Nintendo has introduced new Switch Online icons as part of their celebration for the Mario & Luigi: Brothership launch. Here are the key details:
1. Icon Release Schedule:
- The first wave of icons is available now until November 13, 2024.
- New waves will be released every Wednesday until December 4, 2024.
2. Icon Content:
- Characters featured include Mario, Luigi, Princess Peach, and several new faces from the game.
- The icons include character portraits, borders, and backgrounds.
3. Pricing:
- Character portraits cost 10 Platinum Points each.
- Borders and backgrounds cost 5 Platinum Points each.
4. Availability:
- These icons are exclusive to Nintendo Switch Online members.
5. Game Launch:
- Mario & Luigi: Brothership was released on November 7, 2024.
- The game has been well-received by critics, with an aggregate score of 79 out of 100 on Metacritic and OpenCritic.
- Nintendo Life gave the game a 9 out of 10 rating, calling it "excellent."
6. Additional Promotions:
- Nintendo is offering a voucher deal allowing players to redeem two select digital games from the Switch eShop.
- Various retailers are offering pre-order bonuses such as keyrings, pin sets, and frame sets with the game purchase.
Here's a look at the first wave, courtesy of 'NSO Icon Alerts' on social media:
This icon release is part of Nintendo's broader strategy to celebrate game launches with special Switch Online content, enhancing the value of their online service and promoting new titles.
