As the holiday season approaches, it’s time to dive into the latest happenings on the Nintendo Switch eShop. This week, it’s all about embracing events and challenges, with games like Fortnite and Disney: Dreamlight Valley capturing the festive, winter wonderland vibe.
Let’s talk Pokémon for a moment. Remember Violet and Scarlet? With so many releases flooding in, it’s easy for this open-world adventure to slip to the back of your mind. However, there’s still plenty of excitement left, especially with the current Tera Raid Battle Event. This event is running until January 5, giving players the unique opportunity to catch a Shiny Rayquaza.
Meanwhile, Fortnite’s renowned for its themed adventures, and this week is no different. The Winterfest Cabin is back, welcoming players until January 7. On the sports front, EA Sports FC 25 spices things up with Winter Wildcards, and Disney: Dreamlight Valley is spreading holiday cheer through their Gift of Giving celebration.
If those aren’t grabbing your attention, maybe the massive holiday sale on the eShop will. With significant discounts across popular series like Monster Hunter, Mega Man, LEGO, and Resident Evil, there’s bound to be a deal or two to catch your eye. Personally, I’ve found a few gems which I’ll chat about in the upcoming Pure Nintendo Podcast. We’d love to hear about your awesome finds too.
For those looking to mix things up, the new Maximus Cup event in Tetris 99 is ramping up the hype, and there’s some dramatic Zelda music now available on the Nintendo Music app. You can read all about the latest Nintendo soundtrack, too.
Below, you’ll find a full list of eShop events, discounts, and new gaming adventures. So, what are you diving into this weekend?
Nintendo Switch
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Pokémon Scarlet/Violet Tera Raid Battle Event: Shiny Rayquaza Sighting!
- Trainers in Paldea, get ready: a Shiny Rayquaza is making a special appearance in a Tera Raid Battle Event! This dazzling Pokémon, with its distinct black coloration, can be encountered in 5-star Tera Raid Battles at Tera Raid crystals until January 5. Such a chance doesn’t come often in regular gameplay, so seize the opportunity to add this marvel to your team!
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Fortnite
- Prepare to snuggle up in the Winterfest Cabin! Fortnite’s Winterfest is making a comeback from December 20 to January 7.
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EA SPORTS FC 25
- Dive into the festive spirit with Winter Wildcards and decorate your Football Ultimate Team squad with merry favorites. This starts December 20 and continues through January 3.
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Disney Dreamlight Valley
- From December 18 to 31, partake in the Gift of Giving event. Build snowmen, craft gifts for Villagers, and keep an eye out for December 25 surprises!
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Overwatch 2
- Festive fun abounds as Winter Wonderland returns. Challenge yourself to earn frosty rewards, including the Winter Chic Widowmaker skin. Events are live until January 6.
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Rocket League
- Feel a chill in the air? Frosty Fest 2024 is here, loaded with challenges, rewards, and more, from December 10 to 31.
- Apex Legends
- The Winter’s Haunt Event is underway, introducing the Winter Express limited-time mode. Earn Ice Gems and unlock legendary cosmetics, including 150 Heirloom Shards. Happening now through January 6.
Nintendo Music
- High-Flying Tracks
- Enjoy the epic sounds of the Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword soundtrack, now available on Nintendo Music for Nintendo Switch Online members. Explore tracks that accompany adventures and intense battles. For more info, visit:
Activities
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Tetris® 99 44th MAXIMUS CUP
- Channel Princess Zelda’s wisdom and compete in the Tetris® 99 44th MAXIMUS CUP. Achieve 100 event points to unlock a Zelda-themed design from The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom! This event runs from December 19 to 23.
- Enter the Animal Crossing Cozy Winter Sweepstakes
- Although it’s cold outside, warm up with the Animal Crossing Cozy Winter Sweepstakes! Enter for a chance to win cozy prizes to inspire an Animal Crossing-themed living room. Enter by February 18, 2025, for more details, visit:
Nintendo eShop sales
Discover what’s new this week and snag fantastic deals before they’re gone!
