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Nintendo may be infamous for their reluctance to provide deals to gamers, but this year things are different. There seems to be a new Switch console on the horizon, but who knows when that will arrive or how much it will cost? Currently, players can choose between three Switch consoles: the original Switch, the OLED Switch, and the Switch Lite.
Playing on the Switch means gaining access to an entire library of Mario content, along with other exclusives such as The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, Bayonetta 3, Kirby and the Forgotten Land, and many more! There are already tons of games on sale for Black Friday, but does that mean players will get extra incentives to buy a Switch on Black Friday?
What Nintendo Switch Bundles Are Available on Black Friday?
Nintendo prepared for Black Friday by making a new Switch bundle available at an unbeatable price: the Mario Kart 8 + 3 Mo. Nintendo Switch Online Membership is currently $300. Likewise, the new Super Smash Bros. Ultimate + 3 Month Nintendo Switch Online Membership Switch OLED bundle was just made available at reasonable $350. They also recently announced new Animal Crossing themed Switch Lite consoles, adding to the plethora of colors already available.
On top of these new console additions, players can still get their hands on the Animal Crossing: New Horizons Edition Switch, the Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom Edition OLED Switch, the Mario Red Edition OLED Switch, the Pokémon™ Scarlet & Violet Edition OLED, and the Splatoon 3 Special Edition OLED. There’s even a new joy-con bundle that includes a copy of Mario Party, which is perfect for family gatherings and other holiday events.
Should You Buy a Switch on Black Friday?
For many gamers, the short answer is yes. Players who are in the market for a Nintendo Switch should buy the Mario Kart 8 + 3 Mo. Nintendo Switch Online Membership bundle, as it’s listed at one of the lowest prices seen in recent memory. Even though it’s missing the newer OLED screen, the overall price is fair for the console itself, and doesn’t account for the $70 value of Mario Kart 8 Deluxe and a 3-month subscription to Nintendo Switch Online.
Other players who already own a Switch might still find buying a new Switch worthwhile, especially if their current one is damaged or tough to share in a busy household. Regardless of the reason, getting another Switch has rarely been as affordable as it is during Black Friday console deals.
Should You Upgrade to a Switch OLED During Black Friday Sales?
The Nintendo Switch OLED offers a much brighter screen than the original Switch, but the console does fall short in many ways. Most notably, the improvement in performance is too marginal to justify the raised price for a lot of gamers. However, there are other reasons to upgrade to an OLED model.
The OLED Switch console features a slightly bigger screen and the OLED technology makes it both brighter and more detailed. The dock is also a bit better than the original Switch, offering players a LAN port for more stable online gaming. Additionally, there are some limited editions of the Switch that are only available in the OLED version of the console.
Overall, players who mostly play in handheld mode, often play competitive online games, or who want a special edition Switch should upgrade to the Switch OLED model during Black Friday.
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Nintendo Switch OLED – Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Bundle
This Nintendo Switch console bundle brings together Nintendo’s flagship system and one of the most successful Nintendo fighting games ever: Super Smash Bros. Ultimate. The bundle also comes with a 3-month membership to Nintendo Switch Online, which allows players to fight online against other players around the globe.
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Nintendo Switch OLED Model Mario Red Edition
Players can now warp into a world of games in style with the Nintendo Switch – OLED Model: Mario Red Edition console. This limited-edition system features a Switch system, dock, and Joy-Con controllers all in the iconic Mario Red color. A silhouette design of Mario jumps into action on the back of the dock. There are also some hidden coins on display!
Should You Buy a Switch Lite on Black Friday?
The Switch Lite is Nintendo’s budget option, though it makes significant sacrifices in order to be so affordable. The biggest differences between the Switch Lite and the original system is the fact that the Switch Lite can’t be connected to a TV and the lack of detachable joy-cons.
However, gamers who play in handheld mode most or all of the time, won’t really care about these changes and will appreciate the cheaper price. Black Friday 2023 brings with it two new, special edition Switch Lite consoles. The Animal Crossing Aloha editions come in pink and blue, themed after Isabelle and the twin Raccoons Timmy and Tommy. Featuring a simple yet cute leaf pattern across the back, these consoles come bundled with a copy of Animal Crossing: New Horizons, making them a great gift for gamers who haven’t yet had the chance to create their dream island alongside adorable neighbors.
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Animal Crossing: New Horizons Bundle – Timmy & Tommy’s Aloha Edition Switch Lite
This exclusive Switch Lite console features cute designs perfect for any Animal Crossing fan. The system has a cool, turquoise finish with simple and stylish leaf motifs across the back. The more compact system comes with a free copy of Animal Crossing: New Horizons included too!
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Animal Crossing New Horizons Bundle – Isabelle’s Aloha Edition Switch Lite
This exclusive Switch Lite console features cute designs perfect for any Animal Crossing fan. The system has a soft, coral-pink finish with simple and stylish leaf motifs across the back. The more compact system comes with a free copy of Animal Crossing: New Horizons included too!
What is The Best Black Friday Switch Deal?
The best Black Friday deal for the Nintendo Switch is definitely the new Mario Kart 8 + 3 Mo. Nintendo Switch Online Membership bundle, which is available for just $300. The Switch console is normally $300 anyway, but this bundle throws in one of the best games for the system and includes access to online competitive play for three months. It’s been a while since such good deals have been offered by Nintendo, but clearly 2023 is the time for fans to save on some of their favorite Switch consoles and exclusive titles.
Nintendo Switch – Mario Kart 8 Deluxe Bundle
This Nintendo Switch console bundle brings together Nintendo’s flagship system and one of the most popular racing games on the planet: Mario Kart 8 Deluxe. Additionally, the bundle includes a 3-month membership to Nintendo Switch Online, which allows players to game online against other players around the globe.
Players can game on a large TV or in handheld mode with this versatile gaming system. Nintendo’s famously exclusive franchises, such as the Legend of Zelda, Kirby, and Mario games are all available to play with the Switch!
