Gamers, pay attention! I know it's not officially Black Friday yet, but I feel like I should probably let you know about the epic Nintendo Switch game deals that have already landed at retailers like Amazon, Best Buy, and Walmart.
I've already made an Amazon wishlist of my most wanted Switch games this year, and if previous years are anything to go by, it's usually the most underrated and indie Switch titles that see the biggest discounts during Black Friday.
Last year, I put together a list of the 6 Nintendo Switch games I'll be buying on Black Friday, but I didn't manage to get them all. It looks like prices are even better this year, though, which is great news for anyone looking to level up their Switch game library.
Need a console? Our editor has found some record-breaking deals on the standard Nintendo Switch as well as OLED models (and bundle deals too) so go and check it out.
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Is it better to buy a physical copy of a game?
This depends on a few different factors, but in most cases yes, at least in my opinion. I've found that owning a physical cartridge means that if you change your mind about a game or want to get something else later down the line then you can part-exchange it for a new or different game at retailers like CeX. Unfortunately, with digitally downloaded games, you can't do this.
Having a cartridge rather than a downloaded game means you can also share the game if you have a household with multiple Nintendo Switch consoles, whereas downloaded games are usually tied to one person's Nintendo account.
Physical games can also sometimes be cheaper than buying a digital game or download code from the Nintendo Store, especially when retailers have stock they need to clear.
Do all Nintendo Switch games have motion control?
No, not every Nintendo Switch game requires motion control – but some games can be much more enjoyable if you do use the motion controls of your Joy-Cons. Take Mario Kart for example, you can choose to use the joysticks to steer your car, or you can tilt the controller left and right for that true diving experience.
Every gamer is different, and some may not enjoy motion controls or become a little poorly from using them. In other cases, plenty of gamers prefer to use more traditional controllers and Joy-Con alternatives while gaming, but losing out on motion controls is nothing to worry about as there are only a handful of games that require official Joy-Cons, like Ring Fit and 1-2 Switch for example.
Are Nintendo Switch games good for children?
Most of them, yes! The Nintendo Switch is incredibly family-friendly and the fact that you get two Joy-Con controllers included with the Switch and Switch OLED models is a bonus for households with multiple children who like to play together.
You should always take note of the age ratings in the bottom left corner of the Switch game case to determine if a game is suitable for your child. In most cases, you can also turn over the case for a bit more detail as to why a game has been rated a certain age, whether it includes inappropriate language or might contain violence and gore.
