Prior to the launch of Dark Souls Remastered on the Nintendo Switch hybrid console, there will be a network test which is scheduled for September 21st to 23rd.

Dark Souls Remastered Switch Network Test Scheduled For September 21st to 23rd

Those who want to take Dark Souls Remastered for a test drive on the Switch, can download the client from the Nintendo eShop now for free. The test was announced via Bandai Namco US Twitter account:

Be one of the first to die in Dark Souls: Remastered on #NintendoSwitch & download the network test today! Test will be playable between 5PM-9PM PDT on 9/21, 9/22, & 9/23 with Nintendo Switch Online. (Currently, a free 7-day trial of Nintendo Switch Online is available as well!) pic.twitter.com/AT0YFkufMv

— Bandai Namco US (@BandaiNamcoUS) September 19, 2018

The network test will be available during these times as follows:

Those who take part in the network test will be taken to the Undead Parish, being able to access single-player and multiplayer content. Switch players should note Nintendo have launched their Online Service and will need to subscribe in order to access online multiplayer features. You can try a 7 day trial for free and be able to play this weekend.

Dark Souls Remastered launched earlier this year for PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and PC back in May and will now launch on the Nintendo Switch on October 19, 2018.

If you’re heading to the Undead Parish you should check out what we thought of the game in our Dark Souls Remastered Review: Nostalgia In 4K on PS4. If you’re looking for a guide be sure to read our Dark Souls Remastered Game Progress Guide. For all your Dark Souls needs, visit our Dark Souls wiki.