TECHNOLOGY

Nintendo's Switch Game Vouchers: A Farewell to Savings

Thu Jul 10 2025

Program Ends January 30th, 2026

Nintendo has announced the end of its Switch game vouchers program, which has been helping Switch Online members save money on digital games.

Voucher Details

  • Introduction: 2019
  • Offer: Two vouchers for $99.98
  • Usage: Each voucher could be used to purchase one eligible game, typically priced at $59.99
  • Savings: Approximately $10 per game

Important Dates

  • Purchase Deadline: January 30th, 2026
  • Expiration: One year after purchase

Future Uncertainties

  • Nintendo will continue adding games to the eligible list until next year.
  • The future of savings programs for Switch 2 games, such as the $79.99 Mario Kart World, remains unknown.

Previous Program Endings

  • My Nintendo Gold Points Loyalty Program: Ended in March
  • Benefits: Earned points from game purchases, redeemable for discounts on digital purchases

Implications for Players

  • Potential full price payments for digital games in the future.
  • Possibility of new savings programs from Nintendo.

questions

    How does the discontinuation of vouchers compare to other cost-saving initiatives that Nintendo has ended in the past?
    Is the discontinuation of vouchers part of a larger plan by Nintendo to push consumers towards physical game purchases?
    Will Nintendo introduce a 'pay your rent' option to buy games, considering the rising costs?

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