My Nintendo - Timeline
Tuesday14th Mar 2017
News My Nintendo Adds a Breath of The Wild Wallpaper to the Rewards Lineup
Well, it's something
Earlier this week, My Nintendo updated with some new wallpapers related to Mario and Snipperclips, expanding on the new smart device and PC rewards category. It seems that this will likely become a trend moving forward, as a new The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild wallpaper is up for grabs now. The wallpaper is the same...
Friday10th Mar 2017
News My Nintendo Adds Snipperclips and Mario-Themed Smart Device / PC Wallpapers
Eight resolutions and downloading fun awaits Europeans...
My Nintendo may still have a 'coming soon' message over its Nintendo Switch rewards - which is understandable as the system is only one week old - but it has been updated (in Europe at least) with a few new PC / smart device rewards. This category previously opened with a handy Mini Guide for...
Thursday9th Mar 2017
News Nintendo Announces My Nintendo Discounts, Charitable Work and Facebook Features for MAR10 Day
Save money on Mario Kart 8 and DLC
Due to some parts of the world formatting dates a certain way we have 'MAR10' day coming up, which is a cute / weird way for Nintendo to celebrate its mascot. In fairness to Nintendo of America, its announced plans not only include publicity-led activities but also a nice charitable gesture. Nintendo will team up...
Friday3rd Mar 2017
News You Can Earn My Nintendo Gold Points on Nintendo Switch Physical Retail Copies
Oh my giddy Aunt
You know how My Nintendo's download-only focus has been a constant complaint, as it punishes those that opt for physical retail purchases? Well, that's about to change. Courtesy of the Switch linking into your Nintendo Account seamlessly, you can now earn some Gold Points from cartridges by using the + or - menus; the cartridge...
Thursday2nd Mar 2017
News My Nintendo Includes Multiple Fire Emblem Discounts in European Update
Nintendo Switch rewards 'coming soon'
My Nintendo, always good for a laugh. It's had its traditional start-of-the-month update with new rewards, and as always it's a mix of discounts and one virtual goodie. We already covered the North American update, so we've popped onto the EU equivalent of the site. It's actually a little more generous in the...
News New My Nintendo Awards Are Now Live in North America
Huh, cool…
Over the past couple months, Nintendo's My Nintendo service has been ever so slowly improving itself. The releases of Super Mario Run and Fire Emblem Heroes added more options to buy and spend coins and some of the deals have been a little more enticing. That being said, there's a lot of progress left to be made, but perhaps the latest...
Wednesday1st Feb 2017
News New My Nintendo Rewards Try to Show The Love for Valentine's Day
Tainted love?
Well, as it's February it's time to shoehorn in references to Valentine's Day, the season of love, tacky cards and over-priced chocolates. Maybe just focus on the first thing there and forget the Hallmark nonsense, we'd suggest. As it's also the start of the month it's time for new My Nintendo rewards, with Nintendo of America...
Thursday26th Jan 2017
News Nintendo Resolves Issue With Legend of Zelda My Nintendo Discounts
A quick fix
Update 2: It only took Nintendo a few hours (a pretty rapid turnaround) to resolve the issue with Legend of Zelda game discounts; you can now pick up any and all series titles on Wii U and 3DS with a 30% discount. Hat tip to Benson for the heads up. [tweet Update: Thankfully, it seems the originally intention of this promotion (as...
Tuesday24th Jan 2017
News Special Discounts for The Legend of Zelda Series Coming to the eShop in Europe
All games, some HOME Themes, My Nintendo rewards and more
There's little doubt that The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild is the big one coming to the Nintendo Switch at launch, while eager Wii U owners will also get a chance to play it. The big N is evidently keen to build the excitement around the latest series entry, and has confirmed a range...
Monday2nd Jan 2017
News My Nintendo's New Year Rewards Add Some Fresh Discounts
Mario! Wario! Yoshi and more!
With a new year underway little time was wasted in adding some additional rewards to My Nintendo, with new options landing on 1st January. Anyone hoping for exciting surprises to kick off 2017 may feel underwhelmed, but there are nevertheless some quality games now on discount. Details for Europe and North America are...
Thursday15th Dec 2016
News Super Mario Run's My Nintendo Rewards Are Live
Toad! Coins! Tickets! Things!
When My Nintendo launched one of its key features was integration with Miitomo; through the social app you can earn more Platinum Points, and there are regular reward updates with outfits and virtual goodies. With Super Mario Run - Nintendo's second smart device app - now out on iOS, the same idea is being applied once...
Video Super Mario Run Launch Used as an Opportunity to Promote My Nintendo
Get exciting rewards! Like, um...
It's Super Mario Run day for Nintendo, and while we're awaiting an embargo to tell you what we think of it and to go into detail, the big N has at least given a glimpse of the role the iOS game will play on My Nintendo. A short video for the loyalty programme has been posted by Nintendo of Europe; it shows that -...
Nintendo Download 15th December (North America)
Super Mario Run! Excitebots! Picross! My Nintendo discounts! More!
It's that time again, dear readers, for the Nintendo Download update. This week Nintendo of America is cheekily mentioning the latest mobile release (gasp!), but also has some tempting new arrivals and discounts on the Wii U and 3DS eShop stores. Let's get right to it. Missed the...
Wednesday14th Dec 2016
News New Super Mario Bros. Discounts Hit My Nintendo for PAL Gamers
No doubt timed for the launch of Super Mario Run
Super Mario Run arrives on iOS on 15th December, and could prove to be an enormous success for Nintendo. We'll see whether that turns out to be the case, but My Nintendo in PAL territories (Europe / Australia / New Zealand) is offering a couple of appropriate discounts to celebrate the release. The...
News Fresh Download Discounts Come To My Nintendo In North America
Mario Tennis! Wrecking Crew! Mario & Luigi!
A fresh batch of 3DS and Wii U software discounts have gone live on the North American My Nintendo site, along with some items for Miitomo. Here's what's new: 3DS/Wii U Software Discounts • 20% Discount on Mario Tennis (Wii U) - 200 Platinum Points • 20% Discount on Wrecking Crew (Wii U) - 100...
Tuesday13th Dec 2016
News Limited Numbers of Nintendo Switch Preview Invites Offered to US My Nintendo Members
New York is first up
During its most recent financial briefings Nintendo outlined plans to offer members of the public a chance to try out the Nintendo Switch ahead of its launch. It's not a new idea from the big N, as it previously ran system-specific events prior to the launch of the 3DS in 2011. As chatty journalists and attendees confirmed in...
Thursday1st Dec 2016
News My Nintendo Gets Plenty of Legend of Zelda Goodies in North America
Discounts, themes, and also Flipnote Studio 3D
With the start of the month comes the standard My Nintendo updates, and now the North American equivalent is on board. Capitalising on the buzz of upcoming footage of The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild, the rewards are mostly focused around the iconic franchise. Details are below; as you can see...
News My Nintendo Rewards Site Gets A Fetching Facelift
New rewards and "Child Accounts" available, too
The My Nintendo rewards programme hasn't been running all that long but Nintendo has already given the main site something of a makeover. Almost every element of the site has been updated, with a new main page and refreshed sections for current rewards, points balances and ongoing missions. There are...
Thursday24th Nov 2016
News New My Nintendo Rewards Include European Launch Discounts
Metroid gear arrives globally for Miitomo
My Nintendo has had another round of updates, with some variations depending on your territory. We're not convinced the offerings will blow anyone's pants off, but they're available nevertheless. In Europe, first of all, there are two new discounts and a rather tempting Isabelle 3DS HOME Theme; details are...
Thursday17th Nov 2016
News Rejoice! Link's New Hairdo Arrives as Miitomo Award on My Nintendo
Get hype?
Why isn't My Nintendo better? Those words are uttered and typed often, but Nintendo listens. It's always listening, carefully strategizing in preparation to blow our addled minds. Well, fear not, the new age of My Nintendo is here. Ok, not really. Nintendo has re-released two Legend of Zelda-themed Miitomo outfits that were originally...
Thursday10th Nov 2016
News New North American My Nintendo Rewards Carry A Major Metroid Theme
And the Splatoon Ink Tank is back
My Nintendo has been updated in North America with a raft of discounts focused around the Metroid series. The following discounts are available now, and are exclusive to the region - if you're in Europe, you won't be able to benefit. 30% off Super Metroid (New 3DS) – 20 Gold Points 30% off Metroid: Zero Mission...
Monday7th Nov 2016
News Small My Nintendo Reward Discounts Arrive in North America
You're 'Bound' to love them...
If My Nintendo was a member of a typical social group in a sitcom, it'd be the one that was recast because the original actor wanted too much money. It's just like the charming Club Nintendo that we all knew well, but it's not the same, and arguably not as good. Nintendo has failed to win everyone over with the new...
Friday4th Nov 2016
News Isabelle Animal Crossing 3DS HOME Theme Added to My Nintendo in North America
Now she can organise your games for you, too
Animal Crossing: New Leaf may not be the freshest game in the world, but this week it's had a welcome revival courtesy of the extensive (and free) 'welcome amiibo' update. Keen to build on that momentum, Nintendo of America has released a small extra treat. It's an Isabelle 3DS HOME Theme, which can be...
Tuesday1st Nov 2016
News Here Are Your New My Nintendo Rewards
Get your lovely discounts here
A bunch of new My Nintendo rewards have gone live today, and as has been the case previously, these are all related to software discounts across Wii U and 3DS. There are different rewards for Europe and North America, which can be viewed below: Europe 30% off Typoman (Nintendo Wii U eShop): 250 Platinum Coins...
Thursday13th Oct 2016
News Thanks to My Nintendo You Can Now Get That Miitomo Lemon Hat That You Always Wanted
Don't be sour about it
We believe in My Nintendo. Or, to be more precise, in what My Nintendo could be in the future when it's a bit less... mediocre. As for now there's an update to the Rewards in Europe - note that we didn't say an exciting update. Two new Miitomo options have been added for 200 Platinum Points each - a Lemon Hat (in yellow and...
Friday7th Oct 2016
Talking Point The Problems With My Nintendo So Far, and Why All's Not Lost
A slow start
Just recently we ran some polls to gauge your opinions on My Nintendo, as the service is now a little over six months old. The majority of the Nintendo Life community that voted are unimpressed with it, to put it mildly, with a high percentage opting for the two most negative answers in the relevant polls. It's not new for an initiative...
Thursday6th Oct 2016
Poll Six Months On - How Do You Feel About My Nintendo?
Discounts, HOME Themes, more discounts and HOME Themes...
It was in late March, a few days more than six months ago, that the My Nintendo program launched as part of the 'Nintendo Account' overhaul. The Nintendo Account seems very likely to be the all-encompassing ID for Nintendo users in the future. With social media login options and its role in...
Saturday1st Oct 2016
News My Nintendo Adds More Rewards for Discounts in Europe
Bayonetta! NES Remix 2! Mario Golf: World Tour! More!
As another month gets under way there are updated My Nintendo rewards to consider in Europe. It's worth remembering that short term Nintendo Selects discounts were added earlier in the week, whereas today they're the more 'typical' additions. No full downloads have been added this time, so we...
Thursday29th Sep 2016
News European My Nintendo Rewards Include New Nintendo Selects Discounts
Hard to resist
My Nintendo hasn't exactly blown the doors off since its launch earlier in the year, but the loyalty / rewards programme does occasionally have some positive offerings. In Europe that now includes discounts on the latest Nintendo Selects games, which hit stores and the eShop on 30th September. Until 16th October all four of this...
Friday23rd Sep 2016
News My Nintendo Picross: The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess Now Available 'Indefinitely'
The legend will live on
The My Nintendo rewards programme has both fans and critics, but one of the better offerings has been My Nintendo Picross: The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess. One out of ten in terms of having a snappy name, but we were full of praise and gave it 8/10 in our review, as there's a lot of puzzle goodness included for your...