Free demo
Rhythm Heaven Groove Demo
What's included, how to download, and what to expect before you buy.
Last updated: 2026-07-04
What is in the demo?
Nintendo released a free demo for Rhythm Heaven Groove on the Nintendo eShop. It includes a curated selection of minigames — enough to get a feel for the core gameplay loop before committing to the full purchase. Demo stages are marked in theMinigame Database with the Demo badge.
How to download
- Open the Nintendo eShop on your Nintendo Switch or Switch 2.
- Search for "Rhythm Heaven Groove" or "Rhythm Paradise Groove" (PAL regions).
- On the game page, scroll to find the free demo option and select Download.
- The demo downloads to your console. No purchase required.
The demo is free and does not require a Nintendo Switch Online subscription to download.
Demo vs full game
| Feature | Demo | Full game |
|---|---|---|
| Minigames | Selection | 80+ solo, 30+ multiplayer |
| Beatspell mode | Limited | Full access |
| Multiplayer | Up to 1–4 on one system | Up to 1–4 on one system |
| Progress carries over | No | — |
| Price | Free | Check Nintendo eShop |
Is it worth trying the demo first?
Yes — especially if you are new to the series. Rhythm Heaven games have a distinct feel that is hard to describe in text. The demo gives you real gameplay on real stages. If the timing click-moment happens for you in the demo, the full game will have 80+ more stages of it.
Demo FAQ
Is there a free demo for Rhythm Heaven Groove?
Yes. Nintendo released a free demo on the Nintendo eShop. It includes a curated selection of minigames and is available to all Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 owners.
Does demo progress carry over to the full game?
Demo save data does not carry over to the full game. Any Medals or progress earned in the demo are not transferred.
How many minigames are in the demo?
The demo includes a selection of solo and multiplayer stages. Demo-exclusive stages are marked in the Minigame Database with a "Demo" badge.
Can I play the demo with friends?
Yes. The demo supports local multiplayer for up to 1–4 on one system on one system, the same as the full game.