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Tom's Guide
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Tom's Guide
Huge Nintendo Switch game sale from $9 ahead of Prime Day — 17 deals I'd shop now
In case you hadn't heard, the Nintendo Switch 2 is out now. Whether you're looking to get yourself set up with a big library of games, or need something to entertain yourself while you track Nintendo Switch 2 restocks, you're in luck with this massive selection of Nintendo Switch game deals I've found. Over at the Nintendo Store, you can get a ton of awesome digital deals on best selling titles. For example, right now you can get Resident Evil 4 for just $9 at Nintendo. This blood-pumping action horror game is still just as great as it was when it originally released all the way back in 2005. Plus, Amazon has Nintendo Switch game deals from $17. This includes one of our favorite Nintendo Switch titles, Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hope on sale for $17 at Amazon. Keep scrolling to see all my favorite Nintendo Switch game deals. Plus, check out our Amazon promo codes, and see the Stanley deals I'd shop from $19 at Amazon. The sequel to 2017's Mario + Rabbids Kingdom Battle, Sparks of Hope once again reunites the residents of the Mushroom Kingdom with the zany Rabbids. This time the unexpected allies are venturing into the stars for an intergalactic adventure. Offering colorful strategy combat, and plenty of planets to explore, Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hope is one of the most overlooked games on Nintendo Switch. Step into the plastic shoes of over 100 Marvel heroes in this family-friendly adventure. Play as the Avengers, the X-Men, Guardians of the Galaxy, Fantastic Four and more in an original comic-book-inspired tale. Plus, there are hundreds of items to collect in an open-world NYC hub area. Persona 5 Royal is part turn-based RPG and part high-school simulator. You play as a new student who has recently moved to Tokyo. Soon you discover the ability to transverse a strange alternate reality and form The Phantom Thieves in an effort to fix the corrupt society around you. Just be warned, Persona 5 Royal will consume all your free time once it gets its hooks in. Don't be fooled by Cuphead's family-friendly visuals, this action-platformer puts up a serious fight. Inspired by the classic cartoons of the 1930s, Cuphead is a devilishly difficulty but highly rewarding experience that pits you against a range of memorable bosses as well as run-in-gun levels. This Nintendo Switch version packs the Delicious Last Course expansion, which includes new bosses and a new playable character, Ms. Chalice. Mario Kart 8 Deluxe is one of the most popular Switch games available. Even years after its launch it continues to dominate the best-sellers chart. This means any form of discount is pretty rare, but you can currently save on this must-have family-friendly hit. And if you want even more courses, be sure to pick up the Booster Pack DLC that adds 48 new tracks including fan-favorite picks. This is one of the games that helped get many people through a tough couple of years, letting you jet off to an untamed island courtesy of business raccoon Tom Nook. It's up to you to bring civilization to that island, and turn into a villager's check: $52 @ Amazon MLB The Show is back with a new roster, game modes and more. Our MLB The Show 25 review mentioned that while there are some upgrades in tow, there probably isn't enough new content here to entice players who already have The Show 23 or 24. But if you haven't played in a couple of years, this version of the big-hitting baseball franchise is tons of fun. Join Mario and friends' biggest party yet in Super Mario Party Jamboree. With 110 mini games and seven boards, this party game is packed with content and is an excellent way to gather friends and family for a fast-paced, competitive multiplayer experience. Tired of catching Pokémon? Why not take pictures of them instead? In this game you'll need to explore beautifully detailed environments and snap pictures of Pokémon in their natural habitats. This isn't the longest Pokémon game you can buy, but there is decent replay value here if you want to strive to get the best possible shots of each creature. Ultimate by name, ultimate by nature. Super Smash Bros. Ultimate brings together every single fighter in the franchise's history for a showdown of epic proportions. This hugely popular party game is now on sale. This side-scrolling adventure is a wonderfully refreshing spin on the classic Mario formula. Venturing to the Flower Kingdom, you'll discover stage-altering Wonder Flowers which can warp levels, create new platforming challenges and even turn Mario into an elephant. Playable in up to four-player co-op, Super Mario Bros. Wonder is a platforming marvel for the entire family and one of the very best Nintendo Switch games you can play now. The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom is the highly-anticipated sequel to Breath of the Wild, and it doesn't disappoint. Step back into the world of Hyrule, and embark on Link's most perilous quest to date. You'll need to master new abilities such as Ultrahand and Fuse in order to unravel the mystery of what happened to Princess Zelda and defeat the sinister Ganondorf.
Economic Times
14-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Economic Times
Nintendo Switch 2 Restock: Is new console available at My Nintendo Store, Walmart, Target, GameStop, Best Buy, Amazon, Costco and Staples? Here's how to buy Switch 2 and price
AP A Nintendo store cashier places a Switch 2 in a bag for a customer at the Nintendo store in New York's Rockefeller Center, Thursday, June 5, 2025. (AP Photo/Richard Drew) The launch of the Nintendo Switch 2 has led to rapid sellouts across major retailers. While some stores briefly had stock, most online listings now show the consoles as unavailable. Some buyers are turning to Walmart, where third-party sellers are offering the device at inflated Switch 2 console launched at $449.99. The bundle with Mario Kart World was launched at $499.99. Costco had inventory on June 5. Target offered it online on June 6 but sold out fast. GameStop and Staples offer stock-check tools. However, most stores are now showing empty listings. To order from the My Nintendo Store, buyers need an active, paid Nintendo Switch Online account. Buyers can select the standalone console or the bundle and register their interest. Only those with a 12-month subscription and at least 50 gameplay hours can qualify. Successful users may receive email invites. Also Read: The Chosen Season 5: How to watch episodes for free on YouTube and The Chosen App? See release date, episode schedule in US and other regions Walmart began accepting preorders for Switch 2 on April 24. But actual stock has been limited. Users are advised to visit the product page regularly. The Nintendo Switch 2 and its Mario Kart World Bundle are currently listed on Walmart. However, these are not being sold by Walmart directly. The standard price for the bundle is $499. Currently, sellers like 'GAMES FOR US' have it listed at $749. These are third-party offers, not official restocks. On launch day, Target directed buyers to a queuing area. Tickets were handed out to limit the number of buyers. Consoles were then sold at the electronics counter. Target online listings are currently marked out of allowed midnight pickups for preorders. Some locations hosted launch events. Buyers could trade in older consoles and transfer data. Switch 2 accessories are also sold at GameStop. Online stock remains Buy hosted launch parties but now requires online ordering. Customers must log in, confirm their location, and complete checkout within 10 minutes if stock appears. Listings are mostly out of stock. Also Read: Rico Verhoeven Vs Artem Vakhitov: Here's Glory 100 Kickboxing event heavyweight title fight date, time, venue, how to watch and full fight card Amazon is not an official Nintendo retailer. Most listings are from resellers. Staples offered first-come, first-served sales from June 5. The bundle available is different from the standard one. Online stock is currently offered the Mario Kart bundle on June 5 to members. Orders were limited to one per member every seven days. Both items are now marked as sold out on the website. How can I buy the Switch 2 online if all stores are out of stock? Check the My Nintendo Store, GameStop and Walmart frequently. Stock may return briefly. Use online tools to check local availability. Why does Walmart show higher prices for Switch 2 bundles? The higher prices are from third-party sellers, not Walmart. These resellers list the items after official stock runs out.
The Star
11-06-2025
- Entertainment
- The Star
Nintendo Switch 2 smashes record as company's fastest-selling console
FILE PHOTO: A person in a Luigi hat plays on a Switch while waiting outside the Nintendo Store for the release of the Nintendo Switch 2 in New York City, U.S., June 4, 2025. REUTERS/Kylie Cooper/File Photo TOKYO (Reuters) -Japan's Nintendo said on Wednesday it had sold more than 3.5 million Switch 2 units in the first four days after its launch, making the console the company's fastest-selling gaming device to date. Last month, the Kyoto-based company forecast Switch 2 sales would reach 15 million during the current financial year ending next March. "Fans around the world are showing their enthusiasm for Nintendo Switch 2 as an upgraded way to play at home and on the go," Nintendo of America President and Chief Operating Officer Doug Bowser said in a statement. Nintendo has sold 152 million Switch devices since it was first launched in 2017, creating a games juggernaut with titles including "The Legend of Zelda" and COVID-19 pandemic breakout hit "Animal Crossing: New Horizons". The more powerful second-generation version, which went on sale on June 5, bears many similarities with its predecessor but offers a larger screen and improved graphics. It is sold with titles including "Mario Kart World". (Reporting by Chang-Ran Kim; Editing by Kate Mayberry)
Tom's Guide
19-05-2025
- Business
- Tom's Guide
Nintendo Switch 2 pre-orders live — latest restock updates and retailers to check ahead of launch day
1. Quick links2. Full pre-order listings3. U.K. pre-orders4. LIVE: Latest updates Nintendo Switch 2 pre-orders are currently proving to be particularly hard to find. In the U.S., the hybrid console was made available for pre-order last month and sold out in just minutes. Since then, there have been a few restocks at retailers such as Walmart and the Nintendo Store. But I'm still waiting for a large wave of inventory. Fortunately, GameStop has announced it will have extra consoles in time for Switch 2's launch on June 5. Plus, I'm closely watching every major retailer to bring you the latest stock updates this week. The situation has been a little better in the U.K. While Switch 2 pre-orders initially sold out, there have been plenty of restocks since, with some stock sticking around for multiple days. Though several retailers have opted to only make the console available in pricey bundles, which could explain why shoppers haven't been snapping up all the stock immediately. Nintendo Switch 2 is set to launch in both regions on June 5 and will retail for $449 / £395, or $499 / £429 bundled with a copy of Mario Kart World. If you're looking to lock in a pre-order in time for a summer of Switch 2 gaming, I'm using my years of stock tracking experience to bring you the latest restock news and updates. I've already secured my Nintendo Switch 2 pre-order, now I'm on hand to help you get yours. Nintendo Switch 2 pre-orders are live in the U.S. Pre-orders began in North America on April 24, and the hybrid console will officially release on June 5. My Nintendo Store sent out Switch 2 pre-order invites to selected Nintendo accounts on May 8. In the U.K., Nintendo also held an additional stock drop at the same time, but this required an active Nintendo Online account to participate. There's no word yet on whether the Nintendo Store U.S. will also have additional stock. Walmart's Switch 2 product page is live, and the mega retailer began taking pre-orders at midnight ET on April 24. Walmart is promising launch day delivery if you pre-order before 8 a.m. on June 4. Mario Kart Bundle: $499 @ Walmart Target's Nintendo Switch 2 pre-orders started April 24 at 12 a.m. ET. The retailer will be selling the console for its $449 MSRP. Mario Kart Bundle: $499 @ Target Antonline has launched its Nintendo Switch 2 listings pages, but isn't yet taking pre-orders of the console. The online retailer wasn't involved in the first drop of Switch 2 stock, but could be gearing up to take pre-orders soon. Mario Kart Bundle: $499 @ Antonline GameStop's Nintendo Switch 2 pre-order pages are live. Drops started April 24, but have since sold out. The console is available to pre-order both online and in-store. GameStop will also be holding midnight launch events for Nintendo Switch 2. Mario Kart Bundle: $499 @ GameStop Best Buy started taking Switch 2 pre-orders on April 24 at 12 a.m. ET. Additionally, Best Buy has announced that on June 5 (aka Switch 2 launch day), it will open stores at midnight for pre-order pickups. Mario Kart Bundle: $499 @ Best Buy Newegg's Nintendo Switch 2 pre-orders pages are currently live. However, Newegg hasn't specified a time when stock will be dropped. Mario Kart Bundle: $499 @ Newegg Sam's Club hasn't confirmed its pre-order details for Nintendo Switch 2. However, the retailer currently has a listing page for the Mario Kart World bundle, so it's one to watch right now. Amazon has yet to launch a Nintendo Switch 2 product page or confirm any pre-order information. It's still uncertain if or when it'll launch Switch 2 pre-orders. In the U.K., Amazon used an invitation system for its first wave of stock. The Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller is practically guaranteed to be the most in-demand Switch 2 accessory, and it packs a suitable upgrade over its predecessor adding a headphone jack, the new "C" button, and customizable back buttons. Additional retailers: Best Buy | GameStop Need an extra set of Joy-Con 2 controllers for multiplayer, or just because it's always nice to have a spare? You can pre-order an additional set of Joy-Con 2 at various retailers for $94. Additional retailers: Best Buy | GameStop One of Switch 2's new features is GameChat, and to get the most out of this new addition you'll need a Nintendo Switch 2 Camera to video chat with your friends online. Additional retailers: Best Buy | GameStop The official Nintendo Switch 2 Camera is pretty dull, but this licensed third-party one from Hori is anything but. It's modeled after the iconic Piranha Planet from the Super Mario series and offers all the same features, plus you can close the Piranha's head to give yourself some privacy as needed. Huge caveat: it's resolution maxes out at 480p, whereas the Nintendo camera is retailers: Best Buy You don't need the Switch Joy-Con 2 Wheel to enjoy games like Mario Kart World, but it'll sure make the experience much more fun. You can get a set of two for just £16. Additional retailers: Best Buy | GameStop It's not the most exciting Switch 2 accessory, but should you need a spare AC adapter for your Switch to you can get one for $34. It connects directly to the Switch 2 Switch 2 retailers: Best Buy | GameStop Take your Switch 2 on the road with the official Switch 2 All-In-One Carrying Case. It's big enough so you can carry the Switch 2, Nintendo Switch 2 dock, Joy-Con 2 controllers, various cables, and up to six game retailers: Best Buy | GameStop The Switch 2 comes with an increased storage capacity of up to 2TB. However, the Switch 2 is only compatible with microSD Express cards, which means you'll need new storage cards for your console. Additional retailers: Best Buy | GameStop Mario Kart World will launch on the same day as the Switch 2. This new entry will allow up to 24 drivers to take part in each race and you'll be able to drive anywhere on track. Nintendo also said gamers can expect new retailers: Best Buy | GameStop Donkey Kong Bananza will launch on July 17 and allow DK to smash his way through (and down into) the surrounding terrain. He can punch his way through mountains or head underground in search of collectibles. It's hands-down one of the Switch 2's biggest titles. Additional retailers: Best Buy | GameStop Street Fighter 6 1-2 Fighters Edition will features 26 characters and 20 stages. You'll fight your way to the top with all new content and game modes exclusive to Nintendo Switch 2 like Local Wireless One on One and Avatar retailers: GameStop An enhanced edition of Kirby and the Forgotten Land will make its way to the Switch 2. It'll feature everything we loved about the original as well as some improvements like better graphical fidelity, HDR support, and frame rate improvements. The ever-adorable Kirby gets a bump from 30fps to 60fps and you can enjoy 1080p gameplay in handheld mode or 1440p when retailers: GameStop The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom is being ported over to the Switch 2. It promises improved visuals and performance. It also brings support for Zelda Notes, a game-specific service found in the Nintendo Switch app that's exclusive to the Switch 2. It brings voice-assisted navigation, voice memories, and item sharing. Additional retailers: GameStop Nintendo Switch 2 pre-orders went live in the U.K. last month and quickly sold out. However, there have been several restocks since then, so it's worth checking retailers regularly for more opportunities to secure a Switch 2. I'm a Senior Entertainment Editor at Tom's Guide with more than five years of experience tracking pre-orders and restocks of the latest gaming consoles and limited-edition items. I'm putting all my expertise to good use to help you get yourself a Switch 2 pre-order, and ensure you don't miss out on this hotly anticipated Nintendo hardware.
CBS News
15-05-2025
- Business
- CBS News
Nintendo opens flagship store in San Francisco's Union Square
Video game giant Nintendo opened its newest flagship store Thursday in San Francisco's Union Square, as the area seeks to recover from multiple store closings. With Mario in the background, San Francisco Mayor Daniel Lurie joined Dog Bowser, the company's North American president for the ribbon cutting at the store located at 331 Powell Street. The Union Square store is the only the second one the company operates in the U.S., joining a store in Rockefeller Center in New York City. On the first floor, fans can find exclusive toys and merch of their favorite characters. Fans can also go downstairs to play new games along with the classics. "Union Square is just one of those iconic locations that has activity, that's unique to this space. And also, we think the throughput and the traffic in this area is perfect for what we're trying to do" P.J. Sadler, senior manager of Nintendo America told CBS News Bay Area. The opening of the Nintendo store is providing a boost to the area as several stores in and around Union Square have closed or announced plans to close. Last week, Saks Fifth Avenue closed its location at the corner of Post and Powell streets. Earlier this year, Bloomingdales in the San Francisco Centre closed its doors, leaving the struggling mall with no anchor stores. Due to the anticipated large crowds, Nintendo said reservations would be required to enter the San Francisco store through Sunday and during the Memorial Day weekend.
