The Nintendo Switch 2 is set to have its veil fully lifted on April 2, 2025, when we’re due to get a more fulsome look at the upcoming console via a dedicated Nintendo Direct presentation. And I’m really hoping a new version of the Nintendo Switch Pro Controller will be a part of this showcase.

Nintendo announces end to Gold Points rewards program on March 24, 2025, ahead of rumored Switch 2 announcement, while maintaining Platinum Points system.

Mario, probably Nintendo will stop honoring its Switch eShop Gold Points next month. Starting March 25, 2025, the loyalty program will no longer issue points following digital downloads. The gaming giant didn’t elaborate on its decision to terminate the service.

Nintendo is discontinuing its Switch eShop Gold Points scheme ahead of the launch of the Switch 2. From the end of next month, March 25, 2025, players will no longer earn Gold Points — Nintendo's points-based loyalty scheme that can be exchanged for discounts — on their purchases.