It’s the end of an era… again. Earlier this morning, Nintendo of America confirmed that My Nintendo Gold Points, the rewards program that allowed users to earn eShop credit for each eligible purchase, will be discontinued on March 24, 2025.
According to the press release, users will no longer be able to earn Gold Points starting at 9:30 AM PT on March 24. However, existing points will remain valid for an additional 12 months after the program ends. Meanwhile, Platinum Points, which are typically used to redeem physical rewards and digital wallpapers, will remain active beyond the cutoff date.
At this time, Nintendo has not provided any details about a potential replacement for the Gold Point program. But, Nintendo has a golden opportunity to revive the beloved Club Nintendo program, which previously rewarded users with exclusive physical collectibles and digital content.
Leave a CommentFAQ Highlights:
Will I still be able to use my Gold Points after March 24, 2025?
Yes. Gold Points remain valid until the last day of the month, 12 months after they were earned, and can be used normally after March 24, 2025.If my pre-order is canceled, can I still earn Gold Points if I place a new pre-order?
Gold Points will be awarded if you place another pre-order by 9:30 PM PT on March 24, 2025. However, Gold Points will not be awarded if the new pre-order is placed after that time.Will I still earn Gold Points when using the balance from a Nintendo eShop card?
No. Purchases made using Nintendo eShop card balances will no longer earn Gold Points after 9:30 PM PT on March 24, 2025. Some retailers may continue to sell Nintendo eShop cards that mention Gold Point earnings, but users will not receive points for purchases made with these cards after the cutoff date.Can I still earn Platinum Points?
Yes. Platinum Points will still be available to earn after March 24, 2025.While the end of My Nintendo Gold Points marks a significant shift in Nintendo’s rewards structure, fans are left wondering what, if anything, will replace it. Hopefully, Nintendo has something exciting in store for its loyal players. For more details, check out Nintendo’s official FAQ page.
Written by Jason Ganos
Nintendo super fan since birth, Jason is the creator of Amiibo News and editor-in-chief at Nintendo Wire. One of his life goals is to provide the latest Nintendo news to fellow gamers with his natural know-how.
