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.
TL;DR - Best Switch Deals
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The Best Nintendo Switch Deals - Navigate to:
- Switch SD Card Deals
- Switch Video Game Deals
- Controllers and Cases at Amazon
- Zelda Official Guides
- When Should You Buy a Nintendo Switch?
Perfect Switch SD Card for $25.99 (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.
More Switch Micro SD Card Deals
Tears of the Kingdom Is On Sale Right Now (Save $17) & More Game Deals
This is an excellent price for Tears of the Kingdom, saving you $17.00. It's available at Walmart for $52.99. You can also save a few bucks on Super Mario RPG right now at Walmart, which is down $15.04 to $44.95! To see even more Switch games on sale at the moment, click on the links below.
More Switch Video Game Deals
- Super Mario Bros. Wonder for $50.00 (Save $9.99)
- The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild for $50.99 (Save $9)
- Just Dance 2024 Edition - Standard Edition for $29.97 (Save $30.02)
- Cuphead for $25.49 (Save $14.50)
- Sonic Origins Plus for $29.42 (Save $10.57)
- Lego Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga for $26.41 (Save $5.49)
- Gang Beasts for $24.64 (Save $10.35)
- Shin Megami Tensei V: Standard Edition for $25.89 (Save $34.10)
- DNF Duel for $31.58 (Save $18.41)
- Metroid Dread (Preowned) for $44.99 (Save $10)
- Zelda: Skyward Sword HD (Preowned) for $49.99 (Save $10)
- Sonic Superstars for $19.99 (Save $40)
- Persona 5 Tactica for $19.99 (Save $40)
Save on Select Controllers and Cases at Amazon
You can save on a couple of cute controllers (wired, from PowerA and PDP) and cases from Amazon at the moment. If you're curious to see what else Amazon has on sale for Nintendo Switch, check out Amazon's store page here.
Nintendo Switch Controllers on Sale at Amazon
Nintendo Switch Cases on Sale at Amazon
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 $39.99
- 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.