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The best early Black Friday Nintendo Switch deals

Black Friday Nintendo Switch deals

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If you're seeking some early Black Friday Nintendo Switch deals, then you've come to the right place. I test all kinds of Nintendo Switch products (everything from consoles to accessories and controllers) for a living and am here providing round-the-clock coverage of the best discounts at they come in.

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Black Friday officially takes place on November 29, but with so many great bundles and offers already available, it feels almost like the sale is fully underway already. In the US, Best Buy and Walmart have just started their big seasonal sale events while those in the UK can find some fantastic opportunities to save at both Argos and Currys.

I've already seen some of the strongest Nintendo Switch deals of the year up for grabs, particularly this killer value Mario Kart 8 Deluxe Bundle for just $299.99 at Best Buy in the US and this Nintendo Switch Sports Bundle for £249.99 at Argos in the UK.

With the Nintendo Switch 2 on the horizon, I think this year has the potential for some of the strongest discounts yet with savings on everything Nintendo Switch. With that out of the way, here are my top picks right now.

Today's best Nintendo Switch deals (US)

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Early Black Friday Nintendo Switch deals: my top picks

US Black Friday Nintendo Switch deals

Nintendo Switch: Mario Kart 8 Deluxe Bundle: $299.99 at Best Buy

Nintendo Switch: Mario Kart 8 Deluxe Bundle: $299.99 at Best Buy
Nintendo comes out with a Mario Kart 8 Deluxe bundle almost every year and they always represent killer value. You get a Nintendo Switch console, one of its best games, and 12 months of Nintendo Switch Online for multiplayer play. Overall, this is a roughly $80 saving compared to retail price.

Nintendo Switch OLED: Mario Kart 8 Deluxe Bundle: $349.99 at Best Buy

Nintendo Switch OLED: Mario Kart 8 Deluxe Bundle: $349.99 at Best Buy
Nintendo also has you covered if you would rather splash out for the enhanced Nintendo Switch OLED, which boasts a better screen and more storage. As above, you also got a copy of Mario Kart 8 Deluxe and a 12 month Nintendo Switch Online membership thrown in at no extra cost.

Nintendo Switch Lite:$199.99$177.99 at Amazon

Nintendo Switch Lite: was $199.99 now $177.99 at Amazon
Head over to Amazon if you're after a Nintendo Switch Lite discount, as the handheld console is currently just over $10 off. It's not the best deal we've ever seen, but it's a decent option if you're shopping early.

PowerA Enhanced Nintendo Switch Controller: $59.99$38.99 at Amazon

PowerA Enhanced Nintendo Switch Controller: was $59.99 now $38.99 at Amazon
If you're looking for an affordable wireless Nintendo Switch controller right now, then your best bet is this more budget-friendly option from PowerA. Discounted by $21, this isn't quite the lowest-ever price but it's still a good lower-cost alternative to the official Nintendo Switch Pro Controller.

SanDisk 128GB Micro SD card:$34.99$18.88 at Amazon

SanDisk 128GB Micro SD card: was $34.99 now $18.88 at Amazon
If you're after a Nintendo Switch SD card, then this licensed model from SanDisk is a great pick and currently 46% off. This is far from the lowest-ever price of $8.99, though, so worth watching for future discounts.

UK Black Friday Nintendo Switch deals

Nintendo Switch Nintendo Switch Sports Bundle: £249.99 at Argos

Nintendo Switch Nintendo Switch Sports Bundle: £249.99 at Argos
This classic bundle has been a favorite over the last few years and made a triumphant return for 2024. In the box you get a Nintendo Switch plus a copy of Nintendo Switch Sports and a 12 month Nintendo Switch Online membership. Due to the focus on local play, this bundle in particular is a top pick for families.

Nintendo Switch OLED Super Mario Bros. Wonder Bundle: £299 at Currys

Nintendo Switch OLED Super Mario Bros. Wonder Bundle: £299 at Currys
Shoppers in the UK can pick up this brilliant Nintendo Switch OLED bundle that includes a copy of the excellent Super Mario Bros. Wonder and a 12 month Nintendo Switch Online subscription. This is the best value way to pick up the console right now.

Nintendo Switch Lite Animal Crossing Bundle: £199.99 at Argos

Nintendo Switch Lite Animal Crossing Bundle: £199.99 at Argos
This Nintendo Switch Lite bundle includes a special limited edition console in a cute Animal Crossing design. You also get a copy of the latest game in the series, Animal Crossing: New Horizons, and a 12 month Nintendo Switch Online membership.

SanDisk 256GB Micro SD card: £23.84£16.99 at Amazon

SanDisk 256GB Micro SD card: was £23.84 now £16.99 at Amazon
At just £1 above its lowest-ever Amazon price, this is a great early deal on a high-capacity Nintendo Switch compatible Micro SD card.

Super Mario Odyssey: £37.99 £35.95 at Amazon

Super Mario Odyssey: was £37.99 now £35.95 at Amazon
This is a fantastic price on Super Mario Odyssey, which originally launched for £59.99. If you haven't yet experienced this critically acclaimed 3D platformer, then now is your chance to do so for less.

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As TechRadar's Hardware Writer, I am on the frontlines of our deal-finding efforts fighting to make sure that you make an informed purchasing decision while saving as much cash as possible. I've been a Nintendo Switch owner for almost seven years and have covered previous sales events. I'm also in charge of all our Nintendo Switch buying guides. This all means that I know exactly what makes for that perfect Nintendo Switch discount.

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Price cut on a Switch carrying case.

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Here's a great US deal to kick off today's savings. Right now you can pick up a heavily discounted Nintendo Switch Carrying Case over at Best Buy. It's $14 off and currently listed as on clearance, so I don't expect this offer to be around forever.

Best of all, the carrying case, which is compatible with Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch OLED systems, comes bundled with two screen protectors (one for each model).

For just over $10 that's pretty incredible value and gives you everything that you need to keep your console safe and secure when you're on the go. If you're planning to pick up a new Nintendo Switch console over Black Friday (or already own one) snap up this deal before it's gone.

Nintendo Switch Carrying Case & Screen Protector Splatoon 3 Edition: was $24.99 now $10.99 at Best Buy

Animal Crossing Switch Lite Turquoise bundle on cyan background with price cut sign

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Another great deal for those in the UK, as the Nintendo Switch Lite Animal Crossing Bundle is currently back in stock at Argos. This bundle was everywhere last year, which is when I personally picked one up, but has become quite hard to find as of late. It's not difficult to imagine why, as it gives you a special edition Nintendo Switch Lite console with a super cute Animal Crossing design.

You also net a copy of Animal Crossing: New Horizons, which comes pre-installed. You even get a 12 month Nintendo Switch Online membership, which I haven't seen included previously and didn't come with my model back in the day.

I often recommend the Nintendo Switch Lite as the best system for those on a tight budget, as it comes in under £200 and boasts all the same performance as the pricier Nintendo Switch in a much more compact form factor. It's also a great fit for kids, as it's quite durable and can withstand drops a bit better than other systems.

Nintendo Switch Lite Animal Crossing Bundle: £199.99 at Argos

Nintendo Switch Sports

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If you're looking for a Nintendo Switch Bundle that can be enjoyed by all members of the family, then this UK offer is for you. Right now you can grab the Nintendo Switch Nintendo Switch Sports Bundle at Argos and it's an absolutely brilliant deal.

It includes the Nintendo Switch console, a digital copy of Nintendo Switch Sports, and a 12 month Nintendo Switch Online membership at no extra cost. You also get the Nintendo Switch Sports Leg Strap Swing, a little accessory that is needed to access some of the game's modes.

A successor to the famous Wii Sports, Nintendo Switch Sports is a light-hearted sports game that includes favorites like tennis and bowling in addition to new arrivals such as volleyball and golf. It's an absolute blast to play together in the living room and could really help liven up the holidays.

Nintendo Switch Lite Animal Crossing Bundle: £199.99 at Argos

SanDisk microSDXC card for Switch Prime Day

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If you intend to pick up a few digital Nintendo Switch games over Black Friday, then now is the ideal time to make sure that your console storage is up to the task. This officially licensed Nintendo Switch SD card will boost your capacity by 128GB, more than enough for many top games.

It's currently on sale for 46% off at Amazon, which is a decent price but not super spectacular. If you don't need it right away, I would keep an eye out for an even steeper price cut over the coming days as it's gone down to around the $9 mark on sale in the past.

SanDisk 128GB Micro SD card: was $34.99 now $18.88 at Amazon

I would highly recommend keeping links to a few retailers in your bookmarks bar so that you can quickly check if any good deals are live as we get closer to the big day.

Plenty of popular retailers offer their own Black Friday deals, but here are the best ones to watch depending on your location:

US

Amazon: flash deals on bundles and games
Best Buy: discounts on games and accessories
Walmart: excellent Switch bundles
GameStop: offers on games, accessories and more

UK

Amazon: Switch bundles with many different games
Argos: significantly reduced games
Currys: a wide range of different console bundles
Nintendo Store: regularly includes freebies with bundles
Very: a variety of bundles with top games

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Those in the UK also have a fantastic Nintendo Switch OLED bundle at their fingertips. This newly released package offers a Nintendo Switch OLED (in white), a digital copy of the superb Super Mario Bros. Wonder, and 12 months of Nintendo Switch Online. As in the US, the game and membership come at no additional cost.

This is my personal favorite bundle of the year so far, as Super Mario Bros. Wonder is an absolute treat and, in my opinion, a much better showcase of the hardware than Mario Kart 8 Deluxe. It's comfortably one of the best Super Mario games that I've ever played and a must-have for any potential Nintendo Switch owner.

Nintendo Switch OLED Super Mario Bros. Wonder Bundle: £299 at Currys

The Nintendo Switch OLED Mario Kart 8 Deluxe bundle on a Mario Kart 8 background image.

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Here's one of those bundles that I just mentioned and it happens to be possibly the best Nintendo Switch OLED deal in the US right now. In the box, you get a Nintendo Switch OLED console in its clean white colorway, a download copy of Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, and a 12 month Nintendo Switch Online membership.

Best of all, this bundle costs the same as just the Nintendo Switch OLED on its own - effectively giving you the game and membership for free.

Nintendo Switch OLED: Mario Kart 8 Deluxe Bundle: $349.99 at Best Buy

Wondering what kind of deals to expect this Black Friday?

Rather than any particularly massive discounts on individual consoles themselves, I would expect the best value Black Friday Nintendo Switch deals to be console bundles. Nintendo often releases a couple at this time of year and we’re already seeing them on sale in both the US and UK.

These bundles allow you to pick up the console and get a top game like Mario Kart 8 Deluxe or Super Mario Bros. Wonder at no additional cost, plus a few months of Nintendo Switch online membership which is great if you want to play with friends. These are fantastic value and make for excellent gifts, too.

Of course, there will still be a wide range of savings on Nintendo Switch games, accessories, and controllers. I'm already seeing discounts on headphones, cases, SD cards, and more, making this a great time for existing owners to upgrade their setups.

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Black Friday Nintendo Switch deals

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Hello gamers! Welcome to the first day of my Black Friday Nintendo Switch deals coverage extravaganza. I’ve been locked in a dimly-lit room in the TechRadar Gaming HQ, forced to comb through the endless stream of sales to find the very best savings for you. Throughout the sales event, I’m going to be listing some of the top deals as they come in. With everything from unbeatable value console bundles to my own personal picks and must-have accessories, there’s more than likely going to be something worth your time.

I have been a dedicated Nintendo Switch player since day one, owning the console since its launch period back in 2017. I, alongside the wider team at TechRadar, have tested a huge range of Nintendo Switch games, controllers, headsets, storage devices, and more to work out which are the absolute cream of the crop. I’ll be making sure that all of the products recommended here have either scored highly in our reviews or come personally endorsed by me.

Black Friday Nintendo Switch deals are typically some of the best ways to save money on all things Nintendo, so sit back, relax, and get ready to save some cash.

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