Not only is the Nintendo Switch one of the most popular modern gaming consoles, but it is also one of the most popular consoles ever. For whatever reason, Nintendo is strangely reluctant to offer regular discounts on its consoles and games. So, the holiday shopping season is the best time to upgrade your Switch setup with a new OLED console, snag a few new games for your library, or replace Joy-Con controllers.
Also: The best Black Friday deals live now
Retailers like Amazon, Best Buy<!–>, and Walmart–> have started rolling out early holiday deals on everything Nintendo Switch ahead of Black Friday, which kicks off later this week. To help you find the best discounts, we’ve compiled a list of games, accessories, and console bundles to check every gamer off your shopping list.
The best early Black Friday 2024 Nintendo Switch deals
- Nintendo Switch Mario Kart 8 and Mario Accessories bundle<!–>: $450 (save $50 at QVC): This bundle includes a standard LED Switch with a copy of Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, a Mario Kart-themed carrying case, and a controller.
- Nintendo Switch in Neon with Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom–>: $450 (save $50 at QVC): If you’re into racing at high speeds, QVC offers another bundle packaged with a copy of Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom plus several accessories.
- Super Mario Bros. U Deluxe<!–>: $48 (save $11 at Walmart): This is a remake of the original New Super Mario Bros. U introducing new features and game modes.
- The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom–>: $50 (save $20 at the Nintendo E-Shop): Embark on another journey to save Hyrule from evil. Both the physical and digital copies of Tears of the Kingdom are on sale.
- Nintendo Switch Joy-Con pair in Neon Purple and Neon Orange<!–>: $69 (save $11 at Walmart): A backup or replacement pair of Nintendo Switch Joy-Con controllers in a vibrant Neon Purple and Neon Orange
- SanDisk 1TB microSDXC card–>: $90 (save $45): Instantly add more storage space to your Nintendo Switch with this microSD card with 256GB of storage for large game downloads and transferring save files. And it comes adorned with the popular Pokemon, Snorlax.
- Super Mario Bros. Wonder<!–>: $53 (save $7 at Walmart): Mario’s latest adventure takes him to the Flower Kingdom, where he and his friends have new, unique abilities to defeat Bowser.
- Red Dead Redemption Standard Edition–>: $35 (save $15 at Best Buy): Experience the epic western on the Switch which sees John Marston trek across the American West and Mexico to settle his past for good.
- Nintendo Switch Lite with Mario & Luigi Brothership<!–>: $330 (save $50 at QVC): Nintendo has bundled a Switch Lite console with a free game. Mario & Luigi Brotherships sees the titular duo go on a new adventure to reconnect a fractured world.
- Super Mario Maker 2–>: $30 (save $30 at Walmart): Super Mario Maker 2 allows players to create their very own Super Mario Bros. levels. The sequel introduced a story mode, over 100 built-in courses, and new characters.
- Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze<!–>: $48 (save $12 at Walmart): Fun and easy to play, this game is great for kids. The title sees Donkey Kong and his friends attempting to save their island home from a horde of cold-hearted fiends.
- Super Mario Party + Red and Blue Joy-Con Bundle–>: $90 (save $10 at Walmart): This Walmart bundle packages a pair of Joy-Con controllers inspired by the portly plumber and a download code for Super Mario Party on the Switch.
- PowerA Wireless Nintendo Switch Controller – Legend of Zelda Sworn Protector<!–>: $25 (save $20 at Amazon): Inspired by the Legend of Zelda, PowerA’s Wireless Switch Controller is more ergonomic than the Joy-Cons, and many may find it more comfortable to hold.
- PowerA Joy-Con Charging Dock–>: $15 (save $8 at Amazon): PowerA has also discounted its charging dock, which can hold up to four Joy-Con controllers simultaneously.
- Current price: $450
- Original price: $500
This Nintendo Switch bundle is an almost perfect gift for any gamer or Nintendo fan. It comes with a standard LED Switch model, a download code for Mario Kart 8 Deluxe (which includes every race track from the original game plus the DLC), a carrying case featuring Mario Kart 8 artwork, and a wireless controller sporting Mario himself.
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- Current price: $40
- Original price: $60
Super Mario 3D World offers a fun co-op mode where you and a friend can work together to reach every stage’s goal. Or you can compete with them along the way by earning the highest score and winning the crown. In this game, you can play as either Mario, Luigi, Princess Peach, or Toad, with each character having a distinct playstyle. The title also includes Bowser’s Fury which sees you team up with Bowser Jr to take down the tyrant turtle king.
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- Current price: $40
- Original price: $70
Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom expands on the original by offering new modes of gameplay. There are extra areas to explore in the sky and underground. Link now has the ability to create weapons and vehicles to aid him in his journey to save Hyrule from evil. Everything that the previous entry popular returns, including vast areas to explore and monsters to fight.
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- Current price: $69
- Original price: $80
Grab a replacement or backup pair of Joy-Con controllers for your Nintendo Switch so you always have a controller charged and ready for marathon gaming or party games with friends. These devices come in Neon Purple and Neon Orange.
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- Current price: $90
- Original price: $135
This SanDisk microSDXC card expands the Nintendo Switch’s minuscule storage space. It offers 1TB of storage, perfect for large games and transferring files to other consoles. Officially licensed by Nintendo, the card features a design inspired by the Pokemon Snorlax, fitting given its large size in the Pokemon series.
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Early Black Friday Nintendo Switch deals at Amazon
- PowerA Enhance Nintendo Switch Controller Wireless Pikachu Retro–>: $40 (save $20): PowerA also has a Pro controller that supports Bluetooth 5.0, a 30-hour battery, and two programmable buttons. There are many color options, but our favorite is Pikachu Retro.
- Ori: The Collection<!–>
: $30 (save $20): This bundle includes both Ori and the Blind Forest and Ori and the Will of the Wisps for Nintendo Switch. - Star Wars Heritage Pack–>: $40 (save $20): This game bundle includes 7 classic Star Wars game titles, including Republic Commando and Knights of the Old Republic.
- Sonic Frontiers<!–>: $25 (save $15): The game sees Sonic go on a journey to save himself and his friends from a cybernetic world. It introduces a new combat system never seen before in the series.
- Cuphead–>: $25 (save $14): The award-winning, hand-animated shooter/platformer features challenging run-and-gun gameplay and the Delicious Last Course expansion.
- Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown<!–>: $18 (save $32): Beloved by critics and players, this side-scroller puts you in the role of a warrior harnessing the power of time to save a kingdom.
Early Black Friday 2024 Nintendo Switch deals at Best Buy
Early Black Friday 2024 Nintendo Switch deals at Walmart
Early Black Friday Nintendo eShop deals
- Lego The Incredibles–>: $9 (save $51: Play through the story of Pixar’s The Incredibles with signature Lego humor, platforming, and puzzles.
- Ace Attorney Anthology<!–>: $36 (save $24): This bundle includes both the Phoenix Wright and Apollo Justice trilogies.
- Monster Hunter Rise + Sunbreak Deluxe–>: $25 (save $45): This bundle includes the digital deluxe editions of both Monster Hunter Rise and Monster Hunter Rise Sunbreak.
- Ghost Trick: Phantom Detective<!–>: $15 (save $15): Play as a ghost that only has one night to solve your own murder.
- Resident Evil 4–>: $10 (save $10): The iconic GameCube title is now on the Switch with enhanced visuals and streamlined gameplay.
- Dark Souls Remastered<!–>: $20 (save $20): FromSoftware’s seminal title is now on the switch with online multiplayer and updated visuals.
When is Black Friday 2024?
Black Friday is the day after Thanksgiving in the United States. This year, it will fall on Nov. 29, 2024. And while you may have to wait until the day of for the very best deals and sales to go live, you can still find great early Holiday discounts at Amazon, Best Buy, and Walmart.
Are Nintendo Switch consoles, games, and accessories really cheaper on Black Friday?
They can be! The holiday shopping season is traditionally when you’ll see the best and most frequent discounts on gaming-related things, especially Nintendo Switch consoles and games. And if you keep a sharp eye out, you might be able to snag a retailer-specific console bundle with a digital game download or free trial for online memberships.
How did we choose these Black Friday 2024 deals?
Nintendo consoles, games, and accessories are favorites of scalpers and resellers. Especially during the holiday shopping season. Each game, accessory, and console bundle featured on this list has been vetted as being sold by a reputable retailer with a robust return/exchange policy. We’ve also focused on the biggest discounts for games and accessories, since consoles and bundles are harder to come by.
What are the best Black Friday 2024 deals?
ZDNET’s experts have been searching through Black Friday sales live now to find the best discounts by category. These are the best Black Friday deals so far by category:
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