Linking to My Nintendo Account

Linking your Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp game to a My Nintendo account is a crucial step for several reasons. Not only does it allow you to back up your save data, preventing loss if you switch devices, but it also unlocks exclusive rewards and benefits, including special crossover items for other Animal Crossing titles like Animal Crossing: New Horizons.

Follow these detailed steps to ensure your account is properly linked and you don't miss out on any valuable perks!

Before You Begin: What You'll Need

A stable internet connection.
The Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp app installed on your mobile device (iOS or Android).
A My Nintendo account. If you don't have one, you can create one for free on the official My Nintendo website.

Step-by-Step Linking Process

The linking process is straightforward and can be completed directly within the Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp application.

Launch Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp: Open the app on your smartphone or tablet.
Access the Menu: Once you're in your campsite, tap the "Menu" icon located at the bottom right of your screen. This icon typically looks like four squares.
Navigate to Settings: Within the Menu, scroll down and tap on the "Settings" option.
Select My Nintendo: In the Settings menu, you'll find an option labeled "My Nintendo." Tap on this to proceed.
Link Your Account:
- If you already have a My Nintendo account, select "Link Nintendo Account."
- If you need to create a new My Nintendo account, select "Create Nintendo Account" and follow the on-screen prompts to register. You will be redirected to a web browser to complete this process.
Log In to My Nintendo: You will be prompted to log in with your My Nintendo account credentials (email address/sign-in ID and password). Ensure you use the same account you wish to link.
Confirm Linking: After successfully logging in, you'll be asked to confirm the linking of your Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp data to your My Nintendo account. Confirm this action.
Return to Game: Once confirmed, you will be automatically returned to the Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp app. A confirmation message should appear indicating that your account has been successfully linked.

Verifying Your Link and Claiming Rewards

After linking, it's a good idea to verify the connection and explore the rewards available to you.

Check My Nintendo Rewards: From the "My Nintendo" section in the game's settings, you can now access "My Nintendo Rewards." Here, you'll find various rewards that can be redeemed using My Nintendo Platinum Points, which you earn by playing Nintendo games and completing missions.
Crossover Items for Animal Crossing: New Horizons: If you're also playing Animal Crossing: New Horizons, linking your Pocket Camp account to the same My Nintendo account is key to unlocking exclusive crossover items.
1. Within the "My Nintendo Rewards" section in Pocket Camp, look for the "Animal Crossing: New Horizons Special Items" reward. This reward is typically free to redeem.
2. Redeeming this reward will provide you with a download code.
3. On your Nintendo Switch, access the Nintendo eShop and input this download code.
4. Once the items are downloaded, they will become available for purchase in the Nook Stop terminal located in Resident Services in Animal Crossing: New Horizons. The items include a Wood Campsite Board, an RV Model, and a Pocket Camp shirt, among others.
Save Data Backup: Your game data is now automatically backed up to your My Nintendo account. If you ever need to transfer your game to a new device, you can simply log in with your My Nintendo account after installing Pocket Camp, and your progress will be restored.

Should you encounter any issues during the linking process, double-check your internet connection and My Nintendo account credentials. If problems persist, contacting Nintendo Support is recommended.