtesy of Ethan_ThisGuy:
Shortly after the announcement of the test, it became clear that Nintendo preferred participants not to share information. However, given the nature of the internet, it was expected that this request might be challenging to enforce.
As of now, the future plans for this game beyond the upcoming test remain uncertain. Nevertheless, participants can look forward to trying it out when it officially kicks off this Wednesday. For those who might have missed the original announcement of the Nintendo Switch Online: Playtest Program, further details can be found here.
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