Of course, Nintendo discounting Gold Points isn’t necessarily all bad news. It is rumored that the highly-anticipated Switch 2 is coming later this year. A likely comprehensive Nintendo Direct on April 2 about the next steps for the console may even outline a release date.

Ahead of the Nintendo Switch 2 's launch, Nintendo has announced some pretty major changes which could make buying Switch games more expensive. Thanks to the Nintendo Switch Game Vouchers listing on Nintendo.com, we know that you won't be able to redeem Nintendo Switch Game Vouchers for Switch 2 exclusives.

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.