Like many video games, ones from Nintendo don't come cheap. This was especially true when The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom was revealed to be $69.99 on release, a whole $10 more expensive than other Switch titles. However, this doesn't mean there aren't deals to be had for Nintendo fans. In fact, there are plenty of sales on games, Switch consoles, and various accessories that are worth checking out throughout the year, and we've made sure to gather the very best going on at the moment below. In particular, you can save on select Switch OLED models right now and newer games, like Princess Peach: Showtime!, are on sale at Amazon.
TL;DR - Best Switch Deals
- Princess Peach: Showtime! - $53.05
- Super Mario RPG - $48.00
- Super Mario Party + Red & Blue Joy-Con Bundle - $79.00
- Nintendo Switch – OLED Model w/ Neon Red & Neon Blue Joy-Con - $309.99
- Nintendo Switch – OLED Model w/ White Joy-Con - $298.50
- TeamGroup A2 Pro Plus Card 512GB - $27.99
- Tears of the Kingdom: Complete Official Guide - $26.85
- Breath of the Wild The Complete Official Guide - $22.49
You can also follow @IGNDeals on Twitter or Threads for even more updates on the latest discounts, or check out all our handpicked Switch deals just below.
The Best Nintendo Switch Deals - Navigate to:
- Switch Video Game Deals
- Switch OLED Deals
- Switch SD Card Deals
- Nintendo Switch: Budget to Best
- Zelda Official Guides
- When Should You Buy a Nintendo Switch?
The Best Nintendo Switch Game Deals
At the moment, there are quite a few Switch games discounted that are worth picking up. Some of our favorite deals right now are on some of last year's biggest hits, like Super Mario Bros. Wonder and Super Mario RPG, but you can even get the recently-released Princess Peach: Showtime! on sale at Amazon. You can find even more of our favorites listed below.
More Switch Video Game Deals
- WarioWare: Move It! for $30 (Save $19.99)
- The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom for $51.84 (Save $18.15)
- Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze for $47.97 (Save $12.02)
- The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword HD for $44.99 (Save $15)
- Super Mario Maker 2 for $44.99 (Save $15)
- Sonic Origins Plus for $29.48 (Save $10.51)
- Shin Megami Tensei V: Standard Edition for $25.39 (Save $34.60)
- Metroid Dread (Preowned) for $44.99 (Save $10)
Get $20 Off a Super Mario Party + Red & Blue Joy-Con Bundle at Walmart
Who doesn't love a bundle? Right now, Walmart's offering a nice deal on a Super Mario Party and Red & Blue Joy-Con bundle. It's currently available for $79 (the price is shown after adding it to your cart), which is $20 off its MSRP of $99.99. Be ready for your next game night with a fantastic game and additional Joy-Con all ready to go.
Save on Select Switch OLED Models at Walmart and Amazon
Looking to save on some Switch models? We have some good news for you: a few are discounted at the moment on both Amazon and Walmart's websites! The neon red and blue model is down to $309.99 at both locations (11% off MSRP), while the white model is down to $298.50 at Walmart (14% off) and the Mario red is down there to $316.97 (9% off).
Perfect Switch SD Card for $27.99 (and More Deals)
The best Switch SD card should be fast, reliable, and as future-proof as possible. That last one is important, as it's quite likely we'll be getting a Switch successor / the next Nintendo console within the next year or so (if rumors are to be believed). Therefore, you're going to want to opt for the latest in SD card tech, which is a micro SDXC UHS-I U3 A2 V30 memory card. That's a lot of random letters, so to save you a bit of time we've left our top suggestions and deals just below for your convenience. To see even more SD card deals, make sure to check out our roundup of the best SD card deals.
More Switch Micro SD Card Deals
- Lexar PLAY 128GB microSDXC - $12.99
- TeamGroup A2 Pro Plus Card 1TB - $63.99
- TeamGroup A2 Micro SD Card 512GB - $27.99
- Silicon Power 256GB Micro SD Card U3 SDXC - $21.99
Nintendo Switch: Budget to Best
While an outstanding deal might not always be available at the time of searching, there are still some incredibly affordable Switch-related products out there if you look hard enough. You can see our favorite budget to best items here, including deals on the best Switch micro SD Card, power banks, and an affordable Switch Pro controller alternative.
More Switch Budget to Best Picks
- Official Switch OLED Carrying Case & Screen Protector for $19.99
- dbrand Switch OLED Tempered Glass Screen Protector for $19.95
- Anker 335 Power Bank for $33.99
- Switch Pro Controller for $69.99
Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom Official Guide for $27 (Save $18)
With these, you’ll have a detailed overview of Hyrule, a helpful walkthrough to get you through the game, and much more. Not only that, but they have gorgeous covers as well, especially the Collector’s Edition. The Standard Edition has an MSRP of $29.99 but is on sale for $18.74, and the Collector’s Edition normally runs for $44.99, but you can get it for $26.85. Plus, if you want to complete the set, the Breath of the Wild guidebook is also down to $22.49 right now as well.
When Should You Buy a Nintendo Switch?
The short answer is that you should buy a Nintendo Switch whenever there’s any kind of sale, regardless of the time of year. Amazon will likely offer the same console bundles on any other sale as it will on Black Friday, so there’s no real reason to wait if you’re in need of a Nintendo Switch.
That being said, there are sometimes some unique bundles and promotions during Black Friday that you won’t find any other time of the year. They usually includes additional games (like the infamous Mario Kart 8 bundle) or accessories for free, but quantities tend to be limited. As always, do your research into the seller before you make a purchase.
Where to Buy a Nintendo Switch in 2024
With how expensive gaming is getting in 2024, we're trying to save you as much money as possible on the games and other tech you actually want to buy. We've got great deal roundups available for all major platforms such as PlayStation and Xbox, and keep these updated daily with brand-new offers. If you're trying to keep costs down while maintaining your favorite hobby, stay tuned for more incredible discounts.
Robert Anderson is a deals expert and Commerce Editor for IGN. You can follow him @robertliam21 on Twitter.