Claim Exclusive Animal Crossing Rewards Ahead of Switch 2 Launch
Nintendo is ramping up the hype for the Switch 2 with a nostalgic treat. Six years after its debut, Animal Crossing: New Horizons is back in the spotlight. Before the massive 3.0 update hits next week, players can grab some exclusive digital rewards right now.
The Switch 2 Push for ACNH
The cozy sim giant isn’t done yet. With the Nintendo Switch 2 release on the horizon, Nintendo confirmed an “optimized and augmented” version of New Horizons is coming.
Alongside this next-gen refresh, the original game gets a massive 3.0 update. To bridge the gap, the publisher is rolling out rewards to get everyone back on their islands.
ACNH: The Exclusive Rewards
It starts with style. Nintendo Switch Online subscribers can now claim exclusive user icons featuring series heavyweights like Tom Nook and Kapp’n.
The collection also highlights Kapp’n’s family—Grams, Leilani, and Leila. These aren’t random picks; they honor the resort staff expected to integrate fully into the game with the deployment of version 3.0.
This wave of icons is available from January 6 to February 7, 2026.
Also don’t miss the 2026 themed rewards for Animal Crossing: New Horizon before the big update!
Redeem your #MyNintendo Platinum Points to collect custom icons from Animal Crossing: New Horizons, available until Feb 2 at 5pm PT on Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch. Icon elements will be refreshed each week. #NintendoSwitchOnline
— Nintendo of America (@NintendoAmerica) January 6, 2026
Learn more: https://t.co/mhg4I1ovVo pic.twitter.com/VnODEHt3X9
How to Claim ACNH Icons
You don’t need real money for these, just Platinum Points earned by completing simple missions (like launching a game).
Follow these steps to customize your profile:
- Turn on your Switch or Switch 2.
- Open the Nintendo Switch Online app from the home menu.
- Navigate to “Missions & Rewards” (the gift icon).
- Select the Animal Crossing: New Horizons tab.
- Exchange your points for the characters you want.
In Conclusion: Ready to Jump back to New Horizon in 2026?
This small gift signals a massive year for the franchise. If you dropped the game years ago, the incoming 3.0 update and Switch 2 optimization make this the perfect time to restart your island life.
Will you be restarting your island from scratch for the 3.0 update, or are you porting your old save to the Switch 2?
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