The new Pokémon game Pokopia is now available and Nintendo is taking the opportunity to offer a series of free rewards to players. This initiative allows Nintendo Switch Online subscribers to collect several icons inspired by the Pokémon universe.
These rewards allow you to personalize your Nintendo Switch profile with iconic characters from the franchise. However, these items will not remain available indefinitely.
Free Pokémon icons for Nintendo Switch Online subscribers
To celebrate the release of Pokémon Pokopia, Nintendo has added a new set of icons to the Nintendo Switch Online app. In total, 11 icons inspired by the new game are offered to players. They include several well-known Pokémon from the franchise. Players can notably collect icons representing Pikachu, Bulbasaur or Queulorior.
Each icon can be obtained for 10 platinum points. In addition to the characters, the pack also includes frames and backgrounds inspired by Pokémon Pokopia. These items allow players to personalize their Nintendo Switch Online profile with a style inspired by the new game.
How to recover Pokémon Pokopia icons
To collect these rewards, players must go to the Nintendo Switch Online app on their console. Once the application is open, simply access the Missions and Rewards section. In this tab, players can exchange their platinum points for the different icons available.
If a player does not have enough platinum points, he can obtain them by completing missions offered by Nintendo. These missions change regularly. They generally require you to perform different actions, such as playing certain games or participating in online activities.
Icons only available until April 1st
Pokémon Pokopia icons will only be available for a limited time. Nintendo has confirmed that these rewards will remain accessible until April 1st. The icons will also be refreshed every week during this period.
Players who wish to complete their collection must therefore collect the icons before the end of the event. Once added to the Nintendo Switch Online profile, they can be used to customize the appearance of the account.
Pokémon Pokopia is already attracting players
Pokémon Pokopia is a new life simulation game that mixes several inspirations from other popular games. The concept of the game consists of playing a Metamorph responsible for building a colony capable of welcoming different Pokémon from many generations. The game combines mechanics reminiscent of titles like Minecraft and Animal Crossing.
The first reviews are generally positive. In her review, journalist Kate Harrold explains: “There’s no single reason why Pokémon Pokopia is so successful; the game is the sum of its parts, without a single weak point. It offers a unique twist on the classic role-playing formula, made even more magical by the familiarity of this wonderful franchise.”
She also adds: “This title revisits the classic adventure game formula with originality, enhanced by the familiarity of this cult franchise. Pokémon Pokopia is a true adventure that offers a refreshing freedom. Without any repetitiveness, this experience rewards curious players with a multitude of content. It’s difficult to tear yourself away from it! It’s certainly a title that will be talked about a lot during the Game of the Year debates.”