As we move into the heart of Prime Day, I'm flabbergasted over the fact there are ACTUALLY DEALS ON THE SWITCH. I have been covering this event in this exact way for 5 years now, with this blog running for 4, and I've never seen actual deals. Yeah I know, that sounds bleak. BUT IT'S HAPPENING.
But what are they? I hear you ask. There are rare prices on the OLED model in the US. If you don't mind an import you can save the most –it's $288 at Walmart (it is completely functional in the US). The deal we saw at Woot is now gone, but Walmart also has a Switch OLED that's not imported for $294, $5 lower than the lowest non-import we've seen.
And there's a standout record-low price on the OLED model in the UK – it's a surprising£225.99 at Onbuy (or £225.45 for the Neon version). This is far lower than I've seen before (that was around the £270 mark).
All this good luck could be because the Switch 2 is due to be released soon and I do hope for even bigger drops, but just in case there aren't any, I'll also be looking out for games and accessories. For more offers on other creative tech, see our Apple Prime Day live hub, or keep scrolling to see US and UK deals on Nintendo Switch.
Nintendo Switch OLED imported model: $349 $288 at Walmart Save $61: This imported model is functional in the US, and you might only see differences in start menu options (plus you might need to buy a plug). This is for the white version, the blue and red is a couple of dollars more. It's all the same tech specs like that amazing screen, and it's a really decent saving (we've seen imported models go for $20 less but this is rare).
Nintendo Switch OLED: $349.99 $294.99 at Walmart Save $55: This is the lowest price we've seen on a non-imported product. It's possible this will fall lower this Prime Day though we wouldn't bank on it, with the Switch you can never be sure. With a gorgeous OLED screen, in Mario Red this is the best Switch available right now.
Nintendo Switch Lite: $199 $170 at Amazon Save $29: The Nintendo Switch Lite is still really popular and this is the lowest price we've ever seen on the Yellow version with $29 off the listing price. If you want a pared back Switch experience, this is the one for you.
$299.99 $255 at Amazon Save $44: The standard Switch console doesn't usually get discounted much but it's just got an extra $43 off ahead of Prime Day. It may not have the OLED screen but it's still a great console with brilliant reviews (like our Nintendo Switch review). This one comes with grey Joy-Cons.
Nintendo Switch OLED: £299 £228.67 at Onbuy Save £70.33: We'd never seen the OLED Switch fall this low in the UK. We hope it's a sign of things to come. We recommend snapping this one up. It's the fanciest Switch around, and it's almost never on offer for a reason!
And we're off! We've already found some brilliant deals on Switch consoles, and we hope they'll get even better... but you can never be sure with this device as it's so popular at normal price. But we'll be here keeping track nonetheless.
We'll do some chatting about what to expect from the Switch 2 alongside keeping you abreast of the best prices, and advising when to click buy.
And from the US, there's a nice $50 off this OLED console from Woot. This equals the lowest we've seen for a US console. There was a nice import price last year ($265 actually, very nice even if you did have to buy a plug adapter).
We actually hope this might fall further.... but there's never any guarantees in Switch land.
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Why should you trust us, though? Well, we've been looking for deals on Switch for years and years now - so we know all the tips and tricks. We have price tracking tools (more on that later) and expert knowledge of games to boot. So you're in safe hands.
So, we all know the event hasn't actually started yet. Which makes the deals we've found are pretty surprising. We'll also be searching for bundles, games and accessories too as the event goes on so you can complete your Switch setup.
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So what are the different Switch models and how much do they normally cost?
Nintendo Switch OLED: $349/£309 - the fanciest Switch hs been seen at $299.99/£279 ish. Nintendo Switch $299/£259 – the standard model has seen price cuts down to $299.99/£279 in the past. Nintendo Switch Lite: $199.99/£199 - the light model only gets a price cut of $10-20 regularly.
Anything below these prices is a great deal. And we're seeing some already!
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We're expecting the Switch 2 to drop sometime between now and 31 March 2025 (in the next fiscal year according to Nintendo's president, Shuntaro Furukawa). While it's undoubtedly a highly anticipated launch, it also means that Amazon will likely be looking to clear its existing Switch stock – and that means some absolute steals could be brewing this Prime Big Deal Days.
Prime Day isn't just for big spends, there's currently a tasty little deal on the 128GB SanDisk Micro SDXC reduced from$34.99 to $18.88 at Amazon. Okay, so it's not a glamorous expense, but you'll thank me later for the extra storage space meaning you can finally download that game you've had your eye on!
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If Joy-Cons aren't your thing, there are plenty of controller alternatives that can make for a smoother gameplay experience. My personal favourite is the Hori Split Pad Pro which you can currently get for $49.99 $41.99 at Amazon. The large, ergonomic handles are better suited for more long-form solo gaming sessions as they offer a more comfortable fit compared to the Switch's regular Joy-Con controllers.
If you're in the market for some new Joy-Cons, why not spice up the deal with this bundle which gets you Super Mario Party + Red & Blue Joy-Cons Bundle for $94.82 at Amazon. The game alone typically retails for $49.99 while regular Joy-Cons go for $79.99 – kill two birds with one stone and get some funky limited edition Joy-Cons and an iconic family favourite Switch game.
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We're still yet to find a deal that beats Woot's $299.99 Nintendo Switch OLED deal. It's a whole $100 cheaper than Amazon's current $329 Switch OLED deal, but that could be subject to change as Prime Big Deal Days gets underway – remember folks, we're still in the early stages and I'm predicting some juicy price drops to make way for the upcoming Switch 2 launch.
Hello gamers! This is Rosie Hilder taking over the Nintendo Switch blog. I've spent the day looking after our Apple Prime Day blog so I'm looking forward to a change of subject :-) I'll be here for the next hour or so finding you the very best Switch offers as we head into Prime Day.
For those of you after a Switch Lite, there's good news and bad news. The bad news is that we don't often see big discounts on this console, and this sales event is no exception (although bear in mind it hasn't officially started yet).
The good news? There's currently $29 off at both Amazon and Walmart. So that's something.
Save $29: The Nintendo Switch Lite is still really popular and this is the lowest price we've ever seen on the Yellow version with $29 off the listing price. If you want a pared back Switch experience, this is the one for you.
For UK gamers, it really is slim-pickings out there in terms of deals. We'll keep searching and get back to you if we find anything better than the offers we've already highlighted. Fingers crossed as Prime Day proper rolls around we'll see some more savings.
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We're sorry to report that the record saving on the Switch OLED in the UK is no more. The Switch did cost £228 for most of the day but has just jumped up slightly to £239.99. It's a still a good deal, though we are wondering whether it'll drop down again time for Prime Day properly beginning.
If you're thinking of buying a Nintendo Switch in the Prime Day sales then you'll need some games to play. I've found good deals on some of the best Nintendo Switch games released this year, including Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown, a game I reviewed at launch and scored 9/10.
If you're new to Nintendo Switch and need inspiration for what to buy for you're new handheld, or picking up a prezzie for friends and family, then read our best Nintendo Switch accessories guide. My pick? The Nintendo Switch Pro Controller remains a great investment if you love playing games on the TV, while Nintendo Ring Fit Adventure maybe old but it's still a handy way to get fit and have fun.
It's still one of the best games on Nintendo Switch, so if you are picking up this console for the first time then you need Mario Kart 8 Deluxe. The standard edition isn't on sale, so a good way to get racing if you're getting a console this week is to buy the Nintendo Switch with Mario Kart 8 Deluxe bundle for $380 at Walmart.
You get the older Nintendo Switch with neon red and blue Joy-Con controllers, a digital code to download Mario Kart 8 Deluxe. and a three-month subscription to Nintendo Online, to play against others.
PowerA offer some of the best third-party game controllers for Nintendo Switch, many of them feature official artwork and unique designs. I've rounded up some of my favourite collectible PowerA wireless and wired controllers for Nintendo Switch below.
If, like me, you live in fear of dropping and smashing your shiny new Nintendo Switch OLED, then you'll need a case. One neat design that's caught my eye is the ergonomic PlayVital Flexible Protector Joycon Grip Cover that ditches the standard cases for a form-fitting protective case. It comes in a mix of colours, including dark grey, pink and bright yellow. Sticker guides help position the protective shell, which includes joystick covers, stand and a thick palm grip.
Take a break from playing Nintendo games to toying around with a Nintendo-themed puzzle. The BePuzzled Legend of Zelda Master Sword Hanayama Brain Teaser has been on my radar for some time now, but its price drop makes it an impulse buy. The objective is to take the Legend of Zelda styled puzzle apart, and then put it back together again.
So how do we find out how good prices are? I'll let you into a little secret. One way is through the camelizer – a price tracking tool that shows how low prices have fallen on products sold on Amazon. It's a website, and also a browser extension that you can click when you're on an Amazon listing to bring up a little graph showing previous prices.
It's super useful during these events as it helps you work out how low (and high) prices have been in the product's history. You're welcome.
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Wait a SECOND. That record Onbuy deal is actually still valid on the blue and red version. I can't believe I didn't notice that. Shame on me. Get the Nintendo Switch OLED for £228 at Onbuy here.
It's now officially Prime Day in the UK and.... we can't see any price differences on consoles. We'll do some digging and see what we can come up with for anyone who has stayed up to hunt for deals in the UK.
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Okay, there are actually some pretty decent deals on games at Amazon, even if the console offers are disappointing so far. The UK store sees discounts on titles like Hogwarts Legacy and Assassins Creed Rebel Collection, as well as LEGO titles.
Good morning deals hunters! Prime Day is well and truly underway on both sides of the pond so I'll be double checking all the previous offers we've highlighted are still live and (hopefully) finding you some new deals to get your teeth into.
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We've gone through and checked all of yesterday's prices compared to today's and there's a little bit of movement, with some deals going up in price slightly and some falling, though mostly this is just by a few dollars. By far the biggest change is on a Nintendo Switch - Mario Kart 8 Deluxe Bundle from Walmart, which was around the $330 mark yesterday. It's now sitting at $299, making it one of the cheapest ways to get a Switch with a game thrown in (plus 12 month's Switch Online Individual Membership).
If you don't mind getting a renewed Switch and want to do your bit to stop old tech going to landfill then there are some offers available over on Amazon at the moment. You can get a Turquoise Switch Lite for $157.21, for example. Though bear in mind it's only $12 more to get a new yellow one.
Which products are actually included in Amazon's Big Deal Days? There aren't many offers on the consoles themselves included but there are plenty of accessories on offer. Our pick of the bunch is these fun PowerA Switch controllers for $42.99 (down from $59.99) at Amazon.
In the UK, over at Very there are a handful of deals on games, including Mario Kart 8 Deluxe for £37.99. This is the same price as Amazon and Currys so you can choose where to spend your money.
As Prime Day continues across the world, the deals on Amazon itself continue to be, well, somewhat meh. But those early deals found elsewhere are holding strong.
The best deals right now are at Woot and Walmart, by the way.
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So as we know, the Switch 2 is coming and rumours have been flying. See everything we think might happen in our Switch 2 hub. We've loved looking at concepts and listening to rumours over the last few years, but we are more than ready for the console to come to fruition. We did hope it would be called the Nintendo Switch Pro for a while, but that seems to have been put to rest.
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In our years of covering Switch deals, we've hardly seen any discounts on the OLED model – so $61 off at Walmart is surprising.
While we've been waiting for the Switch 2 for years, Sony pipped Nintendo to the post with the unveiling of the PS5 Pro last month. Come on, Nintendo, keep up.
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Don't forget, it's not just about the console – we're also seeing deals on games too. Take a look at Amazon UK's main Nintendo Switch games page.
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Wondering if the Switch is even the console for you? Take a look at our Nintendo Switch review.
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Waiting for new Switch deals to drop...
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That Woot deal has SOLD OUT FOLKS. But it's worth mentioning you could get a renewed Switch as an option for saving money. Amazon has one for $299 right now, the same as that Woot deal. It's fully certified and tested so there's no risk (according to Amazon). So if you don't want one of the other offers on a new Switch, this is a good choice.
I always liked the Nintendo Wii. Just saying.
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If you're more of a PS5 person (what are you doing here?) see these brilliant PS5 game deals we found for you – they're truly the only ones our gaming expert Beth would buy.
In times of old during these events, sales prices used to change frequently. Alas, the era of the FLASH SALE ALERT is mostly over, which makes these blogs a bit less exciting. But the odd price change does pop up, which keeps us interested.
Oooh there's another great deal at Walmart – the Switch OLED in Mario Kart red is just $294, which is $5 lower than we typically see a non imported model reduced to during sales events. Whoo hoo.
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