Cooperative indie title Orbitals has debuted a consumer-friendly Global Friend's Pass on the Nintendo eShop alongside today's Switch 2 launch. Under this system, only a single player needs to purchase the full game to invite an online partner through the free downloadable pass.
The Friend's Pass client also bundles a standalone local cooperative demo, enabling interested players to sample the opening cosmic sectors without financial commitment. The feature integrates seamlessly with Switch 2 social functions like GameShare and GameChat, lowering the barrier to entry for duo adventures.
This approach mirrors top-tier cooperative successes while maximizing launch community size. Check out further multiplayer features on [/news](/news) and track family games on [/release-radar](/release-radar).
Key Takeaways & FAQs
- Category: Nintendo Switch 2.
- Date: September 3, 2026.
- Source: Nintendo / Kepler Interactive.
Q: Do both players need to buy Orbitals to play online? A: No, only one player needs to own the full game; the second player can join for free using the Global Friend's Pass.
Q: Is there a demo included with the Friend's Pass? A: Yes, a local co-op demo is included with the free pass client on Nintendo eShop.