Nintendo has quietly made updates to its Nintendo Switch Online: Playtest Program website, signaling the arrival of a new game that has piqued the interest of many. The playtest is set to commence on October 23 at 6:00 PM PT and will run until November 5 at 5:00 PM PT, exclusively for the 10,000 participants who had previously registered for the now-closed program. Despite Nintendo’s reputation for maintaining secrecy, some players have managed to leak intriguing details about this upcoming title, rumored to be an MMO (massively multiplayer online) game.
Nintendo’s Upcoming MMO: Currently Leaked Details
Warning: The following information is from leaked details shared by the playtesters from the Nintendo Switch Online program. The details are subject to change.
Social media has become a platform for potential playtesters to share snippets of the materials they received from Nintendo. According to these leaks, the game revolves around players collaborating to develop a vast and expansive planet through creativity and resource management. As players gather resources, new enemies will emerge, adding an element of challenge to the experience.
A key feature of the game is referred to as ‘Beacons’, which are described as emitting a healing light that purifies and enhances the land. The leaked information suggests that players will engage in a cycle of gathering and developing their current Planetary Block until it reaches full maturity. Additionally, a dedicated social space known as “Dev Core” will allow players to progress, collect items, and interact with one another.
In a nod to the creative spirit of gaming, Nintendo has also included tools for players to create and share their content, termed “UGC (User-Generated Content) features”. This aspect draws parallels to popular platforms like Roblox or Minecraft, but with Nintendo’s unique twist. To access these creative features, players must complete a test that emphasizes the importance of respectful online behavior.
The test software for the game requires 2.2GB of free space for download. Interestingly, while participants were not bound by a non-disclosure agreement, Nintendo has requested that they refrain from sharing any details about the playtest. This lack of an NDA has led to a flurry of leaked content, prompting Nintendo to issue copyright strikes and remove infringing material.
As the gaming community eagerly anticipates more information, questions linger about whether this new MMO will coincide with the rumored Nintendo Switch 2. The excitement surrounding Nintendo’s foray into the MMO genre is palpable, and players are keen to see how this innovative title will unfold.
