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September 1, 2026

Major Changes to Minecoins on Nintendo Platforms

Major Changes to Minecoins on Nintendo Platforms

Currency Lockdown

Starting October 27, Minecoins purchased on Nintendo devices will be locked to that platform, ending universal cross-play currency support. Existing balances will move to a 🟢 Legacy Wallet that remains cross-compatible until fully spent.

Usage Restrictions

  • Wallet Split: Future purchases on Nintendo go into a separate device-specific wallet.
  • Retail Cards: Check packaging carefully as new physical cards may exclude Nintendo support.
  • Priority Spending: Your legacy currency is automatically prioritized before new local funds.

General store navigation and redemption remains unchanged for now. This regional restriction is a massive blow to cross-platform flexibility.

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