This week, Nintendo hosted another full Nintendo Direct dedicated to *Kirby Air Riders*. Masahiro Sakurai shared an exciting array of new details about what players can expect in the game. Additionally, fans learned about a special demo event scheduled ahead of the game’s November launch.
Starting in mid-next month, Nintendo Switch Online subscribers will have the chance to play an early version of *Kirby Air Riders* for free. Nintendo announced the **Kirby Air Riders Global Test Ride** demo event on social media following the latest Nintendo Direct video.
The demo event will feature six separate play periods between November 8 and November 16. Each session offers approximately six hours of gameplay, giving players plenty of time to experience the game firsthand. To participate and download the demo, all you need is an active Nintendo Switch Online subscription.
Here is the full schedule for the Kirby Air Riders Global Test Ride demo event (all times in Pacific Time):
– **November 8:** 12 a.m. – 6 a.m. PT
– **November 8:** 4 p.m. – 10 p.m. PT
– **November 9:** 7 a.m. – 1 p.m. PT
– **November 15:** 12 a.m. – 6 a.m. PT
– **November 15:** 4 p.m. – 10 p.m. PT
– **November 16:** 7 a.m. – 1 p.m. PT
Make sure to mark your calendars and don’t miss this exclusive opportunity to get a head start on *Kirby Air Riders*!
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