You haven't been throwing away those little pamphlets Nintendo tucks away in their game boxes, have you? Each box includes a Club Nintendo code, which can be used to earn points on a variety of prizes. It appears that the service is being updated with the ability to redeem points. The lower-priced options should be an affordable alternative for members that can't get quite enough points for a Mario-branded backpack, or a Game & Watch DS cartridge.

As a bonus, it appears the initial selection of games is quite inviting.

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What do you want? Hot cars? Got 'em. Zombies? You know it, son. Xenomorphs? They're only coming out the bleeding walls! Choppers? Yeah, but don't tell the coppers. Bears? Oh my! Hex-based tactical combat? I'm insulted you'd even ask. Cookie Monster? Practically lives 'ere, mate. Go on, get in my son.

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