Nintendo Switch Online Adds Exclusive Donkey Kong Country 3 and Yoshi’s Story Icons

Nintendo Switch Online is celebrating two beloved classics with the release of new, limited-time icon rewards for Donkey Kong Country 3: Dixie Kong’s Double Trouble and Yoshi’s Story.

Fans of the iconic franchises can now unlock themed profile icons by participating in the latest 'play to unlock' campaign, further enhancing the customization options for Nintendo Switch users. Donkey Kong Country 3: Dixie Kong’s Double Trouble, originally released for the Super Nintendo Entertainment System, stands as a hallmark of 2D platforming, developed by Rare and published by Nintendo.

Its addition to Nintendo Switch Online brings the game’s vibrant world and memorable characters to a new generation.

Yoshi’s Story, a Nintendo 64 title developed by Nintendo, continues to charm fans with its storybook aesthetics and inventive gameplay.

Both titles have secured their place in Nintendo’s history and are now further highlighted through unique icon rewards on the Nintendo Switch platform. In a statement outlining the new promotion, Nintendo explained that these icons are unlocked by simply starting up each respective game on Nintendo Switch Online—meaning players only need to launch the game for the reward to register.

Even brief gameplay sessions—lasting just a second—qualify for participation.

However, it is important to note that access to Yoshi’s Story on Nintendo Switch Online requires an active Expansion Pack tier subscription. There are five character icon designs available for Donkey Kong Country 3: Dixie Kong’s Double Trouble, whereas Yoshi’s Story offers thirteen unique designs, each featuring various characters from the classic title.

Players can redeem each icon through the My Nintendo service for 10 Platinum Points.

These Platinum Points can be earned by completing various Nintendo missions, making it accessible for dedicated fans to collect every design. Both sets of exclusive icons will be available on Nintendo Switch Online until June 2, 2025.

This update not only promotes the timeless appeal of Donkey Kong and Yoshi franchises but also encourages player engagement with Nintendo Switch Online’s expanding catalog.

For members seeking the latest news on icon additions and service updates, monitoring official Nintendo channels and the Nintendo eShop is recommended. The ongoing addition of themed profile icons via Nintendo Switch Online underscores Nintendo’s commitment to celebrating its extensive game library, providing fans with tangible rewards for revisiting or discovering classic games on modern hardware.

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