Mario Day 2023 sees must-play Nintendo Switch games drop to lowest prices ever
The best Nintendo Switch games are on sale for Mario Day 2023
Mario Day is an annual celebration of the iconic mustached plumber, and for 2023 Nintendo and its retailer partners are pulling out all the stops by offering seriously big savings on several of the best Nintendo Switch games.
Officially taking place on Friday, March 10 (get it, Mar10), Mario Day will be bigger than ever this year. But you don’t need to wait until then to start scoring some excellent discounts on must-play Switch games. You can get ahead of the game by picking up some cheap Nintendo Switch titles right now including Mario Kart 8 Deluxe for $39 and Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hope for $29 both courtesy of Amazon.
Plus, if you’re looking to become part of the Switch family, there will be an exclusive Mario Day bundle available via the Nintendo Store (and select retailers) but this won't go live until the day itself. But if you already own a regular Switch, Nintendo Switch Lite or Nintendo Switch OLED now is the time to grow your games library thanks to these epic Mario Day 2023 deals.
We expect there will be additional promotional events over the next few days, as well as additional sales available over the weekend, but until then, these are the best Mario Day deals that are available right now.
The best Mario Day 2023 deals right now
Mario Kart Live Home Circuit: was $99 now $59 @ Amazon
Turn your home into a race in this AR game that offers you the chance to bring Mario Kart to life. Plot a course and then drive a real-life remote-controlled car around it. You'll see augmented effects on your Nintendo Switch display as well as rival racers to compete against. This unique Switch experience has dropped to just $59 just in time for Mario Day.
Mario Odyssey: was $59 now $39 @ Best Buy
Embark on a globe-trotting adventure with Mario and his new pal Cappy. Explore new worlds and collect Moons to power up your airship. You'll also need to master a whole new set of platforming moves, and unlock dozens of outfits to dress up Mario for his surrounding. Released in 2017, Mario Odyssey remains one of the best Nintendo Switch games ever made.
Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hope: was $59 now $29 @ 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 a delight.
Mario Kart 8 Deluxe: was $59 now $39 @ Amazon
Mario Kart 8 Deluxe is one of the most popular Switch games available, even almost six years after its launch it continues to dominate the best-sellers chart. This means any form of discount is pretty rare, but courtesy of Amazon you can currently save $20 on this must-have family-friendly hit just in time for Mario Day 2023.
New Super Mario Bros. U Deluxe: was $59 now $39 @ Amazon
Originally released on the Wii U, New Super Mario Bros. U Deluxe is a 2D side-scrolling adventure for the whole family. It packs the entire original base game and even includes the New Super Luigi U expansion pack. This must-play Mario title has dropped to just $39 at Amazon.
Yoshi's Crafted World: was $59 now $39 @ Amazon
Explored a papercraft world as Yoshi in this adorable platforming and puzzle adventure. A game primarily designed to for younger players, Yoshi's Crafted World is packed full of hidden collectables and vibrant costumes. It's one of the Switch's most visually charming games, and it's dropped to $39 at Amazon.
Super Mario 3D World + Bowser's Fury: was $59 now $39 @ Best Buy
Super Mario 3D World + Bowser's Fury packages together the original Wii U platformer with a brand new Mario experience, Bowser's Fury. It's a collection with dozens of hours of platforming fun, and right now it's just $39 at Best Buy.
Super Mario Maker 2: was $59 now $39 @ Best Buy
If you've ever wanted to construct your own Mario courses rather than just play them, Super Mario Maker 2 is the game for you. Play, create and share your courses with the world and dive into a full single-player story as well. With thousands of user created courses already available Super Mario Maker 2 offers a nearly endless supply of new content.
Super Smash Bros. Ultimate: was $59 now $49 @ Amazon
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. Naturally, the roster includes several fan-favorite Mario characters as well as stages set within the Mushroom Kingdom. This hugely popular party game is $10 off at Amazon.
Mario Golf Super Rush: was $59 now $39 @ Best Buy
Mario and pals are hitting the links once again in Mario Golf Super Rush. This time the big new addition is the speed golf mode, but there's also the expected suite of mode series fans have come to expect. There's also a full story mode that sees you attempt to become the best golfer in the Mushroom Kingdom.
Luigi's Mansion 3: was $59 now $49 @ Amazon
Mario's brother takes the spotlight in Luigi's Mansion 3. The game sees you explore a haunted hotel, as you seek to rescue Mario, Peach and Toad who have been captured by King Boo. You'll need to make use of your trusty Poltergust vacuum and slimy doppelgänger Gooigi in order to solve the hotel's many puzzles and discover its abundance of secrets.
Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild: was $59 now $39 @ Amazon
The best Nintendo Switch game for many players, even after all these years, and it's now just $39 at GameStop. Step into the boots of Link, because Hyrule needs saving once again. Ganon has done untold damage, and it's up to you to explore the open world and end the threat once and for all. Buy it now and by the time you're done its sequel Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom might be on sale.
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