So, this program is open for the owners of a Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack membership, that was active since October 9, 2024 3 PM PT. They need to be 18 years old as of October 9, 2024 3 PM PT, and they need to have a Nintendo Account registered in the US, UK, Japan, France, Germany, Italy, or Spain.

Nintendo has launched a search for 10,000 testers, offering them first access to a mysterious new Switch Online feature. While the announcement provides few details and offers no concrete hints about what the feature involves,

Do you want to be one of the 10,000 people who participate in Nintendo’s mysterious new “Playtest Program” for Nintendo Switch Online? If you meet the criteria, you can apply for the playtest from the “To application page” link on Nintendo’s website starting today at 11AM ET / 8AM PT.