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The Prime Day Nintendo Switch deals are preparing for a comeback this summer as the sales kick off from June 23 to June 26.
Just like last year, this summer's Prime Day isn't a day at all, but a four-day event where you can expect to grab savings on Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 games and accessories. If you're a bit confused as to the timing of this year's deals, you aren't imagining things. Bezos HQ has moved things ahead in 2026 to avoid clashing with the World Cup, which is sure to please footie and Ninty fans alike. Yet, just because the sales kick off a bit earlier, it doesn't mean you can't expect the same discounts on a wide range of Nintendo-compatible goodies.
Just be wary that if you're looking for a Nintendo Switch console this year, you may not find the exact deals you're after. Early savings on controllers, cases, and games are already starting to appear, but there likely won't be any big price cuts on the new Switch 2. The console is set to receive a price increase this September, and the new Choose Your Game bundle is likely to be all there is to find. The older Switch family of systems was subject to price hikes last year, which complicates things further. With that in mind, I recommend shifting your focus to games and accessories this summer instead, which is where you're bound to discover the best bargains.
Today's best Nintendo Switch deals
- Nintendo Switch 2: Choose your Game bundle from $499.99
- Storage: 40% off Samsung 256GB Micro SD Express Card
- Games: Switch 2 games from $13.23
- Cameras: 25% off Hori Switch 2 Piranha Plant camera
- Controllers: official PowerA Switch2 controllers starting from $49.99
UK:
- Nintendo Switch: 5% off Nintendo Switch OLED
- Nintendo Switch 2: starting at £395 on Amazon
- Storage: official Micro SD Express Card from £44.99
- Games: from £16.99 at Amazon
- Cameras: official Switch 2 camera from £35.99
- Controllers: record-low Switch 2 Pro controller deal
What to expect
Amazon Prime Day Nintendo Switch deals are arriving at a complicated time. This June, the Nintendo Switch 2 officially celebrates its very first anniversary, which is a huge milestone. With past console generations, this would be an occasion that would typically invite huge discounts to drive more people to make the next-gen leap, but that's very unlikely to be the case this year.
On May 8, 2026, Nintendo announced that "in light of changes in market conditions" the Nintendo Switch 2 will receive a price increase from $449.99 to $499.99 in the US, and €469.99 to €499.99 in Europe as of September 1 later this year. To appease anyone on the hunt for the new Ninty machine before then, Nintendo dropped a Choose Your Game bundle in the meantime, which combines the handheld and a digital code for a first-party Nintendo title for $499.99 (Amazon). It's currently available at US Amazon for the same price as the standalone console, and I suspect that it will remain the best value option throughout the entirety of this year's Prime Day summer savings.
The standalone handheld is still up on Amazon in both the US and UK, and could see a small drop in price as it's received many during its first year of existence. However, I wouldn't get my hopes up for anything more dramatic. If you want to stick with the last-gen Nintendo Switch to save more cash, the price hikes have complicated things once more. For example, the OLED Switch was $349.99 at launch, but it now retails for $399.99. If you want to make sure you're getting your money's worth, you're gonna want to grab it for as close to (or below) its original MSRP as possible, but it's in games and accessories where you're likely to find the best deals this summer.
Nintendo has been pretty generous with its first-party game discounts over the Switch 2's one-year lifespan. Before Prime Day has even kicked off, you can currently grab upcoming titles like Star Fox for just $49.94 (Amazon) instead of its full $59.99 MSRP. However, for the biggest price drops of Switch 2 games, you're best looking at third-party titles instead. Titles like Star Wars Outlaws have dropped as low as $28 at Amazon since the handheld's launch, and it and other game-key card releases are a safe bet to see record lows this Prime Day.
If you're going into the occasion hoping that older Switch games will see more impressive drops, I wouldn't go in expecting too much. You can normally find $10 off major first-party releases, like Super Mario Bros Wonder, and Luigi's Mansion 2 HD, which were $10 during the 2025 July Prime Day sale. Personally, I'd recommend using the sales event to grab any third-party games you're missing from your collection instead, as they're not only likely to be super cheap, but the console's recent Handheld Boost Mode update will ensure plenty of them run and look better on the Switch 2. Take, for example, Unicorn Overlord, which is $59.99 at full price. It's a prime fixture of any sales event, and as of typing these very words, it's down to $26.55 at Amazon, which is a bargain for the over 80+ hour RPG. It was a few dollars cheaper during last year's Black Friday sales, and it's likely to reach a similar record-low over Prime Day.
Before you start browsing any games you're itching to buy this June, do remember that the Switch 2 is backward compatible. That means you aren't just limited to Switch 2 titles, and you can grab pretty much anything on offer. Before you do, be aware that sometimes those Switch 2 Editions are not worthwhile. Sure, you'll get a shiny red Switch 2 box to add to your shelf, but it'll cost you more in the long run. For example, Super Mario Jamboree has its own Switch 2 edition with an MSRP of $79.99 / £64.95. However, grabbing the original Switch copy, and later the Switch 2 upgrade pack for $19.99 / £16.99 can be far cheaper.
What to expect from Amazon Prime Day Nintendo Switch accessory deals
Now that the Switch 2 has been out a year, this Prime Day is one to watch for Switch 2 accessories deals. Official Nintendo Switch accessories rarely drop in price, even when big sales events roll around. However, while June hasn't even started yet, Amazon UK has already dropped the price of the Switch 2 Pro Controller from £64.99 to £59.95 (Amazon), and the official Switch 2 camera from £49.99 to £35.99 (Amazon). Sure, those discounts are relatively small, but even those tiny price drops are a nice indication of things to come.
As always, it's third-party accessories where you'll find the biggest markdowns. If you're on the hunt for the best Nintendo Switch 2 case, I recommend keeping an eye on the Belkin Charging Case Pro in particular. The Charging Case Pro launched for $99.99 earlier this year, and as it's still relatively new, it's yet to see any discounts so far. Past iterations of the case, including the Belkin Charging Case and the Belkin Carrying Case, are a common sight during any sales events, big or small, so the Pro is destined to meet a similar fate.
Of course, any savings will still make the Charging Case Pro a big investment. With that in mind, sticking with the older Belkin Charging Case is a great idea. It's dropped to as low as $55.99 in the past, according to our CamelCamelCamel price tracker, and it's down to $59.99 as of typing before Prime Day has even begun. It doesn't include passthrough charging like the Pro model, but it's still decked out with a built-in 10000mAh power bank that will allow you to keep your Ninty handheld juiced up on the go.
Plenty of third-party brands have a plethora of accessories available to be picked up, many of which will boast the same decent discounts. JSAUX is one of the brands to watch this year, as I regularly spot cash off its tech like the Ergonomic Switch 2 Charging Grip day in and day out. Whenever there are Amazon sales afoot, you can bet on finding JSAUX goodies, and Prime Day is no different.
This year, I'd keep my eye on not just JSAUX's offerings, but accessories by Hori too. The brand is known for its officially licensed Switch 2 cases and bags, and I suspect that its Pokemon Switch 2 cases, like its Gengar and Mimikyu designs, are bound to be a fixture of this year's sales. No matter if you're in the market for a new Switch 2 controller, case, screen protector, or some storage in way of a microSD Express Card, this year will feature savings on the lot. And I'll be keeping an eye on all the best Prime Day Nintendo Switch deals as and when they happen.
FAQ
When do this year's Amazon Prime Day sales start?
Amazon announced that this year's spring Prime Day deals start from June 23 at 12:01 a.m. PDT through to June 26, 2026.
Do you need a Prime membership for Amazon Prime Day Nintendo Switch deals?
Amazon keeps its best deals back for its Prime members during its larger sales, so you will need a membership to shop the best Prime Day Nintendo Switch deals this summer. However, there are a few ways to get around this.
First up, we see plenty of other retailers looking to steal Amazon's thunder during this period, offering their own sales and price-matching the online giant at the same time. That means it's wise to keep an eye on Best Buy and Walmart in the US, and Currys, Very, and Argos in the UK – you could easily walk away with the same price as a Prime member.
For an easier life, though, we'd recommend looking into Amazon Prime free trials. Amazon regularly offers free trials of its service around its annual sales to drum up interest.
Want to know what else to expect? Be sure to check out our Prime Day PS5 deals and our Prime Day gaming deals for further examples on what consoles, games, and accessories could be discounted when Prime Day kicks off.
