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Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth–demo ute till Switch 2 och Xbox Series
A demo for Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth has been released for Nintendo Switch and Xbox Series, serving as a prelude to the game's June 3rd launch. This demo allows players to experience the first two chapters, with progress carrying over to the full game, and includes bonus rewards. Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth is the second installment in the remake trilogy of the original PlayStation title and is already available on PlayStation 5 and PC.
A Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth Demo Just Dropped For Switch 2 and Xbox Series | Console Creatures
Square Enix has released a free demo for Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth on Nintendo Switch 2 and Xbox Series consoles, featuring the first two chapters. Progress and save data, including bonus items, will carry over to the full game launching June 3, 2026. The game was previously reviewed and called 'incredible'.
FFVII Rebirth Switch 2 and Xbox Series X Demo Debuts
Square Enix has released a demo for Final Fantasy VII Rebirth on Nintendo Switch 2 and Xbox Series X, allowing players to carry over save data to the full game. The demo includes the first two chapters, picking up after the events of Final Fantasy VII Remake. Pre-order bonuses for various editions of the game have also been detailed.
The Gladio Mori Demo is back
The Gladio Mori demo has returned to Steam and is now available on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series consoles with crossplay support. The updated demo features a new Castle map, character materials, and allows players to use selected weapon sets in multiplayer with users of the full game.
HYPERFIGHT 2, a new take on 2D fighting, launches Demo on Steam
studio joh has released a demo for their upcoming 2D fighting game, HYPERFIGHT 2, on Steam for PC. The demo, available until the full game's release planned for Summer 2026, features online functionality with rollback netcode, tutorials, and combo trials. Saves from the demo will transfer to the full game.
FREE DEMO OF FINAL FANTASY VII REBIRTH OUT NOW ON NINTENDO SWITCH 2 AND XBOX
Square Enix has released a free demo for Final Fantasy VII Rebirth on Nintendo Switch 2 and Xbox Series X|S, allowing players to carry over progress to the full game launching June 3, 2026. The demo includes the first two chapters, showcasing combat, side stories, and the Queen's Blood card game. Pre-orders for the full game on Nintendo Switch 2 and Xbox offer various digital and physical bonuses, including a Magic: The Gathering card.
Final Fantasy VII Rebirth demo has dropped on Switch 2 & Xbox
Square Enix has released a free demo for Final Fantasy VII Rebirth on Nintendo Switch 2 and Xbox, featuring the opening chapters and allowing progress to be carried over. The demo includes new features like Streamlined Progression and rewards players with in-game items for the full release. The article also references a preview of the game on Switch 2 and includes a positive review of the original PlayStation 5 release.
Demo is now available for Final Fantasy VII Rebirth on Nintendo Switch 2
Square Enix has released a demo for Final Fantasy VII Rebirth on the Nintendo Switch 2. The demo is 45GB and features save data transfer to the full game, which releases on June 3rd. The article notes performance issues on the PlayStation 5 version, including lower image quality and framerate dips.
Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth gets a surprise demo today, complete with progression carry-over on Xbox, Switch 2 and PC
A surprise free demo for Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth is now available on Nintendo Switch 2 and Xbox Series X/S, featuring progression carry-over to the full game. The demo includes the first two chapters and allows players to experience the game's opening moments and Queen's Blood mini-game. Progress made in the demo will unlock bonus in-game items upon the full game's release on June 3rd.
A Demo For Final Fantasy VII Rebirth Is Now Available On Switch 2
A free demo for Final Fantasy VII Rebirth is now available on the Switch 2 eShop, allowing players to experience the first two chapters. The demo supports progression carry-over to the full game, which launches on June 3, 2026, and features streamlined progression options seen in Final Fantasy VII Remake.
Final Fantasy VII Rebirth demo for Xbox Series, Switch 2 now available
Square Enix has released a demo for Final Fantasy VII Rebirth. The demo is available for Xbox Series X, Nintendo Switch, and the Microsoft Store, allowing players to experience a portion of the game before its full release.
Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth gets a surprise demo today, complete with progression carry-over on Xbox, Switch 2 and PC
Square Enix has released a surprise free demo for Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth, available today on Nintendo Switch 2 and Xbox Series X/S. Progress made in the demo will carry over to the full game, which launches on June 3rd for both platforms. The demo includes the first two chapters and offers a glimpse of the game's performance on the Nintendo Switch 2.
Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth Demo is Available Now on Xbox Series X/S and Nintendo Switch 2
Square Enix has released a free demo for Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth on Xbox Series X/S, Nintendo Switch 2, and PC via the Microsoft Store. The demo includes content up to the end of Chapter 2, with save data carrying over to unlock bonuses in the full game. Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth is set to launch on June 3rd.
Demos and Freebies
The Wake, a survival action RPG with customizable gear and eldritch magic, is available as a demo on Steam for PC. Players can catch mutated monsters and fight for survival on the dark waters of a forgotten archipelago.
Eternal Haunt - A chilling playable demo launches on Steam
True Ronin Games has launched a playable demo for their upcoming psychological survival horror game, Eternal Haunt, on Steam. The demo offers a 30-45 minute experience set in a winter nightmare, featuring exploration, puzzle-solving, and dynamic scare systems. Players are encouraged to provide feedback as development continues towards the full release.
Bubsy 4D's Free PS5 Demo Will Let You See for Yourself Whether It's Any Good
A playable demo for the 3D platformer Bubsy 4D is now available on PlayStation 5. Developed by Fabraz and published by Atari, the demo allows players to experience the tutorial and the first three levels of the game, with the full release scheduled for May 22nd.
Try New PS5, PS4 Game in Beloved Adventure Series for Free
A free demo for the upcoming platform adventure game Bubsy 4D is now available on the PlayStation Store for both PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4 players. Developed by Fabraz and Atari, the game is part of a long-running franchise and is set to release on May 22, 2026. The demo allows players to experience a portion of the game without requiring a PlayStation Plus subscription.
“Furr-Tastic” Bubsy 4D Console Demo Live
A demo for the upcoming console game Bubsy 4D is now available, featuring the first three levels and showcasing expressive movement mechanics. The game is set to launch on May 22 for Nintendo Switch, PlayStation, Xbox, and PC. The article also mentions recent updates and announcements for other games including Monsters are Coming!, The Blood of Dawnwalker, Star Trucker, Dinkum, The Shore: Enhanced Edition, and 007 First Light.
Demos and Freebies
The cave-exploration survival simulator Casualties: Unknown has released a demo on Steam for PC. The game tasks players with retrieving lost cargo on a foreign planet in an unforgiving environment.
PS5 Players Can Now Try Surprise Hit 2025 Games for Free
PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4 owners can now download free demos for the games Marvel Cosmic Invasion and Nitro Gen Omega. Marvel Cosmic Invasion, developed by Tribute Games and published by DotEmu, is available with nine playable superheroes and two levels. Nitro Gen Omega, a sandbox RPG currently in early access on Steam, offers a demo for its upcoming PlayStation 5 release.
