Play Star Wars Bounty Hunter and Jedi Power Battles Free on Switch

There’s nothing quite like hunting bounties across the galaxy or swinging a lightsaber through wave after wave of battle droids—especially when it’s free.

As part of a special limited-time Star Wars gaming promotion, Star Wars Bounty Hunter and Episode I: Jedi Power Battles are both available to play for free on Nintendo Switch. Yes, absolutely free—no credits, no microtransactions, no shady deals with the Hutts.

But you’ve only got until 11:59 PM PT on May 6th, so consider this your hyperspace-level heads-up.

What’s the Deal? Two Classic Star Wars Games, Free to Play

Nintendo has quietly rolled out a limited-time offer that lets players try out two retro Star Wars games on the Switch—both originally released on PlayStation consoles and lovingly preserved for a new generation of gamers.

Here’s what you can play:

Star Wars: Bounty Hunter

Play as Jango Fett, the galaxy’s most stylish Mandalorian with absolutely no time for your nonsense.
This third-person action game blends intense combat, jetpack-fueled traversal, and a surprisingly rich prequel-era storyline.
Originally released in 2002, it’s been updated with enhanced visuals while staying true to the original chaos of bounty hunting.

Episode I: Jedi Power Battles

Choose your favorite Jedi from the prequel era—including Mace Windu and Obi-Wan Kenobi—and dive into some of the best (and hardest) co-op lightsaber action ever made.
The game features local multiplayer, over-the-top acrobatics, and more button-mashing than your average podrace.
Think beat ‘em up, but with Force pushes.

Both games are available for free download for Nintendo Switch Online subscribers, as part of the Game Trial service. So if you’re already a subscriber, this is a no-brainer.

Why Should You Play These Now?

Besides the obvious perk of not paying a single galactic credit, these titles represent a different era of Star Wars games—when gameplay was challenging, the graphics were blocky, and every jump felt like a small gamble with fate.

More importantly:

Bounty Hunter expands on Jango Fett’s story, giving him more character development than the prequels managed in two hours.
Jedi Power Battles is a multiplayer gem that delivers classic couch co-op action (and frustration) you can now relive on a modern console.

And let’s be honest—how many chances do you get to hurl battle droids off ledges as Ki-Adi-Mundi?

How to Access the Free Trial on Nintendo Switch

Getting started is simple:

Make sure you’re a Nintendo Switch Online subscriber.
Visit the Nintendo eShop on your Switch console.
Navigate to either Star Wars Bounty Hunter or Episode I: Jedi Power Battles.
Select the “Game Trial” or “Free to Play” option (depending on your region).
Download and start playing. That’s it.

Just keep in mind—once the clock strikes midnight Pacific Time on May 6, the offer ends and the trial access disappears like a Jedi in a smoke bomb.

Final Thoughts: Two Blasters, One Lightsaber, Zero Excuses

If you’re a Nintendo Switch owner with even the faintest interest in Star Wars, this is one of those rare moments where timing and nostalgia collide. Whether you’re hunting bounties in the Outer Rim or slicing through Trade Federation droids, this free trial lets you experience two very different, very entertaining sides of the Star Wars universe.

There’s no cost, no catch, and no reason not to revisit—or discover—these retro gems. Just don’t wait too long. Once May 6 rolls around, you’ll need to shell out credits to keep playing.

And for once, you don’t have to deal with Jabba to get a good deal.

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