Black Friday shoppers looking for Nintendo Switch 2 deals won't find the console itself on sale, but bundles are delivering the first meaningful discounts since the device launched earlier this year. The Mario Kart World bundle saves buyers $20 compared to purchasing separately, marking the only way to get Nintendo's latest hybrid console below its $449 retail price this holiday season.
Nintendo isn't playing the traditional Black Friday discount game with its newest console. The Switch 2, which launched earlier this year with backwards compatibility and improved Joy-Con 2 controllers, maintains its $449 price point across every major retailer from Amazon to Best Buy to GameStop. But savvy shoppers can still shave money off their purchase through carefully constructed bundles.
The standout deal comes from Walmart's Mario Kart World bundle at $500. Since Mario Kart World typically retails for $70, this represents a $20 savings - the only discount available on Nintendo's latest hardware this shopping season. It's a modest reduction, but significant given Nintendo's historically firm pricing on new console launches.
Retailers are being more aggressive with Switch 2 accessories, where the real Black Friday action is happening. The original Nintendo Switch Pro Controller has dropped from $70 to $41 at Walmart - a 41% discount that makes it an attractive option for gamers who already own the newer Pro Controller 2 or want a backup.
For audio enthusiasts, SteelSeries Arctis GameBuds are down to $150 from their usual $200 price. These gaming-focused earbuds include a slim USB-C adapter for low-latency wireless connection directly to the Switch 2, plus an app that lets users customize sound profiles specifically for different game types. The 25% discount makes them more competitive with traditional gaming headsets.
One crucial accessory getting overlooked is storage expansion. The Switch 2 requires new microSD Express cards, breaking compatibility with standard microSD cards used in the original Switch. PNY's 256GB microSD Express card is down to $56 from $60 - not a massive savings, but important for anyone planning to download multiple games digitally.
Protective accessories are seeing competitive pricing too. dropped to $8 from $10 on Amazon. While it barely fits in the official dock, it provides essential protection for portable gaming sessions.