Why wait for the Switch successor when a bunch of games and accessories are now available at reduced rates? As part of Cyber Monday, we’re seeing many of Nintendo’s top franchises — like Mario, Pikmin, Splatoon, Zelda, Pokemon and more — cut in price. These games won’t be cheap for long and are likely the last chance to get some bargains for 2024.
Being the best handheld console on the market is a tough job, but the Nintendo Switch has done it with its versatility, ease of use and fantastic game library. Whether it’s blockbuster adventures in The Legend of Zelda, colorful platformers — both 2D and 3D — with Mario or just a quiet life making friends with anthropomorphic animals in Animal Crossing, there’s a treasure trove of amazing experiences to be had.
If you prefer PlayStation, we’ve got that covered too, with a roundup of the best Cyber Monday PlayStation 5 deals for even more savings. We’re seeing major discounts on the next-gen console, as well as lots of 2024 titles like Sonic Frontiers, Dragon’s Dogma 2 and Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2, to name a few.
If you want to make the most of this week’s deals before they disappear, we’ve put together a list of the best offers on Switch gaming gear you can grab right now. We’ll keep hunting for great Switch deals throughout the holiday shopping season, so don’t forget to check this page regularly for the latest discounts.
Best Cyber Monday Nintendo Switch deals
The latest entry in this iconic franchise, Tears of the Kingdom is undoubtedly one of the best Switch games of all time. Discounts have been basically nonexistent since it was released last year, but Walmart is currently offering a rare chance to snag a digital copy for less (physical copies were also on sale for $30 earlier, but have sold out).
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If you prefer the feel of a more traditional controller, the Nintendo Switch Pro controller is our favorite option on the market right now. It’s fully wireless and supports the same essential features as the Joy-Cons, including motion controls, amiibo functionality and more. You can also use it in both docked and undocked play modes.
Color: Black | Wireless: Yes | Battery life: 40 hours | Compatible platforms: Switch, Switch Lite, Switch OLED, PC | Bluetooth: Yes
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One of the best games on Nintendo Switch and one of the best Mario games ever is now on sale. Explore the many kingdoms with Mario and Cappy as they look to stop Bowser from marrying Princess Peach. It’s colorful, joyful, and full of whimsy and amazing platforming. This is maybe the best money you’ll spend on a game this year.
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Best Cyber Monday Nintendo Switch console deals
You can get a non-OLED 32GB Nintendo Switch from QVC at a discount right now while also bagging the Mario & Luigi Brothership game to go along with it.
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Taking this Cyber Monday deal will get you a coveted 64GB OLED Switch and a white Zen Pro controller. You also get two games: Mario & Luigi Brothership and Mario Party: Jamboree, making it a bundle that was already attractive at full price.
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Best Cyber Monday Nintendo Switch game deals
The latest entry in this iconic franchise, Tears of the Kingdom is undoubtedly one of the best Switch games of all time. Discounts have been basically nonexistent since it was released last year, but Best Buy is currently offering a rare chance to snag a copy for less. You can grab both physical and digital versions for $30 each.
The 2024 action-platformer that puts Princess Peach in the starring role was released in March 2024, and is now cheaper than ever. Nintendo games rarely get discounts — especially first-party titles like this, so that $15 discount is well worth taking advantage of.
Help Peach beat a masked villain who has taken over Sparkle Theater by becoming a swordfighter, patisserie chef, detective and more.
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Best Cyber Monday Nintendo Switch accessory deals
If you prefer the feel of a more traditional controller, the Nintendo Switch Pro controller is our favorite option on the market right now. It’s fully wireless and supports the same essential features as the Joy-Cons, including motion controls, amiibo functionality and more. You can also use it in both docked and undocked play modes.
Color: Black | Wireless: Yes | Battery life: 40 hours | Compatible platforms: Switch, Switch Lite, Switch OLED, PC | Bluetooth: Yes
The Switch itself only has a 32GB storage capacity, so you’ll want to pair it with a microSD card. This SanDisk card is designed specifically for the Switch, has a 256GB capacity and boasts read speeds up to 100 megabytes per second and write speeds up to 90MBps. Plus, it features a fun Mario-inspired design.
Storage: 256GB | Speed: Up to 100MB/s read speed and up to 90MB/s write speed.
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This protective case is our favorite way to take your Switch console on the go. It’s water-repellent to protect your Switch against drops and has slots for up to 10 game cards. Just note that it’s only compatible with the standard Switch and the Switch OLED, not the Switch Lite.
Color: Black, white, gray | Dimensions:10.35×4.72×1.38 inch | Material: Polyester | Compatible devices: Switch, Switch OLED
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Is there a new Switch console on the way?
Considering that the Nintendo Switch first hit shelves all the way back in 2017, many people have been wondering if and when we’ll see an updated version with sales now exceeding more than 145 million. Well, rumors of a Switch 2 have been making the rounds for quite some time and were recently inflamed by a potential image leak. Nintendo has yet to make an official announcement, but the company’s president, Shuntaro Furukawa, has stated that we’ll be introduced to the Switch’s successor before April 2025. We’d expect an announcement at the beginning of 2025 and a release a few months on from that.
Is Nintendo offering any direct discounts for Cyber Monday?
You won’t find any discounts on Switch consoles or accessories at Nintendo’s online store, however, Nintendo did partner with retailers over the past week (though no notable deals currently). However, there are some excellent digital game deals available. This is expected to continue as we move further into the holiday shopping season.
Where are the best Cyber Monday Nintendo Switch deals?
You’ll find plenty of deals on games and accessories at major retailers like Amazon, Walmart and Best Buy, as well as gaming-specific stores like GameStop. And you can always find a selection of digital games on sale at the Nintendo eShop. Naturally, we’ll be rounding them all up here.
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