Nintendo has lifted the lid on a new program called ‘Game Trials’, which will soon give European Nintendo Switch Online subscribers the option to play Mario Tennis Aces for free.
Game Trials seems to be Nintendo’s answer to the PS+ Instant Game Collection, albeit with a bit less freedom. Whereas PlayStation lets its members download and keep a selection of monthly games for as long as their subscription remains active, Game Trials is a system where you effectively borrow a Nintendo-chosen game for a limited time, with progress saved for if you buy it.
Running from August 7 to August 13, the first Game Trial game for Europe is Mario Tennis Aces. The trial grants full access to the game, which will then also be on sale at a 33% discount for those who like what they play and want to fully own it.
Source: IGN.com Mario Tennis Aces Is Temporarily Free In New 'Game Trials' Scheme