How to Earn My Nintendo Platinum Points with Nintendo Switch Online Missions

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Published on: February 28, 2022

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Nintendo Switch Online Expands Member Perks: Earn My Nintendo Platinum Points Through Missions Nintendo has steadily enhanced the value of its Nintendo Switch Online service, and one standout feature is the Missions & Rewards program.

Debuted to foster greater engagement, the program incentivizes users by allowing them to earn My Nintendo Platinum Points simply by completing routine tasks on their Nintendo Switch™ systems.

These points unlock exclusive digital and physical rewards, reinforcing Nintendo’s commitment to rewarding its dedicated fanbase. Unlocking Missions and Collecting Rewards The Missions & Rewards section, accessible via the Nintendo Switch Online app on the console, lists a variety of missions designed specifically for Nintendo Switch Online members.

These missions are often straightforward and align with daily activity, such as playing online multiplayer matches or exploring the library of classic NES and SNES titles.

By participating in these tasks, players accumulate My Nintendo Platinum Points, which can then be redeemed for an array of exclusive rewards via the My Nintendo Store. A Nintendo representative summarized the initiative, noting that the Missions & Rewards program is designed to "make use of everyday Switch Online activities, rewarding members in unique ways that celebrate our community’s engagement with Nintendo Switch." This approach allows players to effortlessly participate by leveraging activities they are already completing as part of their Nintendo Switch Online membership. Customize Your Experience with Icon Elements One key reward available through Platinum Points is the ability to customize user icons.

Players can exchange their points for unique icon elements, including frames, backgrounds, and characters.

These icon elements are refreshed weekly and rotate monthly to different themes, ensuring ongoing variety for those looking to personalize their online presence.

Notably, some missions invite members to play featured classic games, which in turn unlock icon elements specifically themed after those titles. Classic Game Missions and Returning Icon Elements Nintendo Switch Online’s classic game lineup—spanning beloved NES, SNES, and other retro catalog entries—also forms the basis of several missions.

By playing a highlighted title from the Classics library, users gain access to exclusive icon elements themed on that game.

Additionally, members who return to select games on at least three separate days within a 30-day period can reclaim previously released icon elements, offering a second chance for those who may have missed earlier opportunities. Getting Started with Nintendo Switch Online Missions To take advantage of these features, simply update your Nintendo Switch system to the latest firmware.

Then, select the Nintendo Switch Online icon from your HOME menu to access the Missions & Rewards section.

From there, members can monitor available missions, track earned Platinum Points, and redeem their rewards, whether for digital wallpapers, physical merchandise from the My Nintendo Store, or customizable icon elements to showcase their style on the platform. For additional details, Nintendo Switch Online membership and a Nintendo Account are required.

Membership terms, including price and availability, can be found via the official Nintendo website or the respective regional eShop.

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Missions and Rewards available with Nintendo Switch Online