Nintendo has officially announced the end of Miitomo, the company’s groundbreaking first foray into the mobile gaming market.
Miitomo’s services will be discontinued as of May 9, 2018, at 12 a.m.
PST, marking the conclusion of its two-year run on iOS and Android platforms.
The closure was first communicated through a statement on the Miitomo website and via Nintendo's official Japanese Twitter account.
Launched globally on March 17, 2016, Miitomo represented a significant milestone for Nintendo.
Developed in partnership with DeNA, the app allowed users to create and personalize Mii avatars, socialize by answering quirky questions, and participate in mini-games for virtual rewards.
Its innovative approach to digital interaction laid the foundation for Nintendo’s expanded presence in the mobile market.
In a statement shared on Nintendo’s Japanese site, the company expressed gratitude to Miitomo users and apologized for the service’s cessation.
As of January 25, 2018, players can no longer purchase in-game coins.
Nintendo has assured players that refunds will be available for any unused purchased coins following the termination of the app.
This policy aligns with Nintendo’s commitment to consumer satisfaction and transparency.
To commemorate Miitomo’s farewell, Nintendo has launched the "Miitomo Final Thank You Festival." Until the app’s closure, users will be rewarded with daily log-in bonuses consisting of 2,000 in-game coins and five game tickets.
Additionally, the final Miifoto event encourages users to share their most memorable Miifotos on social media.
Question prompts within Miitomo will now focus on users' memories and experiences with the app, fostering a sense of nostalgia for the outgoing service.
Miitomo was the first of several mobile titles developed by Nintendo and DeNA, establishing a template for subsequent releases like Fire Emblem Heroes, Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp, and Super Mario Run.
While Miitomo’s lifespan was relatively brief, it played a pivotal role in introducing Nintendo’s intellectual property to new audiences on mobile devices.
Nintendo’s measured approach to ending Miitomo, including final celebration events and a clear refund policy, reflects the company’s ongoing dedication to its user base.
The closure of Miitomo also marks a historic turning point, as Nintendo continues to refine its mobile strategy while focusing on the ongoing success of hardware like the Nintendo Switch and the robust offerings available through the eShop.
For long-time players and industry observers alike, Miitomo will be remembered as a unique chapter in Nintendo’s storied history—the first social experiment that paved the way for the company’s ongoing innovation in gaming.
Miitomo’s services will be discontinued as of May 9, 2018, at 12 a.m.
PST, marking the conclusion of its two-year run on iOS and Android platforms.
The closure was first communicated through a statement on the Miitomo website and via Nintendo's official Japanese Twitter account.
Launched globally on March 17, 2016, Miitomo represented a significant milestone for Nintendo.
Developed in partnership with DeNA, the app allowed users to create and personalize Mii avatars, socialize by answering quirky questions, and participate in mini-games for virtual rewards.
Its innovative approach to digital interaction laid the foundation for Nintendo’s expanded presence in the mobile market.
In a statement shared on Nintendo’s Japanese site, the company expressed gratitude to Miitomo users and apologized for the service’s cessation.
As of January 25, 2018, players can no longer purchase in-game coins.
Nintendo has assured players that refunds will be available for any unused purchased coins following the termination of the app.
This policy aligns with Nintendo’s commitment to consumer satisfaction and transparency.
To commemorate Miitomo’s farewell, Nintendo has launched the "Miitomo Final Thank You Festival." Until the app’s closure, users will be rewarded with daily log-in bonuses consisting of 2,000 in-game coins and five game tickets.
Additionally, the final Miifoto event encourages users to share their most memorable Miifotos on social media.
Question prompts within Miitomo will now focus on users' memories and experiences with the app, fostering a sense of nostalgia for the outgoing service.
Miitomo was the first of several mobile titles developed by Nintendo and DeNA, establishing a template for subsequent releases like Fire Emblem Heroes, Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp, and Super Mario Run.
While Miitomo’s lifespan was relatively brief, it played a pivotal role in introducing Nintendo’s intellectual property to new audiences on mobile devices.
Nintendo’s measured approach to ending Miitomo, including final celebration events and a clear refund policy, reflects the company’s ongoing dedication to its user base.
The closure of Miitomo also marks a historic turning point, as Nintendo continues to refine its mobile strategy while focusing on the ongoing success of hardware like the Nintendo Switch and the robust offerings available through the eShop.
For long-time players and industry observers alike, Miitomo will be remembered as a unique chapter in Nintendo’s storied history—the first social experiment that paved the way for the company’s ongoing innovation in gaming.