What is the My Nintendo points system
My Nintendo is Nintendo's loyalty program that lets you earn points for purchases and activity, then redeem them for discounts, games, and other bonuses. The program has two types of points: Platinum Points and Gold Points.
Understanding the difference matters because they are earned differently and spent on different things.
Platinum Points
Platinum Points are earned through non-monetary activity:
- Logging into the My Nintendo app
- Completing missions in the app (watching trailers, taking surveys)
- Linking your Nintendo account to other services
Platinum Points can be redeemed for:
- Discounts on select eShop games (usually 10–30%)
- Digital wallpapers, profile icons, themes
- Small bonus games and demos
Platinum Points expire 12 months from the date they were earned.
Gold Points
Gold Points are earned through actual purchases:
- 5% of the price of every game bought in the eShop
- For physical Nintendo Switch game cards (scan the QR code on the packaging)
- For balance top-ups via gift cards in some regions
Gold Points can be redeemed for:
- Discounts on eShop games (1 Gold Point = 1 cent/yen depending on region)
- Sometimes full games from a special catalogue
Gold Points expire 12 months from your last account activity.
How to get the most out of your points
- Check the My Nintendo app regularly — daily logins earn Platinum Points.
- Complete missions — Nintendo periodically adds tasks for watching trailers and joining promotions.
- Buy games through the eShop rather than physical cartridges only — Gold Points are awarded automatically.
- Watch for redemption deals — Nintendo sometimes offers games at a good discount in exchange for points.
Frequently asked questions
Do points expire if I stop using my account? Platinum Points expire 12 months from the date they were earned. Gold Points expire 12 months from your last account activity (any purchase or login resets the clock).
Can I transfer points between accounts? No. My Nintendo points are tied to a specific account and cannot be transferred.
Do I earn points for topping up with a gift card? Gold Points are earned on game purchases, not on balance top-ups. However, when you spend your topped-up balance to buy a game, Gold Points are awarded based on the purchase amount.
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