As a proud owner of an impressive Animal Crossing: New Horizons island, I can vouch for how much I love the Switch. If you’re looking to join the club, luckily this year’s Black Friday offers have been some of the lowest prices we’ve ever seen. I've also seen record-low prices in the UK. At the moment you can bag the Switch OLED for £228.99 on OnBuy and although it’s slightly higher than that £220 we saw earlier, it’s still a great deal as we’ve never seen the OLED drop below the £270 mark.
This bundle was originally $349.99, with $79 of added value. That means the Mario Kart 8 Deluxe game and 12 months of Switch online membership, which gets you access to hundreds of free games from Nintendo's back catalogue. If, like me, you love retro games you'll love this membership, which also includes some Sega games.
This was available at Target online for $25 less, and you can still get it in store at Best Buy for $275. But this is the best online price.
Save $30: A Harry Potter adventure at a knockdown price from Best Buy. This one will please most of the family. Fans say it's faithful to the series, and that it has beautiful graphics and immersive gameplay.
Save 43%: Tears of the Kingdom will have you embarking on an epic quest as the loveable warrior Link to save the kingdom of Hyrule and defeat the evil Ganondorf. This is the best price we've seen for this game. Best Buy is now matching the deal.
Save 40%: New and old Sonic fans will be delighted by this game that includes the old nemesis Dr Eggman and some awesome new play, including playing as Shadow. But there's also a collection of iconic old Sonic levels to immerse yourself in. Hurrah!
Crash Bandicoot 4: It’s About Time: $39.99 $19.99 at Best Buy SAVE $20: If you're not familiar with Crash Bandicoot then where have you been? The loveable Marsupial has been around for nearly two decades and It's About Time is the latest story game to be released, that is, if you don't count Crash Team Rumble. In the UK, you can get this game for just £26.99 at Very.
This was released last year, and it has been a big hit with fans. It's platform-style but there are new features including characters that turn into elephants!
Save 38%: The CRKD is a fan favourite for a good reason. With ultra-comfy ergonomic controls, it levels up your gaming sessions for a comfortable and speedy experience. This limited edition Nitro Deck comes with a handy carry case for maximum portability.
Save 28%: Another great Joy-Con alternative is the official Nintendo Pro Wireless Controller. With motion controls, HD rumble and built-in amiibo functionality it's the ultimate Switch accessory for a smooth and immersive gaming experience.
Save 15%: The Hori Split Pad Pro is a great alternative for gamers who don't like the fiddly feel of the typical Joy-Con controllers. With an ergonomic grip, assignable rear triggers, turbo functionality and more, it's the perfect addition to your setup.
Save 30%: I know the necessity of a case for your new device, believe me (I've had more than one cracked screen in my life). So this fun case for your Switch complete with your choice of illustrations is essential. It has a protective shell, space to store nine games and has a two year warranty.
Save 57%: Officially licensed for Nintendo Switch, this is a sweet deal on an unsexy but very useful SD card. It has dropped lower before (to $8.99 actually) but this still a marvellous price.
Also available discounted at Best Buy in multiple storage sizes.
Save £71: I've been waiting years for prices like this. Though this was a bit cheaper earlier in the week, currently this is currently the best price on the Nintendo Switch OLED in the UK.
If you're unsure about whether to buy this console, let me reassure you. Unless you're planning on buying the Switch 2 when it comes out next year, I think it's the perfect time to buy the OLED. I think it's about to become the basic console in the range, with a new lower RRP (around $250-60). This means getting it for this low price is a steal as I doubt they'll do big discounts after the range is jiggled around.
This says £10 off but there is really more value included in this bundle – you get the Animal crossing download AND 12 months of Switch Online – and the standalone Lite console is normally £199 so this is a nice deal.
You save £19 on this Just Dance 2025 Edition for the Switch when you buy from Argos. Argos has some other games at their lowest price ever so it's worth having a look.
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I take it back... there is one offer on the Switch Lite in the UK. Argos is offering the Switch Lite plus Animal Crossing: New Horizons plus a 12-month Nintendo membership, which gets you access to lots of games, for £189.99, that's a £10 saving plus more added value.
What we're not seeing a lot of deals on this year is the Nintendo Switch Lite, which seems to be staying firmly at its RRP of $199. You can get one one with Animal Crossing: New Horizons included though.
Hi, it's Rosie here again to bring you the best Nintendo Switch deals. To be honest there's not a huge amount of movement at the moment, the deals we've seen throughout this week are still live right now and look like they might hang around until Cyber Monday. If you do see a deal you like we recommend you go for it though, today is the day items tend to see biggest discounts.
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If you're a Creative Bloq regular you'll know we're no strangers to a good optical illusion. A few months ago we became collectively perplexed by this Mario optical illusion – depending on your perspective it looks like he's running up, or down the stairs. Lock in your guess then check this YouTube video of the official animation to reveal the answer.
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Looking for new game inspiration? Super Mario Odyssey is, in my humble opinion one of the best releases to hit the Switch. The sandbox-style 3D adventure is perfect for a little chill gaming session and you can get it now for $29.99 at Best Buy, saving you a handsome $30 off.
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If you're already a Switch owner you may have experienced the dreaded Joy-Con drift – those pesky diddy controllers are notorious for developing bad calibration over time, making for a very frustrating gaming experience. While there are ways to fix it, there's always the option of treating yourself to a new set. Get a new set for $59.99 at Best Buy.
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Natalie here! After a speedy refuel I'm back and reenergised with a reignited vigour to search high and low for the best Switch deals. I'm pleased to announce that in my absence the juicy Switch OLED deal from Target is back in business – get it now for $274.99 reduced from $349.99 (that's a tasty 21% off with Mario Kart 8 Deluxe included).
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Harry Potter fans, rejoice! You can get Hogwarts Legacy for the Switch for $29.99, down from $59.99. That's a $30 saving!
Hello! This is Rosie Hilder taking over this Nintendo Switch blog from Natalie, who's been working hard to bring you Nintendo Switch deals for the past few hours. I'll be following on from Natalie's hard work to bring you the best Switch offers as and when they come up.
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I can't yap about all things Switch without mentioning the highly anticipated Switch 2. There are plenty of rumours floating around about the design, specs and price of the new prospective Switch model, but we know it's definitely coming after Nintendo casually announced it back in May. For everything we know so far, check out our roundup of leaked Nintendo Switch 2 specs.
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A certified fan favourite Switch accessory is the CRKD Nitro Deck. While it's a little meatier than alternatives like the Hori Switch Pad, it's an elite ergonomic build for long gaming sessions, offering comfort and speed (and there's the added bonus of no pesky Joy-Con stick drift). You can get the CRKD Nitro Deck (with a limited edition carry case) for $49.99 at Amazon saving you 38% off the full price.
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If your family Christmas is anything like mine you might be subjected to an arduous boardgame session – in my household, it's always Monopoly. Fights ensue and sibling rivalries come to a head, but 'tis the season after all. To spice things up why not bring your Monopoly session into the 21st Century with the Monopoly Switch edition, now$19.97 at Best Buy, saving you $26.22.
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It might not be the sexiest purchase, but this small but mighty SD card is an absolute saviour when storage runs low. You can currently get 57% off the SanDisk 128GB microSDXC Card, now $14.99 at Amazon.
Let's talk accessories. If you're looking for an alternative to the Switch's pesky little Joy-Cons look no further than the Hori Split Pad. You can currently cop the Hori Split Pad Pro for $42.49 at BestBuy. Tried and tested by yours truly, I can vouch for the ergonomic benefit of the Split Pad over the Joy-Con controllers – sadly it doesn't improve your skills but it makes for an elite comfortable play experience.
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Hi, Natalie here!
I'll be taking over the blog for a while, searching for some juicy deals to save you some schmoney this Black Friday. The best deal is still this Mario Kart Deluxe bundle reduced to $299.99 from $349 at Walmart – it's the lowest we've ever seen this bundle, so grab it while it's hot folks.
But what do we know about the Switch 2? Well, a bit, as it happens.
It's due to come out next year, have a better screen and faster processor. The games will be backwards-compatible so there's nothing to worry about with investing in a console now. We did see some concepts emerge when it first was announced but things have gone quiet from Switch fans, and with nothing confirmed on design from Nintendo we are left wondering...
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So would I recommend buying the Nintendo Switch OLED even if the Switch 2 is coming? Why yes I would. The OLED is about to become the baby of the family if my predictions are correct. And therefore it'll get a new RRP, lower than it is now. When the new family set up comes into place, I therefore don't think we'll get any significant deals on it after this event for a good while. It's a great time to buy.
Unless, of course, you want to wait for the shiny new Switch 2 to come out.
Normally it's a no-brainer to go straight to Amazon if you want the very best prices. But that's not always true for Switch. Actually, there are almost no deals on Switch consoles at Amazon – or at least not the lowest prices. There are no Black Friday Switch console deals at Amazon UK and I currently can't see any in the US.
Some of them are the usual suspects (does anyone ever pay full price for Just Dance?) But there are some attractive offers.
These are the biggest discounts, all over a third off:
So how do you know which Switch to buy? Things are a bit confusing at the moment with the Switch 2 releasing next year so I'm going to break it down for you.
The Nintendo Switch OLED is currently the flagship device in the range. It's got a seven inch screen resplendent in OLED glory, and a handy kickstand for tabletop play. Its RRP is $349/$299.99 and until this year we'd only seen tiny changes in that price. But this year we've already seen lows in the $270s/£230s.
The Nintendo Switch is the basic model – it retails for $299/£279 and we are seeing record lows here, too. But I wouldn't recommend buying this one unless you're on a really strict budget as I think it's about to be discontinued.
The Nintendo Switch Lite is the baby of the family. It doesn't connect to the TV but if you're more into handheld gaming it might work for you. It retails at $209/£199.99 and we rarely see price cuts on this.
This is a fantastic deal on a brilliant game. You can play as Shadow, which is a great change of experience. It has a bunch of iconic Sonic levels, too, which will delight retro game fans (of which I am one!). You can get Sonic x Shadow Generations for just £29.99 now. I love Sonic, and I love this game.
It's also a brilliant time to stock up on a plethora of amazing games. All the major retailers have got fantastic offers on Nintendo Switch games – and some of my favourites are listed above. But I"ll post some specifics here, too!
Ooh talking of PowerA, I also recommend getting this matching controller. It's highly praised by a member of this very team, who loves the design and loves it for game play too.
If all my years of experience has taught me anything, it's that price fluctuations can occur at any time – that's why we are always so keen to blog these events. Because we know prices can change at any time, we need our ears to the ground.
I think it's also an ace time to pick up a wealth of accessories for your Switch such as this brilliant carry case. I wouldn't recommend anything that wasn't beautifully designed, and I think the illustrations on this one are fantastic. It is also practical as it is officially licensed for the Switch so you know your console is in good hands.
So what are we seeing this fine Black Friday? Well! We are seeing the best deals ever, actually. With record low prices on the OLED console from OnBuy in the UK, and an incredible bundle deal from Target that gives you the Switch OLED plus Mario Kart Deluxe 8 PLUS 12 months of Nintendo Switch Online membership for lower than I've ever even seen the standalone console, I actually never thought I'd see prices like this in all my years covering this event. And it's a delight.
Black Friday is here! Hurrah! We've been covering deals on the Switch all week and today will be no exception. I expect deals to at least stay as good as they are now, or even get a little bit better and I can't wait to share them all with you.
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