While not a dead certainty, Nintendo Switch deals could very well reach new lows in 2024, with the console's successor expected to be announced before the end of March 2025. We haven't seen any super dramatic deals so far in 2024, for either the vanilla or OLED model, and that even held true during the recent Amazon Prime Day, which was overall a disappointment for Nintendo fans.
Still, Nintendo Switch 2 looms large. As does Black Friday, which kicks off in late November and will surely feature some decent Nintendo Switch console deals. Its predecessor is becoming a harder sell as it enters its seventh year on the market. It's worth keeping the Switch 2's arrival in mind when deciding whether to fork out for a Nintendo Switch.
That aside, what's happened of late in the turbulent world of Nintendo Switch deals? The Switch OLED RRP is AU$539.95; Amazon is currently selling it for AU$499. That's an improvement over recent heights of AU$525, but it's still not a good price: the OLED model can often be had for as little as AU$449. In other words, unless you're in a rush you should wait.
Meanwhile, the standalone vanilla Switch console is currently AU$429, which also isn't great. We'd not spend any more than AU$399 for the original Switch at this point in its life cycle; with Black Friday on the horizon, it might be wise to wait unless you must have it today.
Check out what we've found below.
Today's best Nintendo Switch deals in Australia
Why you can trust 12DOVE Our experts review games, movies and tech over countless hours, so you can choose the best for you. Find out more about our reviews policy.
If you're looking for Nintendo Switch deals on the console by itself, we're rounding up all the latest prices from retailers across the web just below. You'll find the best offers on the shelves right now in these comparison charts, but if you're after a bundle deal, you'll find all the latest discounts further down the page.
If you're just looking for a handheld-only console, it's worth checking out the Nintendo Switch Lite deals below. They are considerably cheaper than the main console (and much cheaper than the OLED model), but you are getting limited functionality without a docked mode. The standard price on these devices is AU$329.95.
Best Nintendo Switch bundles in Australia
![Nintendo Switch Console [neon blue / red] | AU$469.95 AU$429 at Amazon](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/tLYTzZwkDAQSEfE7EiyPK3-200-100.jpg "Nintendo Switch Console [neon blue / red] | AU$469.95 AU$429 at Amazon")
Nintendo Switch Accessories
Eager to get some extras for your Nintendo Switch? We've gathered up a few essentials right here. For example, you'll find some of the best Nintendo Switch accessories out there right now, be it Nintendo Switch SD cards to the best Nintendo Switch chargers.
If you'd like to play some local multiplayer with family or friends, on the other hand, we've also rounded up cheap Nintendo Switch controller deals. Need some more Joy-cons or a Pro controller? This is the place to start.
Now that Bluetooth audio is finally available, it's time to invest in some Nintendo Switch gaming headsets. These cups are generally cheaper than their PC counterparts, but you can still save plenty of cash. You'll find all the latest prices on our top picks just below.
Where to find more Nintendo Switch deals in Australia
Whether you're looking to find your own Nintendo Switch bundles or you're after some cheap accessories and games, there are plenty of retailers offering solid savings on Ninty's gadgets throughout the year. You'll find all the stores we head to for Nintendo Switch deals just below.
- Amazon Australia: Usually the best for gaming discounts overall
- eBay Australia: Odds and ends, peripherals and games
- Mighty Ape: Games galore, and peripherals
- JB Hi-Fi: Games, and if you're lucky, consoles
Which Nintendo Switch bundles are available?
Currently, the only games with bundle options on the Nintendo Switch are Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, Diablo 3, Splatoon 2, Fortnite, Fortnite Wildcat, Super Mario Odyssey, Mario Tennis Aces and 1-2 Switch, Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, Mario Red & Blue, Pokemon Zacian and Zamazenda (Switch Lite), Fortnite, Monster Hunter Rise, and Dragon Quest XI S.
It's pretty rare for Australian retailers to bundle games with Nintendo Switch consoles as part of their own special deals: normally, if you want a Nintendo Switch bundle in Australia, you'll need to wait for an official one packaged by Nintendo itself, such as the popular Mario Kart 8 Deluxe bundle.
What is the Nintendo Switch price in Australia?
To make sure you're getting a good deal, it's important to know the base prices of Switch consoles.
The normal Nintendo Switch price is AU$469.95 in Australia. As for the Switch Lite, the Australian RRP is AU$329.95 though of all the Nintendo Switch models, it's the one you should definitely never pay full RRP for. The Nintendo Switch OLED price is AU$539.95 in Australia.
Don't be caught out, if there's a listing that goes above these prices, double-check that it's part of a bundle or includes something noteworthy - and always ensure it's from a trusted seller!
Which Nintendo Switch should you buy?
There are now three models of Nintendo Switch to choose from. Each one does offer a different experience, though, so it's important to choose the right version for you.
- Nintendo Switch (standard): This is the 'full' console experience, and it's the one we'd recommend. Offering detachable controllers that can be shared between two people and a portable screen that allows you to play on TV or in handheld mode, it's perfect for multiplayer and single-player games.
- Nintendo Switch Lite: The new Nintendo Switch Lite is a handheld-only alternative, pitched as an entry-level console for kids or anyone playing on the go. While it's a lot cheaper, it can't be used on TV, doesn't have detachable controllers, and lacks some features like joypad rumble. However, it will still play all the same games.
- Nintendo Switch OLED model: The new version of the Switch features a 7-inch OLED screen, improved kickstand, and a slightly more streamlined build but aside from a few external updates, it offers all the same functionality as the standard Switch, complete with the same performance as well.
Hideo Kojima originally had "no plans" for a character like Metal Gear Solid's Cyborg Ninja until Yoji Shinkawa's art had him saying "hell yeah, a ninja cyborg!"
One of the most iconic D&D RPGs ever made stood out among Baldur's Gate and Fallout as it was the "first" to make companions "feel like fully functional parts of the story"
