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Nintendo Download (Nov. 5, 2026): Switch 2 and Switch eShop Releases, Sales, and Ocarina of Time Launch
Full North American Nintendo Download for Nov. 5, 2026: Switch 2 retail and digital releases, Nintendo Switch eShop updates, Square Enix Harvest Sale discounts, and My...
Zelda 40th Anniversary Pin Set Launches on Nintendo Store for 800 Platinum Points
Nintendo has released a two-pin Zelda 40th Anniversary Pin Set on the Nintendo store in the US for 800 Platinum Points, timed with the launch of Ocarina of Time on...
Zelda: Ocarina of Time Remake Icons Come to Nintendo Switch Online — Platinum Points, Pricing, and Rotation
Nintendo Switch Online adds Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake-themed icons. Learn Platinum Points pricing, permanence of rewards, and the weekly rotation through Dec.
Zelda Ocarina of Time Pin Set Added to My Nintendo Rewards — 800 Platinum Points
My Nintendo Rewards has added a physical pin set commemorating The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake and the series' 40th anniversary. Available now for 800...
Zelda: Ocarina of Time Anniversary Pin Set Arrives on My Nintendo — Redeem for 800 Platinum Points
Nintendo has added a new Zelda: Ocarina of Time / 40th anniversary pin set to My Nintendo. Read the details on pricing, pin dimensions, redemption cost and how this...
Dr. Mario and Panel de Pon Icons on Nintendo Switch Online: How to Redeem, Cost, and Availability
A concise guide to the new Dr. Mario and Panel de Pon character icons on Nintendo Switch Online: where to find them, Platinum Points cost, Expansion Pack requirements,...
Pikmin Icons Arrive on Nintendo Switch Online for Pikmin Day — How to Redeem on Nintendo Switch
Nintendo has added new Pikmin-themed profile icons to Nintendo Switch Online for Pikmin Day. Learn how to redeem them with My Nintendo Platinum Points, the release...
Nashville Pikmin Gathering: Pikmin Bloom Pop-Up Brings Nintendo to Downtown Nashville
Nintendo of America launches Nashville Pikmin Gathering in October 2026 with Pikmin Bloom activities, giveaways, and My Nintendo point rewards at a downtown pop-up.
Nintendo Switch Sports Resort Sweepstakes: How to Enter My Nintendo Rewards for Themed Prizes
Nintendo celebrates the launch of Nintendo Switch Sports Resort with My Nintendo sweepstakes, themed rewards, and Nintendo Switch Online missions. Learn entry rules,...
Nintendo Switch Sports Resort Sweepstakes: Entry Rules, Dates, Prizes, and How to Enter
Comprehensive coverage of the My Nintendo – Nintendo Switch Sports Resort Sweepstakes: eligibility, entry steps using Platinum Points, prize details, key dates, and...
Nintendo Switch Sports Resort (Nintendo Switch 2): Island-Style Motion Control Sports Arrive
Nintendo Switch Sports Resort for Nintendo Switch 2 brings 12 motion-control sports to Spocco Resort with local and online multiplayer, a My Nintendo sweepstakes, and...
Splatoon 3 Golden Egg Feast 2026: Nintendo Announces Nov 7 Salmon Run Tournament via SplatNet 3
Nintendo of America will host the Splatoon 3 Golden Egg Feast 2026 Salmon Run tournament on Nov 7, 2026 via the Tournament Manager in SplatNet 3. Learn dates,...
Croc Legend of the Gobbos Collector's Edition shipping update: Argonaut steps in to resolve delays
Argonaut Games says it has taken control of Croc Legend of the Gobbos Collector's Edition fulfillment after prolonged delays from Rock It Games. Timeline, contents,...
Nintendo Switch Sports Resort icons arrive on My Nintendo: weekly Switch Online avatar drops
Nintendo has begun distributing new My Nintendo icon designs for Nintendo Switch Sports Resort. Learn how to redeem them with Platinum Points, the release cadence...
My Nintendo Halloween Mario Icons 2026: How to Claim New Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 Avatars
Nintendo has added eight Mario-themed Halloween icons to My Nintendo for Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2. Learn how to redeem them, costs in Platinum Points, and...
Nintendo New York Sweepstakes 2026: How to Enter the My Nintendo Holiday Magic Sweepstakes
Nintendo is running a My Nintendo Holiday Magic Sweepstakes offering a VIP Nintendo New York trip. Learn entry steps, prize details, key dates, and merchandise info.
Mario Kart World Open October 2026: Nintendo Switch 2 Qualifier and Event Details
Everything developers, competitors, and Nintendo Switch 2 owners need to know about the Mario Kart World Open October 2026 qualifier, including dates, requirements,...
Hello Kitty Island Adventure Game Trial on Nintendo Switch: Dates, Discount, and How to Keep Your Save Data
Nintendo Switch Online members can try Hello Kitty Island Adventure free Oct. 9–15 and buy it at 45% off on Nintendo eShop through Oct.
Mario Kart World Open October 2026: How to Race, Rewards, and Event Details for Nintendo Switch 2
Everything developers, competitors, and Nintendo Switch 2 owners need to know about the Mario Kart World Open October 2026 event — dates, entry steps, rewards, event...
Devil World and Densetsu no Starfy Icons Live Now on Nintendo Switch Online — Available Until Nov 2, 2026
Nintendo Switch Online members can redeem new Devil World and Densetsu no Starfy icons via My Nintendo. Learn how the 'play to redeem' icons work, pricing, platform...
Nintendo Music Adds The Legend of Zelda: Majora’s Mask Tracks — What Fans Need to Know
Nintendo Music will add tracks from The Legend of Zelda: Majora’s Mask as part of Zelda’s 40th anniversary. Details on the soundtrack, in-app promotions, Nintendo...
Pokemon Bank Shutdown February 2027: What Nintendo Switch Players Must Transfer Now
Pokemon Bank and Poke Transporter are set to close in February 2027. Here’s a practical checklist of legacy Pokémon and games you should transfer to Pokemon Home or...
My Nintendo Pikmin Accessory Adventure Sweepstakes: How to Enter, Prizes, and Key Dates
All the verified details for the My Nintendo Pikmin Accessory Adventure Sweepstakes from Nintendo of America: eligibility, entry steps, prize list, deadlines, and...
Fire Emblem: Fortune’s Weave Sweepstakes on My Nintendo — How to Enter, Prizes, and Official Rules
Everything developers, press, and players need to know about the My Nintendo Fire Emblem: Fortune’s Weave Heroic Sweepstakes from Nintendo of America — entry steps,...
Fire Emblem: Fortune’s Weave Rewards Live — My Nintendo Sweepstakes, Switch Online Perks, and Redeemable Items
Nintendo has launched Fire Emblem: Fortune’s Weave and a suite of My Nintendo Platinum Point rewards, including sweepstakes, paid Nintendo Switch Online icon elements,...
Diablo 4 on Nintendo Switch 2 Review: Age of Hatred Collection Arrives Sept. 15, 2026
A detailed look at Diablo 4 on Nintendo Switch 2. Coverage includes the Age of Hatred Collection, performance modes, control support, Battle.net requirements, and the...
Nintendo Download: EA SPORTS FC 27, Minecraft Dungeons II, The Witcher 3 Remastered Arrive on Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2
This week's Nintendo Download highlights include EA SPORTS FC 27 (Sept. 25), Minecraft Dungeons II (Sept.
North American Nintendo Download Sept. 17 2026: Dragon Quest 11 S, EA Sports FC 27, Minecraft Dungeons 2 Hit Nintendo Switch 2
Weekly North American Nintendo Download report for the week of September 17, 2026. Coverage of Dragon Quest 11 S on Nintendo Switch 2, EA Sports FC 27, Minecraft...
Stellar Blade Bayonetta Crossover: Shift Up Director Credits PlatinumGames Influence
Shift Up's Stellar Blade is collaborating with Bayonetta, with director Kim Hyung-tae acknowledging PlatinumGames' influence and both studios expressing openness to...
Rayman Legends Retold hands-on: Ubisoft revives Rayman for Nintendo Switch 2 with refreshed 3D visuals
Hands-on coverage of Rayman Legends Retold for Nintendo Switch 2, detailing new hubs, stages, modes, and the confirmed December 3, 2026 release on the Nintendo eShop...
Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave Heroic Sweepstakes — How to Enter Nintendo's Switch 2 Prize Draw
Nintendo is running a North America-only Heroic Sweepstakes to celebrate the launch of Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave on Nintendo Switch 2. Learn how to enter, prizes,...
My Nintendo Rewards Adds Virtual Boy Glasses Case and Zelda NES Metal Display
Nintendo updated its My Nintendo Rewards physical rewards catalog on September 16, 2026, adding a Virtual Boy glasses case and a metal Legend of Zelda NES desktop...
Fire Emblem: Fortune’s Weave Nintendo Switch Icons Now Available on My Nintendo
Nintendo releases character, background, and frame icons for Fire Emblem: Fortune’s Weave on My Nintendo; pricing, rollout schedule, and permanence explained for...
My Nintendo Adds Zelda Desktop Metal Display and Virtual Boy Glasses Case for Nintendo Switch Online Members
Nintendo has added two new rewards to My Nintendo in North America: a Zelda desktop metal display and a Virtual Boy–inspired glasses case, both exclusive to Nintendo...
Diablo IV on Nintendo Switch 2: Performance Modes, Cross‑Progression, and Switch‑Specific Features
Blizzard's Diablo IV launches on Nintendo Switch 2 with Quality and Performance graphics modes, touchscreen and HDR support, full cross‑progression, and...
Mario Kart World Open September 2026: How to Qualify for the Mario Kart World Fall Cup on Nintendo Switch 2
Details on the Mario Kart World Open September 2026 qualifier for the Mario Kart World Fall Cup, including event schedule, requirements for Nintendo Switch 2 players,...
Next Metal Gear Collection Rumor: Will Revengeance and Metal Gear Solid V Join a New Remaster?
Konami has not confirmed a new Metal Gear Collection, but VGC journalist Jordan Miller said he was told PlatinumGames' Metal Gear Rising Revengeance and Metal Gear...
Pilotwings Icons on Nintendo Switch Online: How to Unlock SNES and N64 My Nintendo Rewards
Nintendo Switch Online adds Pilotwings and Pilotwings 64 icons to My Nintendo. Learn how to unlock the SNES and N64 rewards, cost, and availability through October 5,...
Pokémon Pokopia Expansion Pass DLC Available Now on Nintendo Switch — My Nintendo Rewards Live
The Pokémon Pokopia Expansion Pass paid DLC launches on Nintendo Switch on 08/31/26, accompanied by new My Nintendo rewards including a themed notebook, Star Fox...
Nintendo Download: Call of Duty Modern Warfare 4 Open Beta, ELDEN RING Tarnished Edition on Nintendo Switch 2
A complete roundup of this week’s Nintendo Download: Call of Duty Modern Warfare 4 Open Beta dates, pre-orders and launch windows, ELDEN RING Tarnished Edition on...
Nintendo Download August 27, 2026: Elden Ring, Metal Gear Solid Master Collection Vol. 2, and Blockbuster eShop Sale
Full North American Nintendo Download report for the week of August 27, 2026, including Switch 2 and Switch releases, prices, release dates, and eShop Blockbuster Sale...
My Nintendo Pokémon Pokopia Notebook: New Physical Reward Redeemable with Platinum Points
My Nintendo has added a new physical notebook for Pokémon Pokopia redeemable with Platinum Points, plus a digital Bubbly Basin wallpaper and a Star Fox patch set....
Fire Emblem: Three Houses Profile Icons Return to Nintendo Switch — Limited-Time My Nintendo Drop
Nintendo has reissued Fire Emblem: Three Houses-themed Switch profile icons for a limited time. Learn the windows to claim them with Platinum Points, how to redeem...
Fire Emblem: Three Houses Icons Roll Out on Nintendo Switch Online — Weekly My Nintendo Release
Nintendo has added Fire Emblem: Three Houses-themed profile icons and themes to Nintendo Switch Online via My Nintendo. Details on release cadence, Platinum Point...
DK Challenge Physical Card Pack: Nintendo Rewards Switch 2 Players Who Finish All 39 Challenges
Nintendo will award a physical DK Challenge card pack to Switch 2 players who complete all 39 challenges in DK Challenge by September 1, 2026. Details on challenge...
DK Challenge Physical Card Set: Donkey Kong Bananza Rewards for Nintendo Switch 2 Players
Nintendo has announced a 39-card physical collectible set tied to the DK Challenge; only Nintendo Switch Online members on Nintendo Switch 2 who complete every mission...
Let’s Sing 2027 for Nintendo Switch 2 Announced — Release Date, Features, Editions, and Let’s Sing ABBA Re-release
Let’s Sing 2027 from Voxler and THQ Nordic arrives on Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch on November 3, 2026. Read about features, editions, pricing, VIP Pass...
Mario Kart World Open August 2026: How to Join, Rewards, and Event ID 6527
Everything you need to know about the Mario Kart World Open in August 2026 — event times, requirements, rewards (50 My Nintendo Platinum Points), Event ID 6527, and...
Lies of P: Complete Edition and Virtual Boy Classics Lead This Week’s Nintendo Download on Nintendo Switch 2
Weekly Nintendo Download roundup: Lies of P: Complete Edition launches on Nintendo Switch 2, new Virtual Boy classics arrive for Switch Online + Expansion Pack,...
Nintendo Download Aug 6 2026: Oblivion Remastered, Montabi, Pokémon Pokopia DLC Arrive on Nintendo Switch and Switch 2
The North American Nintendo Download for the week of August 6, 2026 lists new Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 releases, DLC details for Pokémon Pokopia, a...
Nintendo Switch Online user icons: New Super Mario, Mario Kart, Mario Paint and Animal Crossing designs available
Nintendo has released new user icons for Nintendo Switch Online subscribers featuring Super Mario, Mario Kart: Super Circuit, Mario Paint, and Animal Crossing. Redeem...
Mario Paint and Mario Kart: Super Circuit Icons Arrive on Nintendo Switch Online — How to Unlock Them
Nintendo Switch Online is offering new play-to-unlock icons for Mario Paint (SNES) and Mario Kart: Super Circuit (GBA). Learn how to claim the five Mario Paint and six...
My Nintendo Crocs x Super Mario Sweepstakes: How to Enter, Prizes, Deadlines and Rules
Official guide to the My Nintendo Crocs x Super Mario Sweepstakes from Nintendo of America — entry steps, eligibility, prize details, dates, and rules.
My Nintendo Splatoon Raiders Beach Day Sweepstakes: How to Enter, Dates, and Prize Details
Nintendo of America launches the My Nintendo Splatoon Raiders Beach Day Sweepstakes. Read verified entry steps, eligibility, prize list, key dates, and official rules...
Splatoon Raiders and Rhythm Heaven Groove Rewards: My Nintendo Sweepstakes, Wallpapers, and Physical Prizes for Nintendo Switch Players
Nintendo highlights My Nintendo rewards tied to Splatoon Raiders and Rhythm Heaven Groove on Nintendo Switch, including a Splatoon Raiders Beach Day Sweepstakes,...
Xenoblade Chronicles 2 Nintendo Switch 2 Edition Arrives — Latest Nintendo eShop Releases and Events
A roundup of this week's Nintendo eShop releases and events, highlighting Xenoblade Chronicles 2: Nintendo Switch 2 Edition, new releases, Madden NFL 27 pre-orders,...
Nintendo eShop This Week: Xenoblade Chronicles 2 Nintendo Switch 2 Edition, Madden NFL 27 Pre-Orders, and New eShop Releases
A weekly roundup of Nintendo eShop updates for Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch, including the release of Xenoblade Chronicles 2 – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition,...
North American Nintendo Download (Week of July 30, 2026): Xenoblade Chronicles 2 – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition and Lies of P Lead eShop Releases
Weekly North American Nintendo Download roundup for the week of July 30, 2026, covering new eShop and retail releases on Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2, release...
Pokémon Pokopia Icons Arrive on Nintendo Switch Online Missions & Rewards — Redeem from August 5, 2026
Nintendo is adding four waves of Pokémon Pokopia icon customizations to the Switch Online Missions & Rewards program. Redeem these profile icons with Platinum...
My Nintendo Rewards: Super Mario World Metal Display and Splatoon Raiders Memo Pad Now Available
My Nintendo has added two new physical rewards — a Super Mario World desktop metal display exclusive to paid Nintendo Switch Online members and a Splatoon Raiders memo...