Black Friday Nintendo Switch deals 2025: what we expect from this year's sale
November's coming, and it's bringing some Nintendo Switch deals with it

Black Friday Nintendo Switch deals are one of the best times to give your Nintendo gaming setup a boost. The current Switch is now eight years old, which means there's a ton of games, controllers, headsets, and a magnitude of other accessories primed for receiving some worthwhile discounts.
The best Black Friday gaming deals in 2024 were full of discounts on Nintendo Switch-related goodies. There were record new lows for huge games like Tears of the Kingdom, and even brand-new releases at the time, from Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown to Sonic X Shadow Generations saw debut discounts over November. Most surprisingly, we saw big retailers like Walmart drop the prices of Switch console bundles, like the Switch OLED Mario Kart 8 Deluxe bundle which was under $300 - one of the stand-out deals from the day.
This year is shaping up to be just as fruitful, especially with the Nintendo Switch 2 launch on the horizon. Nintendo hasn't yet announced a release date, but rumors hint that it'll drop well before November 28. This means we could see huge deals on older Switch games and accessories, and even brand-new Switch 2 bundles could steal the show. If you want to be kept in the know of any future Switch 2 deals, and what else could be in store this Black Friday, we've used our years of Ninty deal hunting to give you a low-down of what to expect during this year's sales.
Black Friday Nintendo Switch Deals: FAQ
Black Friday Nintendo Switch Deals - What to expect
This year's Black Friday Nintendo Switch deals are shaping up to be an exciting time. The highly-anticipated Nintendo Switch 2 is launching sometime this year, and while we're still days away from finding out an exact release date, rumors suggest it'll land in our hands well before Black Friday this year.
This would give Ninty plenty of time to start creating some new Nintendo Switch 2 bundles and drop them during this year's sales. If there's no bundles to be seen, savings on the new console alone are also a big likelihood and are worth keeping an eye on if you're already not that fussed about grabbing the Switch 2 the second it becomes available.
Even if the Switch 2 isn't a part of this year's sales, its existence could still do wonders. With eyes all on the new console, and its new games and accessories that'll follow, retailers may want to get rid of old stock. Taking that into consideration, we could expect to see huge discounts on everything from controllers, headsets, and even Nintendo Switch cases. I mean, we see these each year anyway, with 2024 being the place for record-breaking discounts on the CRKD Nitro Deck+, which dropped to $59.99, or even the official Joy-Con controllers saw record-low prices at $59.99 over the sales period. But, even bigger discounts could make 2025 one of the best years for Black Friday Nintendo Switch deals so far.
This will spell great news for those sticking with the current handheld, and anyone looking to make the next-gen leap. Ninty confirmed the Switch 2 will be compatible with current physical Switch games, so it would be an opportune time to start grabbing any Switch games you may have missed and create a bustling game library in time for the Switch 2 launch.
With SD cards getting cheaper every year, this Black Friday will also be a great time to pick up some extra storage. We don't yet have confirmation if the Switch 2 has a microSD slot, but if you're sticking with your aging Switch, grabbing one of the best Nintendo Switch SD cards at a fraction of the price during the sales will put you in good stead to stretch the value of your current handheld.
Overall, this year's Black Friday Nintendo Switch deals mostly evolve around the existence of the Switch 2 in some shape or form. Hopefully, we'll see some brand-new console bundles if it launches well before November 28, but regardless, we're bound to have another year of record-low discounts for current Switch games, accessories, and even on Lite and OLED models of the handheld itself too.
When will the Black Friday Nintendo Switch deals start?
Black Friday 2025 officially kicks off on November 28, a day earlier than last year. That being said, we recommend keeping an eye out for discounts as early as October (if the last couple of years are anything to go by).
Where will the best Black Friday Nintendo Switch deals be?
If you're looking for the best Black Friday Nintendo Switch deals during November 2025 then you'll likely find that most major tech retailers will offer up amazing discounts on them. If we had to guess though, we'd place our best on the retailers below:
US Retailers:
Amazon: deals on the best Nintendo Switch controllers and accessories
Best Buy: savings on the latest Nintendo Switch bundles
Walmart: money off the latest Switch game releases
Woot: record-low savings on first-party Nintendo Switch games
UK Retailers:
Amazon: deals on the best Nintendo Switch controllers and SD cards
Currys: discounts on the latest Nintendo Switch headsets and accessories
Very: price drops on Switch consoles and console bundles
Last year's Best Black Friday Nintendo Switch console deals
Nintendo Switch OLED | Mario Kart 8 Deluxe | 12 months Nintendo Switch Online | $349 $299 at Walmart
Save $50 - Walmart dropped the price of the Mario Kart 8 Nintendo Switch OLED bundle down to $299 during last year's Black Friday. That was fantastic value for a console with a free game and 12 month Switch Online subscription.
UK: £339 at Currys (no Switch Online)
Nintendo Switch | Mario Kart 8 Deluxe | 12 months Nintendo Switch Online | $224.99 at Best Buy
The classic Nintendo Switch was also seeing bundle treatment at Best Buy, with the same Mario Kart 8 Deluxe and 12 month Nintendo Switch Online offer applied to the standard system. This brought it to an even cheaper price point than seen in the (now unavailable) Walmart sale just days before.
UK: £289 at Currys (no Switch Online)
Last year's Best Black Friday Nintendo Switch game deals
Super Mario RPG | $59.99 $31.99 at Woot
Save $20 - Super Mario RPG has been on sale for a long time leading up to last year's Black Friday, but I had never seen those numbers tick this close to $30 until November. Usual discounts get stuck at around $35 on this port, so Woot's savings were working particularly hard where last Black Friday was concerned.
UK: £38.50 at Amazon
Mario vs. Donkey Kong | $49.99 $39.99 at Woot
Save $10 - Woot had Mario vs Donkey Kong for its best price during last year's Black Friday sales, with a $10 discount on the original $49.99 MSRP. This was a smaller release (hence the cheaper starting price), but it was still excellent value at the time.
Price check: Amazon: $49.99 | Walmart: $49.94
UK: £39.99 £30.99 at Amazon
Mario Kart 8 Deluxe | $59.99 $37.99 at Woot
Save $22 - It might be one of the oldest Nintendo Switch games, but Mario Kart 8 Deluxe didn't see discounts like this every day. In fact, even during Black Friday 2024 it rarely saw a full sweep down to $39.99.
Price check: Walmart: $49.94 | Amazon: $49.93
UK: £49.99 £34.95 at Amazon
Sonic X Shadow Generations | $49.99 $29.99 at Amazon
Save $20 - Sonic X Shadow Generations was new to the shelves during last year's Black Friday, but Amazon dropped a $20 discount on the Nintendo Switch version during last year's sales. That was the first major discount I had seen on the platformer, which was excellent news for longtime fans of the series.
UK: £44.99 £29.99 at Amazon
Luigi's Mansion 3 | $59.99 $39.99 at Woot
Save $20 - Woot was getting in early with a $20 discount on Luigi's Mansion 3. I only typically tend to see Nintendo Switch games taking this token $20 discount during the main event, so this is a fantastic early offer during Black Friday 2024.
Price check: Amazon: $49.50 | Walmart: $49.50
UK: £49.99 £37.99 at Amazon
The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom | $59.95 $44.99 at Woot
Save $15 - Woot dropped a brand new record-low price on The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom during last year's Black Friday sales. During Black Friday it broke past the $45 barrier for the first time, making it one of the best deals at the time.
UK: £49.99 £39 at Amazon
Luigi's Mansion 2 HD | $59.99 $44.99 at Woot
Save $15 - The newer Luigi's Mansion 2 HD remake was down to a record-low price at Woot, thanks to a $15 discount. While it had seen a few savings just months before last year's Black Friday sales, this was still the year's best price.
UK: £49.99 £37.99 at Amazon
Mario & Luigi: Brothership | $59.99 $49.99 at Woot
Save $10 - Mario & Luigi: Brothership was still new to the shelves, but that didn't stop Woot including it in last year's Black Friday Nintendo Switch deals. The latest adventure was down to $49.99 - a record-low price and a $10 discount.
Price check: Walmart: $52.89 | Amazon: $56.99
UK: £49.99 £39.99 at Amazon
The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom | $69.99 $39.99 at Best Buy
Save $30 - I've seen Tears of the Kingdom drop to $50 before, and it's even made its way down to $45 in previous Black Friday Nintendo Switch deals. But until Black Friday 2024, I never saw it at just $39.99. This was a record-low price from Best Buy at the time, shaving $30 off one of the biggest games for the system.
UK: £59.99 £44.99 at Amazon
Last year's Best Black Friday Nintendo Switch accessory deals
Nintendo Switch Pro controller | $69.99 $49.99 at Best Buy
Save $20 - I rarely see discounts on the official Nintendo Switch Pro controller, but Best Buy dropped the $69.99 gamepad down to a record-low price over last year's Black Friday. A $20 discount left us at just $49.99 - a fantastic price for a piece of kit I still use every day.
UK: £49.95 at Amazon
Hori Split Pad Pro | $49.99 $38.99 at Walmart
Save $11 - The Hori Split Pad Pro was down to just $38.99 at Walmart - that was a pretty solid offer considering day to day sale prices tended to tap out at $42.99. You were saving $4 more than you usually would on this Joy-Con replacement.
UK: £44.99 £39.99 at Amazon

CRKD Nitro Deck+ clear white| $79.99 $59.99 at Amazon
Save $20 - This was it, folks: the best Joy-Con alternative for handheld gaming was going for a steal last Black Friday. It was one of the best Switch deals of the season, netting you 25% off RRP at a record low price.
UK: £79.99 £63.99 at Amazon

Turtle Beach Stealth 600 Gen 3 | $99.99 $84.99 at Best Buy
Save $15 - This is a newer 2024 release, which made the even smaller $15 discount impressive during last year's Black Friday sales. The Turtle Beach Stealth 600 Gen 3 is a fantastic wireless headset for the price and its 2.4GHz and Bluetooth connections make it perfect for both handheld and docked Switch play.
UK: £99.99 £82 at Amazon
Of course, we're also keeping you up to date across the world of gaming, so you'll find our expectations for all the best Black Friday PS5 deals and the best Black Friday gaming laptop deals as well. If you're after more Ninty swag, though, check out our guide to this year's Black Friday Pokemon card deals.
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Managing Editor of Hardware at 12DOVE, I originally landed in hardware at our sister site TechRadar before moving over to GamesRadar. In between, I've written for Tom’s Guide, Wireframe, The Indie Game Website and That Video Game Blog, covering everything from the PS5 launch to the Apple Pencil. Now, i'm focused on Nintendo Switch, gaming laptops (and the keyboards, headsets and mice that come with them), PS5, and trying to find the perfect projector.
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