# Gaming Rewards Programs The 'My Nintendo' Service Lets You Earn Points For Gaming By Rahul Kalvapalle | Published 2016-02-10 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/my-nintendo References: [engadget](http://www.engadget.com/2016/02/03/nintendo-miitomo-my-nintendo-rewards/) & [mynintendonews](http://mynintendonews.com/) The My Nintendo gaming rewards service is an innovative program that rewards gamers for using and interacting with the My Nintendo service. Gamers are given rewards that fall into one of two different tiers. You can win Gold points for purchasing Nintendo games, content and gaming consoles and Platinum points for logging into your account, playing games on your phone and engaging in other non-transaction interactions. Gold points turn into discount vouchers while platinum points can be exchanged for wallpapers and in-game rewards. The My Nintendo rewards program is expected to be offered in 16 countries starting in mid-March. This rewards service is an inventive way to keep gamers on hand and keep their loyalties with Nintendo by giving them tempting rewards and incentives. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.9/10 - Popularity: 8% | Activity: 10% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/games) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Gaming Rewards Programs:** The rise of gaming rewards programs offers opportunities for businesses to incentivize and retain gamers. - **Gamification:** Applying gamification techniques to loyalty programs can be a disruptive innovation opportunity for businesses. - **Mobile Gaming:** Integrating rewards programs into mobile gaming apps presents a new way to engage users and encourage loyalty. ### Who This Affects Most - **Gaming:** The gaming industry can leverage rewards programs to enhance player engagement and retention. - **Technology:** Incorporating rewards programs into technology products and services can attract and retain customers. - **Retail:** Retailers can explore implementing rewards programs to enhance customer loyalty and drive sales. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [QSR Rewards Programs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/qsr-rewards-programs.md) - [Loyalty-Based Rewards Programs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nescafe-dolce-gusto.md) - [Filipino Restaurant Rewards Programs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jolly-rewards.md) - [Tiered Pizza Rewards Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dominos-4.md) - [Frequent Trader-Focused Loyalty Initiatives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/frequent-trader.md) - [Blockchain Gaming Reward Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/game7-lootdrop.md) - [Men-Focused Loyalty Initiatives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/members-only-rewards.md) - [Allen Key-Inspired Rewards Programs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ikea-family-loyalty-program.md) - [Audio Brand Rewards Programs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/skullcandy-soundlab.md)