Nintendo is generating some buzz just ahead of Black Friday with its first notable discounts on Switch consoles. For a limited period, both the standard and OLED models are seeing a $75 reduction in price, now available for $224.99 and $274.99, respectively. These offers are coupled with a seasonal bundle worth $79, featuring Mario Kart 8 Deluxe and a three-month subscription to Nintendo Switch Online. This package provides benefits like online multiplayer, cloud storage, access to classic games, and the Nintendo Music mobile app.
Even after their initial launches, these consoles haven’t really seen substantial reductions, except for rare promotions that usually sold out swiftly or required a Costco membership. Traditionally, rather than slashing prices, Nintendo has focused on adding value to their console bundles by including games or online service trials. However, this time around, the price drop comes without skipping on the extra perks. Whether these discounts will hold after Cyber Monday is uncertain, but it wouldn’t be shocking if prices continue to dip as we edge closer to the anticipated reveal of the Switch 2, expected in early 2025.
In addition, Nintendo is offering some impressive deals on gaming accessories and games. This includes a $20 discount on the reliable Switch Pro wireless controller and a similar markdown on pairs of Joy-Con controllers. We’re also seeing the best prices yet on some of the essential titles for the Switch. While there are numerous fantastic deals to explore, you can get a comprehensive look at what’s available in our roundup of the best early Black Friday gaming deals, which we’ll keep updating as November 29 approaches.
