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Nintendo to end Google and Apple sign-ins in January 2027

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Nintendo is phasing out Google and Apple account sign-in options for its platform starting January 26, 2027. Users will need to establish a traditional password or a passkey to access their Nintendo accounts. The company is also discontinuing a My Nintendo Platinum Points mission that rewarded users for linking their Google accounts. AI

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Nintendo to end Google and Apple sign-ins in January 2027

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  1. Engadget TIER_1 English(EN) · [email protected] (Mariella Moon) ·

    Nintendo is ending Google and Apple sign-ins early next year

    You'll soon no longer be able to use Google and Apple log-ins to access Nintendo.

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