The best early Black Friday Nintendo Switch deals in 2025: 20 of my favorite bargains so far
November is here and there's already deals to enjoy
Black Friday Nintendo Switch deals are in an interesting spot this year, as 2025 marks the first-ever event to occur since the launch of the Switch 2. With its backwards compatibility with plenty of games and accessories, this year's Nintendo Switch deals are more valuable than ever before.
And valuable they are, as Nintendo announced its upcoming Black Friday gaming deals plans will consist of games from Princess Peach Showtime to Luigi's Mansion 3 being dropped to $39.99 at select US retailers from November 23. Titles like Super Mario Odyssey and Paper Mario The Thousand-Year Door will be even cheaper, costing just $29.99 each when the deals start flowing. The latest Nintendo Switch 2 games have been left out of the equation, however, select Legend of Zelda and Street Fighter 6 amiibo will be $10 off. Meanwhile, Nintendo is planning on dropping $20 off its official Samsung microSD Express card on November 30.
You don't have to wait until Nintendo's official deals drop to find savings on games, accessories, and more. Retailers from Amazon, Best Buy, to Walmart are already full to the brim with early Switch savings, and I've included them, and a run-down of what to expect during the rest of this month, down below.
Today's best early deals
- Consoles: Switch 2 starting from $449
- Games: Switch 2 games starting from $61.99
- Controllers: Joy-Cons starting from $72
- Headsets: starting from $27.73
- Cases: starting from $13.99
- SD cards: Switch 2 SD cards starting from $59
UK:
- Consoles: Switch 2 starting from £409
- Games: Switch 2 game starting from £49.95
- Controllers: Joy-Cons starting from £54.95
- Headsets: starting from £14.95
- Cases: Switch 2 cases starting from £8.38
- SD cards: Switch 2 SD cards from £47.79
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Donkey Kong Bananza (Switch 2) | $69.99 $61.99 at Woot
Save $8 - Donkey Kong Bananza is barely a few months old, but already Woot has dropped $8 off the smashing platformer. This saving marks a record low for the game, making it one of the most a-peel-ing Switch 2 bargains I've found so far.
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Mario Kart World (Switch 2) | $79.99 $69.99 at Woot
Save $10 - The latest Mario Kart launched for $79.99 on the Switch 2, but it's now down to $69.99 thanks to Woot's early Black Friday savings. Just like DKB, this marks a record low for the kart racer and makes it another one of the best early deals I've found so far for new Switch 2 owners.
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The Legend of Zelda Tears of the Kingdom – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition | $79.99 $69.99 at Woot
Save $10 - If you missed out on the Breath of the Wild sequel, you can grab the Switch 2 Edition of Tears of the Kingdom for $10 less at Woot. This version comes with the upgrade pack included and all the new Switch 2 enhancements, including support via the Zelda Notes section of the Switch 2 app.
UK: £52.95 at Amazon
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Kirby and the Forgotten Land Switch 2 Edition + Star-Crossed World | $79.99 $69.99 at Woot
Save $10 - If you missed out on Kirby and the Forgotten Land on the original Switch, the Switch 2 Edition is now $10 off at Woot. Not only does this come with some next-gen enhancements, but it's also the only way to play the new Star-Crossed World DLC, which is included for its new discounted $69.99 early Black Friday deal price.
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Yakuza 0 Director's Cut (Switch 2) | $49.99 $32.95 at Amazon
Save $17 - If you don't mind adding a game-key card to your Switch 2 game collection, you can grab Yakuza 0 Director's Cut for just $32.95 today. This early Black Friday saving drops $17 off the Switch 2 version's full price, taking it down to a record low, which I can get behind, game-key card or otherwise.
UK: £36.21 at Amazon
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No Sleep For Kaname Date (Switch 2) | $49.99 $29.99 at Best Buy
Save $20 - If you're a big Somnium Files fan, you can grab the latest game in the series for just $29.99, saving you $20 off its full price. Sure, this is a game-key card, but it does come with two exclusive holographic stickers today, and it doesn't take a detective to figure out that's a great deal.
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Animal Crossing New Horizons | $59.99 $53.99 at Amazon
Save $6 - If the upcoming AC upgrade has you wanting to dive into New Horizons for the first time, the original Switch version is down to just $53.99 right now. You'll have to grab the Switch 2 upgrade separately on the eShop when it's ready, but at least you can put the $6 you're saving today towards just that.
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Luigi's Mansion 2 HD | $59.99 $53.20 at Amazon
Save $6.99 - The Switch 2 is also backwards compatible with games like Luigi's Mansion 2 HD, which is down to $53.20 at Amazon right now. The original game just got added to the NSO GameCube library, so this deal has appeared at the perfect time.
UK: £37.99 at Amazon
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Live A Live | $39.99 $34.99 at Amazon
Save $9 - If you're in the mood to play a classic RPG this November, you can grab Square Enix's Live A Live for just $30.99. Not only is this a great early Black Friday deal, but it marks the lowest ever I've spotted for the Switch game so far. And you'll be able to play it on your Switch 2, too!
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Pokemon Legends Arceus | $59.99 $54.99 at Amazon
Save $5 - If you aren't quite ready to grab Pokemon Legends Z-A, the previous game in the series is down to $54.99 at Best Buy today. A saving of $5 off its $59.99 MSRP isn't the biggest deal, but any cash off a game that tends to stick around full price is worth making a fuss about - especially during the early Black Friday deal drops.
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Nintendo Switch 2 Joy-Con 2 controllers | $99.99 $89.99 at Woot
Save $10 - If you want to grab a spare set of Switch 2 Joy-Con so you're sorted for some co-op Mario Kart World and Super Mario Party Jamboree action over the holidays, they're currently $10 at Amazon's Woot right now. $10 is a small saving, but it marks the new controller's lowest ever price so far, making it one of my favorite early Black Friday deals.
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Nintendo Switch Pro Controller | $79.99 $71.19 at Amazon
Save $8 - If you're after a more premium Switch controller, the original Pro controller is currently $8 off thanks to this month's early Black Friday deals. It doesn't have the new GameChat button for the Switch 2, but if you're sticking with the original Switch, this is as premium as you can get.
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SanDisk 256GB microSD Express Card | $67.99 $59.99 at Amazon
Save $8 - If you just grabbed a Switch 2 and need some extra storage, Amazon just dropped $8 off this compatible microSD Express card. Sure, it's the same price as the officially licensed SanDisk Switch 2 card with this deal, but this is a great alternative pick up if you don't want that Super Mario branding.
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Hello Kitty Sonix Carrying Case for Nintendo Switch 2 | $39.99 $17.99 at Amazon
Save $22 - If you're on the hunt for a super cute Switch 2 case, there's currently 55% off this official Sonix Hello Kitty & Friends case, which features space for your handheld and up to 20 physical games too.
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Razer Barruca X wireless headset | $99.99 $69 at Amazon
Save $30.99 - This headset used to top our best Nintendo Switch headset list, and even though it's since been knocked off the top spot, it's one of our team's favorites. Today it's just $69, which means you're saving just over $30 off one of our favorite cups that's decked out with Bluetooth and 2.4GHz wireless, a lightweight design, and a big 50-hour battery life, which is perfect for Switch 2 gaming on the go.
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SteelSeries Arctis Nova 3P Wireless - Aqua | $109.99 $84.99 at Woot
Save $25 - Exclusively at Woot, our new favorite Switch and Switch 2 compatible wireless headset is down to just $84.99. This cute Aqua pair of cups is one I'd recommend regardless if it was full price or not, thanks to its over 200+ game audio presets and great sound, so I'm naturally gonna make a fuss about it when its $25 off.
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Sidon The Legend of Zelda Series amiibo | $29.99 $19.99 at Best Buy
Save $10 - Deals on the latest Switch 2 waves of amiibo figures are a fixture of this month's early Black Friday sales, especially where the Tears of the Kingdom figures are concerned. Right now at Best Buy, you can grab $10 off the Sidon amiibo, dropping its $29.99 MSRP back down to its lowest ever price of $19.99.
UK: £16.99 at Nintendo UK
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Riju The Legend of Zelda Series amiibo | $29.99 $19.99 at Best Buy
Save $10 - If you aren't into Zoras, Best Buy has also knocked $10 off the stunning Ruji amiibo this November. Instead of her typical $29.99 MSRP, she's now just $19.99, a return to her lowest ever price so far - a shockingly good price for Legend of Zelda fans.
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Tulin The Legend of Zelda Series amiibo | $29.99 $19.99 at Best Buy
Save $10 - As the entire Switch 2 wave of Zelda amiibo are included in this month's early Black Friday sales, you can also grab the adorable Tulin for just $19.99. By adding the lovable Rito to your collection, you're saving $10 and grabbing it for its lowest ever price so far - what a bargain!
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Yunobo The Legend of Zelda Series amiibo | $29.99 $19.99 at Best Buy
Save $10 - Lastly, Yunobo is also down to just $19.99 at Best Buy as part of the retailer's early Black Friday deals. Like the rest of the Zelda amiibo, you'd be saving $10 by adding him to your collection. This deal is one for the Goron fans!
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) and right now if you don't want to miss out.
Where will the best Black Friday Nintendo Switch deals be?
If you're looking for the best Black Friday Nintendo Switch deals this November, 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 and Switch 2 controllers and accessories
Best Buy: savings on the latest Nintendo Switch bundles
Walmart: money off the latest Switch and Switch 2 game releases
Woot: record-low savings on first-party Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 games
UK Retailers:
Amazon: deals on the best Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 controllers and SD cards
Currys: discounts on the latest Nintendo Switch headsets and accessories
Very: price drops on Switch consoles and console bundles
What to expect from Black Friday Nintendo Switch deals in 2025
This year's Black Friday Nintendo Switch deals are shaping up to be an exciting time. The highly anticipated Nintendo Switch 2 has been out for a few months now, making this the very first Black Friday where you'll find savings on Switch 2 games, controllers, and other accessories.
The new Nintendo Switch 2 Pokemon Legends Z-A bundle just dropped, but I doubt this will mean we'll see any new bundles on Amazon, nor any discounts on them either. That being said, Nintendo could decide to drop debut discounts on first-party Switch 2 games like Donkey Kong Bananza and Mario Kart World to encourage those who recently got the new handheld to check out its other releases. They weren't included amongst the official announcement of Nintendo's upcoming Black Friday and holiday deal plans, but retailers like Amazon's Woot have rolled out record-low savings on Switch 2 game releases from early November onwards, which I hope we'll see continue in the absence of any official Nintendo discounts.
Even if the Switch 2 console 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, 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. The Switch is compatible with older 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 for your new Ninty device.
With SD cards getting cheaper every year, this Black Friday will also be a great time to pick up some extra storage. The existing Nintendo Switch 2 microSD Express Cards are still relatively new, and so I don't expect we'll see any huge savings on the Switch 2 cards. However, even the smallest of discounts will go a long way in making them more accessible and budget-friendly. On November 11, Nintendo announced that it will be dropping $20 off the 256GB Samsung microSD Express card on November 30, which should help make the extra Switch 2 storage more accessible.
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 standing to stretch the value of your current handheld.
Overall, this year's Black Friday Nintendo Switch deals mostly revolve around the existence of the Switch 2, and the hope that its existence this year will significantly drop the prices of older games and tech. Hopefully, we'll see at least some cash off the console itself, but regardless, we're bound to have another year of record-low discounts for current Switch games, accessories, and hopefully on Lite and OLED models of the handheld itself too, to help fight back against the recent wave of price increases.
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 GamesRadar+, 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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