The Ninjala open beta test is now available for preload via the Nintendo eShop.
As previously announced, the open beta test itself will not be playable until April 28, where users will have three hour-long windows to try out the free-to-play online action game.
Here are the details, via Nintendo.com:
About
An online action battle game featuring ninja and gum! Assume the role of a modern-day ninja and take part in the Ninjala tournament!
Available for a limited time only:
- PDT
- April 28 from 12:00 to 12:59
- April 28 from 20:00 to 20:59
- April 29 from 04:00 to 04:59
- BST
- April 28 from 20:00 to 20:59
- April 29 from 04:00 to 04:59
- April 29 from 12:00 to 12:59
- JST
- April 29 from 04:00 to 04:59
- April 29 from 12:00 to 12:59
- April 29 from 20:00 to 20:59
- AEST
- April 29 from 05:00 to 05:59
- April 29 from 13:00 to 13:59
- April 29 from 21:00 to 21:59
*Please note that the schedule is subject to change.
Key Features
- Ninja-Gum – Use Ninja-Gum to blow bubbles that can be tossed at your foes, craft all sorts of weapons, and dash across stages. The appearance and variety of your weapon will vary depending on the type of Ninja-Gum you use.
- Competitive Player – Take part in Battle Royale-style matches of up to 8 players and vie for supremacy with ninja around the world. The player who earns the most points over the course of the match will be declared the winner. Score points by defeating your opponents, obtaining items, destroying drones positioned across the stage, and more. Earn extra points by taking down your opponents with an IPPON—impressive finishing techniques.
- Avatar – Choose from a host of distinctive avatar items and combine them as you see fit. You can stick to one brand for a consistent look, or mix and match to create a style all your own!
This version of Ninjala is the Ninjala Exclusive Ninja Club edition. You can enjoy a subset of the features to be found in the release version, including online battles. Please be aware that saved game data from this version cannot be transferred to the release version.
Ninjala is due out for Switch via the Nintendo eShop on May 27 in the west and May 28 in Japan. Read more about the game here.
Watch a gameplay video below.