The cheapest Nintendo Switch bundle deals and prices in April 2020
Nintendo Switch deals are bust right now, with the US and UK experiencing an incredible shortage of stock on the flagship console. There are ways to still enjoy Nintendo’s catalog of titles, however.
The Nintendo Switch Lite has returned to retailer inventories across the UK this week, and you can even pick up some stunning bundle deals on top games, including Animal Crossing: New Horizons. Over in the US, however, things aren’t looking so rosy. You’d be hard pressed to find a Nintendo Switch or a Nintendo Switch Lite console on the other side of the pond right now, but we’re listing all the retailers you should be checking if you’re on the hunt.
We’re keeping a watchful eye on the situation, so be sure to bookmark this page as we’ll be updating it throughout the week if we get even a sniff of a Joy-Con hitting store shelves.
You’ll find it difficult to get your hands on a Nintendo Switch console right now, and while the Switch Lite is still very much available, if you’re looking for big-screen gaming there are some fantastic Xbox One and PS4 deals going right now.
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We’re listing all of the best Nintendo Switch sales right here and we’re always on the lookout for the best bundles with extra games, controllers and other accessories so we can share them with you while they’re hot. Scroll past the bundles on this page and we’ll show you prices on extra Joy-Con and Pro controllers and Nintendo Switch memory cards too. If you want to play online multiplayer and get other benefits like free games you’ll want to pick up a Nintendo Switch Online subscription deal. We also have a dedicated page of Nintendo Switch prices for our Australian readers.
The latest cheap Nintendo Switch deals
Want to know where to buy a Nintendo Switch? Check out our comparison charts and the latest bundle highlights with extra games and accessories below for the best deals. On its own, the MSRP/RRP Nintendo Switch price is $299 in the USA and £279 in the UK. At the moment, though, you may be paying a premium to get your hands on such an in-demand console.
Nintendo Switch bundles (USA)
You won’t find a Nintendo Switch or a Nintendo Switch Lite on sale in the US right now – the stock has been completely wiped out. We’re listing all the best places to check first below, and we’ll bring you the latest stock as it comes in, so be sure to bookmark this page.
- Newegg – recently price hiked, but previously strong stock levels
- B&H Photo – offering standard pricing right up until stock ran out, but backorders are on their way
- Adorama – stock temporarily unavailable at time of writing
- Kohl’s – one Nintendo Switch Lite bundle is currently available
Nintendo Switch Lite | $199 at Adorama
The Nintendo Switch Lite is your best bet for picking up a Nintendo console this week, with stock on the main console dwindling across the US and UK. Perfect for keeping everyone entertained, this model comes in a little cheaper but you won’t be able to dock it to the TV. You’ll find both the grey model and the turquoise version available at this price as well.
These consoles are now temporarily unavailable, wiping out the last of the stock. However, they’ll be back soon and we’ll have them right here as soon as they are.
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Nintendo Switch Pro Controller | $69.99 $59 at B&H
Save $10 on a more traditional controller feel than the Joy-Cons offer with the Pro Controller. With textured grips and wireless control, the Pro offers all the HD rumble and motion controls you’re looking for in a Nintendo Switch controller.
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Nintendo Switch bundles (UK)
Nintendo Switch Lite | £199 at Very
Very is now offering every Nintendo Switch Lite colour apart from the latest Coral pink version thanks to a recent stock replenishment. Not only that, but there are also plenty of bundle deals available, highlighted below. You’ll have to move fast, though, we expect these to slide out of stock pretty quickly if the past week is anything to go by.
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Nintendo Switch Lite | £199 at Nintendo
The Nintendo Switch Lite is still available at Nintendo for its £199 price tag, with all colours still available for shipping. With fast delivery and plenty of stock on offer, you can grab the console by itself quickly and easily with Nintendo.
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Nintendo Switch Lite | Animal Crossing New Horizons | £239.99 at Very
It’s finally here. This Nintendo Switch bundle offers a new console with the recently released Animal Crossing New Horizons title, for a discounted price when bought together. That’s a fantastic deal, and perfectly timed as stock starts to run dry on both items.
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Nintendo Switch Lite | Mario Kart 8 | £239.99 at Very
You’ll find more bundles available at Very this week, like this Mario Kart 8 option. Very currently has stock on this bundle deal in every colour, with free delivery available now.
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Nintendo Switch Lite | Luigi’s Mansion 3 | £239.99 at Very
Luigi’s Mansion 3 was released in October 2019 and soon propelled itself to a number of game awards and a solid place in the hearts of Switch fans. An excellent solo and multiplayer experience, this is a fantastic bundle deal saving you some cash on your Nintendo Switch Lite console with the game included.
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Nintendo Switch Lite | Pokemon Sword | £239.99 at Very
If you’re itching for some small critters to battle, Pokemon Sword is available in this Nintendo Switch bundle deal from Very. Head to the Galar region for a UK-based adventure as you hunt, trade, and battle Pokemon from across the open world.
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Edge magazine subscription deals start at just £15
Need help deciding what to play on your new Switch? Edge magazine has reviews and previews of all the latest games, as well as news and insight from across the industry. As one of the oldest and most trusted in the business, Edge has got you covered. Subscribe now from just £15.
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Nintendo Switch Lite
The Nintendo Switch Lite was recently released at just $199.99/£199.99. That’s $100/£80 less than the original Switch console. If you want to play games on the TV as well, you should go for the standard Nintendo Switch instead as the Lite is only playable in handheld mode.
The Nintendo Switch Lite comes in multiple colour options. You can pick one up now in turquoise, gray and yellow. There will also be a special edition Zacian & Zamazenta Edition released on November 8 to celebrate the release of Pokémon Sword and Shield. It doesn’t come with the game, but doesn’t cost anything extra either. If you want to learn more about the console and see prices for every individual color and bundle, check out our Nintendo Switch Lite prices and deals guide.
As with any new console we imagine you’re wanting to know a bit more about the console before you put any money down. So in addition to finding the best Nintendo Switch bundle deals, we’re going to help bring in answers to the burning questions.
How to buy the right Nintendo Switch
The updated version of the original Nintendo Switch is now being rolled out with an improved battery. That’s the only change, but prices are generally the same as the older model. The old version model number was HAC-001 and the box featured a lifestyle image with a hand grabbing the console. While the new model number is HAC-001(-01) and the box has an all-red background and no hand.
What are the Joy-Con controllers?
The Joy-Con controller is actually a pair of controllers that attach to the sides the the Nintendo Switch when not in use or when playing in tablet form away from the TV. When playing the Nintendo Switch on the TV, you can remove them and play with one in each hand. The left hand gets a controller with an analogue stick and d-pad, the right hand handles the one with a second analogue and the usual A, B, X and Y face buttons. Or you and a friend can use one each in multiplayer games with the d-pad doubling up as impromptu face buttons.
You get a pair with the console, but you might want to buy more to allow extra players to get involved in games like Mario Kart 8, FIFA 19 and many more. Or maybe you just fancy some different colors for your own use.
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What’s the Joy-Con Grip controller?
The Joy-Con Grip is an additional accessory that joins the two Joy-Con controllers together, forming something something a bit more solid for you to hold thanks to the extended handles and plastic block between the two sides. The square dimension form-factor may remind older gamers of the Dreamcast controller, while everyone else will mainly be thinking how it resembles an odd-looking dog face. Nintendo is providing one in the box with the Nintendo Switch, so you won’t have to buy one separately. This won’t charge your controller though and doesn’t have a battery pack.
Nintendo Switch Pro controller deals
You won’t actually need a Nintendo Switch Pro controller to play any games, so don’t feel pressured in to buying one. The Nintendo Switch Pro controller is a more traditional-style pad and launched alongside the Nintendo Switch. Prices aren’t cheap though, starting around $69.99/£64.99. There’s no sign of a Nintendo Switch Premium Edition console with one included either.
Possibly not! Remember how the Joy-Con controller splits in two? Turn them sideways and you get two basic controllers, each with their own analogue stick and face buttons – the d-pad acts as face functions on the left controller. We’ve seen 2K’s NBA series, Snipper Clips, FIFA 19, and Mario Kart being used this way for local multiplayer in both docked and tablet modes. So you get multiplayer functionality straight out of the box with no additional purchase required.
However, if you want to play four-player games, then you’re going to need to invest in an extra pair of Joy-Con controllers or some Pro controllers. We’d buy the Joy-Cons as a pair (see our comparison chart above) as you’ll save a bit of cash over buying them separately. Better yet, if your friends own a Switch, ask them to bring their controllers to the party!
Super Mario Odyssey deals
This has been one of the best games on the Nintendo Switch so far and an absolute must for Mario and platforming fans. Like Zelda below though, this being a first-party Nintendo title, it’s taking forever to go down in price. It’s slowly happening though, so we’ve rounded up the cheapest Super Mario Odyssey prices for you below. If you’re not getting this game in a bundle, we’d strongly advise picking it up separately as soon as possible.
The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild deals
The reviews have heaped huge praise upon this eagerly awaited launch title, making it an essential purchase for any Nintendo Switch buyer. As with any new console, the prices of the big games can be more expensive than usual. We’ve shopped around for you though and have found the best prices for The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild on the Nintendo Switch. Take a look below.
Nintendo Switch Micro SD memory card deals
With only 32GB of internal storage, you’ll be wanting to pick up a cheap memory card or two for your new Nintendo Switch for any digital purchases or the inevitable game-fixing patches. Don’t fret though, they’re actually surprisingly cheap, with even 64GB ones coming in at under £20/$25.
What memory cards does the Nintendo Switch need? Those will be Micro SD cards also known as, depending on their size, as MicroSDHC (up to 32GB) or MicroSDXC (up to a huge 2TB soon). Nintendo also has their own branded cards, but you’ll be paying more just for a label. So for now, we’d take a look at this range of cheap MicroSDXC Nintendo Switch-friendly cards.
Nintendo Switch deals are bust right now, with the US and UK experiencing an incredible shortage of stock on the flagship console. There are ways to still enjoy Nintendo’s catalog of titles, however. The Nintendo Switch Lite has returned to retailer inventories across the UK this week, and you can…
