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Selling on Nintendo Switch, games, controllers and more

When it comes to researching the retail landscape, we Yahoo editors are seasoned professionals and/or world-weary drones. The thing is, we’ve seen more than our share of Black Friday deals, so it takes a lot to actually make us sit up and take notice. But damn if Nintendo’s Black Friday sales haven’t given us a jolt of real excitement.

Right now you can get some epic discounts, like $75 off the Nintendo Switch Mario Kart 8 Deluxe bundles, 43% off legendary The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild and 40% discount on hot off the press Sonic X Shadow Generations game — perfect timing for the upcoming movie hype.

Whether you’re shopping for the gamer in your life or want to join in on the fun yourself, these deals are here to take your holiday gift giving to the next level. So grab your shopping cart (and your wallet) because these prizes won’t wait.

Nintendo Black Friday deals

Amazon

Want the Ferrari of Switch consoles? You got it! This is undeniably the best looking Switch console you can buy – and it’s a whopping $75 off. The color and clarity of the OLED screen are unparalleled, and gamers will enjoy excellent sound and a handy built-in kickstand that makes gaming on the go that much cooler.

$275 at Best Buy

Goal

Okay, maybe you don’t need a Ferrari. How about a Lexus? This is the Switch that started it all and made the gaming system a must-have in any home with kids (and grown-up kids). Packed with value right out of the box, this bundle includes two controllers, one console, a full download of the Mario kart 8 deluxe game and an individual 12-month membership download that lets you connect to a whole host of other games. While the console is great for on-the-go use, this device can also be connected to your TV for a family game night.

$225 at Target

Nintendo

You know what? If you have a Nintendo Switch, we assume you do The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom. What are you saying there? You don’t? Well, we’re not here to judge you for not playing the unfathomably excellent sequel to Width of the wilderness and one of the top 10 most popular Switch games of all time. We are not paid to judge. But we do get paid to tell you when there’s a great deal you’re missing – and this is one of them. Right now you can score this game through the iconic The Legend of Zelda series with more than 40% discount.

$40 at Target

Amazon

How does it sound to get 50% off a game with two legendary characters? This is one of the best gaming deals we’ve seen this year. This Olympic-themed title brings Mario and Sonic together, allowing you to play as characters from both iconic universes. Compete in sports such as skateboarding, karate, boxing, athletics and more.

“Great game that all kids love and has quickly become a new go-to,” wrote a five-star reviewer. “Also entertaining for adults. Good for quick, quick mini-games or hours of family fun.”

$30 at Amazon

Goal

The Switches’ Joy-Con controllers are all well and good, but if you have longer gaming sessions, a professional controller is in order. This wireless option lets you play from anywhere in the room. Additional buttons and two joysticks provide a more comfortable playing experience.

$50 at Target

Goal

Do you have a gamer who is sporty? Or do you just want to burn some calories while playing with your Switch? This bundle takes you through six sports, including tennis, bowling and volleyball. The motion controllers in this bundle translate in-game movements, such as kicking, swinging, spiking and bowling, into real-world action. If being more active is on your New Year’s agenda, this kit will make you sweat and have fun at the same time.

$35 at Target

Walmart

Are your kids looking forward to the latest Sonic movie? We certainly are. Not only are we excited about the Keanu Reeves-voiced Shadow the Hedgehog, we’re also excited about the standoff between the two super-charged furballs. This is a bundle pack containing two campaigns: the light-hearted adventures of Sonic and the more dramatic adventures of Shadow.

$30 at Walmart

Amazon

If you prefer to download your games digitally rather than buying and storing physical games, do yourself a favor and invest in a microSD card. With this deal you get a pair of them, each with a generous amount of extra storage space. Thanks to these little green guys, you can avoid the message that there is little storage space.

“I got this for extra Switch space and it recognized it straight away,” one fan wrote. “No corruption on any files or issues.”

$20 at Amazon

Amazon

Link is one of those iconic characters in Nintendo history and The Legend of Zelda is a game that both experienced and casual gamers know well. Lighter and more soothing than the original, this version is easy to play on a day when you want to relax but don’t want to concentrate too intensely. The best way I can describe this game is ‘slow and steady’. In terms of price history, this is the lowest ever!

“As a long-time Zelda fan, I’m excited to be able to play this with my 7 year old,” one gamer wrote. “I also love that for the first time we can play as Zelda instead of Link.”

Save $5 | Lowest price ever

$50 at Amazon

Amazon

It goes without saying that Super Mario games are among Nintendo’s most popular, so finding these on sale is quite rare because demand is so high. If you’re a fan of the bold colors, vibrancy, and adventurous motifs in the Super Mario franchise, then this game is sure to become your next obsession.

“My niece’s friend brought it over to play and we all loved it,” wrote one reviewer. “Great fun to play as a family. The moment I saw it on sale on Amazon I bought it, especially since Mario games rarely drop in price.”

$55 at Amazon

Best buy

This was the most popular game during the pandemic. It gave everyone an escape and a little joy while staying indoors. Now it is experiencing a resurgence with the colder months officially here. Create your own island, plant crops, fish, make friends and more with this adorable community-based game that feels like a warm hug. While this isn’t the most affordable it’s been all year, you can’t go wrong with this deal, especially considering this game is essentially infinite.

“Great game. Older people are better than wine!” wrote one impressed shopper. “It’s so much fun, so cute, adorable and there’s quite a bit to do.”

$40 at Best Buy

The reviews cited above reflect the most recent versions at the time of publication.

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