Nintendo Switch Online October 2025 Update: New Rewards, Splatoween Events, and Classic Game Additions

Nintendo Switch Online October 2025 Update: New Rewards, Splatoween Events, and Classic Game Additions Nintendo Switch Online continues to enhance its value proposition for subscribers, rolling out an array of fresh content and rewards in October 2025.

Building on its success as a leading service for Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 players, Nintendo Switch Online provides access to online multiplayer gameplay, a growing selection of classic titles, exclusive user icons, and special in-game events—all catered to engaged Nintendo fans. October’s update brings a vibrant mix of new features and benefits.

As part of this month’s highlights, Nintendo Switch Online members can join the Splatoween celebration in Splatoon 3.

By participating in this event, players have the opportunity to unlock a variety of Splatoon-themed icon elements.

These are available for redemption using My Nintendo Platinum Points, with options refreshed each week.

Nintendo encourages users to check back often to collect new customizations and keep their profiles looking fresh. Pokémon Legends: Z-A is also making waves, with the Z-A Battle Club allowing Nintendo Switch Online members to challenge friends and Trainers worldwide.

Whether battling locally or online, players can compete in real-time matches against up to three opponents, bringing a new layer of competition to the anticipated Nintendo Switch 2 edition of the game.

This marks an important expansion of the online features available to Pokémon fans and highlights the platform’s continued evolution for multiplayer experiences. Multiplayer isn’t limited to just Pokémon and Splatoon.

The newly launched Lynked: Banner of the Spark on Nintendo Switch 2 invites players to collaborate in missions or team up to develop their own towns.

Meanwhile, MLB The Show 25 boosts its player count to support up to eight online competitors, further expanding sports gaming options for subscribers. The Nintendo Classics library grows again, with three new titles added for Super Nintendo Entertainment System - Nintendo Classics.

The update features Bubsy in: Claws Encounters of the Furred Kind, Fatal Fury Special, and, debuting in North America for the first time, Mario & Wario with mouse support—a much-anticipated release for retro game collectors and completionists. Music lovers also have something to celebrate.

Nintendo Switch Online members can now access tracks from Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door, both the Nintendo Switch and original GameCube versions, via the Nintendo Music app on smart devices.

This addition enriches the streaming library, allowing fans to enjoy classic soundtracks anywhere. Physical rewards also return in October.

Active members can redeem My Nintendo Platinum Points for a limited-edition Metroid metal display panel, perfect for enhancing their setup with iconic Nintendo flair. Finally, exclusive Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack missions this month feature Mario’s Super Picross—the classic that first launched in Japan 30 years ago—and Mario Party 3, now part of the Nintendo 64 Nintendo Classics collection.

By engaging with these titles, members can earn more Platinum Points and unlock further icon elements, enabling even deeper personalization. Nintendo Switch Online continues to deliver added value for its thriving community.

As the service expands its catalog of games, events, and rewards, members can look forward to ongoing enhancements to their online and retro gaming experiences on Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2.

For more information about membership, rewards, and terms, visit Nintendo’s official website.

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