Subscriptions to online services represent a significant expense for many gamers today. Between the different platforms and online game catalogs, the cost can quickly add up. Nintendo is, however, offering an interesting promotion for certain users. As part of MAR10 Day, the annual event dedicated to Mario, the company is offering 12 months of Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack subscription for free.
An offer linked to the launch of the Switch 2
This promotion is part of a special operation around the Nintendo Switch 2. Players who purchase the new console between March 10 and April 14, 2026 can receive a 12-month individual subscription to Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack. The value of this subscription is estimated to be approximately 59.95 Australian dollars or 69.95 New Zealand dollars. For players who were already considering purchasing the console, this bonus therefore represents an additional advantage.
A promotion limited to certain regions
However, the offer does not concern all markets. Nintendo has reserved this promotion for players living in Australia and New Zealand. Those interested must register on the official page of the operation and download a copy of the console purchase receipt. Once the request has been validated, a subscription code is sent by SMS. Nintendo specifies that it may take up to “two business days” to receive the code. Players can then activate this subscription directly on the eShop.
A service that offers a catalog of retro games
Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack now offers a much larger catalog than the initial version of the service. Subscription includes access to full game libraries from multiple classic consoles. Players can notably find titles from the NES, Super Nintendo, Game Boy, Nintendo 64 or even the Game Boy Advance. The service also includes games from the SEGA Genesis.
A library that continues to grow
Nintendo has gradually enriched the catalog of its service. Recent additions include the Virtual Boy, a historic Nintendo console that was until now only available on the original hardware. To use these games, players can use a specific accessory to reproduce the Virtual Boy experience.
With the regular addition of new platforms and games, Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack has become an increasingly comprehensive service. In a context where many gaming subscriptions are seeing their prices increase, this promotion linked to MAR10 Day therefore represents an interesting opportunity for players who can take advantage of it.