Nintendo Switch Black Friday deals are live — here’s 31 deals I'd get now from $17

Nintendo Switch + Mario Kart bundle: $299 @ Walmart
One of my favorite Nintendo Switch bundle deals has made a return. Right now you can get a Nintendo Switch console bundled with a free copy of Mario Kart 8 Deluxe and a 12-month membership for Nintendo Switch Online. That means you can get started with one of the Switch's best games and enjoy full online functionality.

Nintendo Switch OLED + Mario Kart bundle: $349 @ Target
Want to play all the best Nintendo Switch games with a gorgeous OLED display? The Nintendo Switch OLED is the console for you. Right now you can get it bundled with a free copy of Mario Kart 8 and a 12-month membership for Nintendo Switch Online.

Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hope (Nintendo Switch): was $19 now $14 @ 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 best Nintendo Switch games you can play right now.
Price check: $19 @ Best Buy

Persona 5 Tactica: was $59 now $17 @ Amazon
The Phantom Thieves return once more in Persona 5 Tactica. This new spin-off from the beloved JRPG series adds a turned-based strategic twist to the formula, but while the battle system may be different, the loveable characters and jazzy-style Persona 5 is known for are still here in spades. Plus, there are a few new characters thrown into the mix to keep things plenty interesting.
Price check: $19 @ Best Buy

Assassin's Creed The Ezio Collection: was $39 now $19 @ Best Buy
Assassin's Creed Mirage may be taking the game back to its roots, but there's nothing like experiencing the best Assassin's Creed games for yourself — remastered into this trilogy collection. Take on the role of Ezio as he works to reclaim his family's honor and eventually rebuild the Assassin's Brotherhood in Renaissance Italy. This collection includes Assassin's Creed 2, Assassin's Creed Brotherhood and Assassin's Creed Revelations.

Cult of the Lamb: was $29 now $19 @ Amazon
Cult of the Lamb is a critically acclaimed roguelike that sees you venture into five distinctive regions to defeat powerful enemies and grow your following. In this kooky indie game, your ultimate goal is to build a powerful cult to repay a debt to the deity that saved your life, and the free Sins of the Flesh expansion adds even more content including fresh customization options, new progression systems and more weapons to aid you. Note: this deal is for a physical copy, but you can get a digital download for $24 at the Nintendo Store.

Samba De Amigo Party Central: was $39 now $19 @ Amazon
Get in the groove to a collection of 40 songs in Samba De Amigo Party Central. You need to shake your Joy-Con controllers to the beat to get the best score, whether you're playing alone, with a friend or with up to 20 players online. You can even customize your character with unlockable costumes and accessories.

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Arcade: Wrath of the Mutants: was $29 now $19 @ Amazon
TMNT: Wrath of the Mutants is an updated port of the 2017 arcade beat 'em up title. This version boasts new, never-before-seen stages to work through and additional bosses to take down as you work to save New York from the Foot Clan.

Lego 2K Drive: was $59 now $19 @ Amazon
Ever wanted to speed around a race track in a sports car built entirely of plastic-bricks? Lego 2K Drive brings that dream to life in a content-rich open-world racing experience. There's a Story mode, as well as individual cups, and you'll need to master drifting, boosting and power-ups if you want to claim a spot on the podium.

Fire Emblem Warriors Three Hopes: was $59 now $21 @ Woot
In Fire Emblem Warriors: Three Hopes, you'll experience an expansion of the storyline found in the popular Fire Emblem Three Houses game. However, Fire Emblem's usual strategic gameplay has been traded for fast paced hack-and-slash combat where you'll fight dozens of enemies at once. Our review deemed that this game is well suited both for fans of Three Houses and newcomers to the franchise.
Price check: $32 @ Best Buy

Paleo Pines: was $29 now $21 @ Amazon
Paleo Pines is a farming sim game with a twist — you get to raise your own dinosaurs. Addicting gameplay and cute graphics abound. It’s less complex than some other farming games on the market, but at this price, it’s a solid buy.

Sonic Origins Plus: was $39 now $24 @ Amazon
Sonic Origins Plus is a must-buy collection for long-time fans of Sega's Blue Blur. It packages together the first three Sonic games and Sonic CD with HD visuals, and new opening and ending animations for each title. However, this isn't just a collection for nostalgic fans, it's also a great way for younger gamers to get up to speed with the origins of the fastest hedgehog on Earth.

Cuphead: was $39 now $25 @ Amazon
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.

Assassin's Creed: The Rebel Collection: was $39 now $25 @ Amazon
Set sail in two award-winning Assassin's Creed adventures in The Rebel Collection. Bundling together Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag and Assassin's Creed: Rogue, become a pirate and an assassin hunter as you explore history, eliminate targets and get lost in two sizeable open worlds. This collection has been tailored for the Switch with touch-screen integration, and motion control aiming. And all single-player DLC is included.

Ni No Kuni Wrath of the White Witch: was $49 now $28 @ Amazon
Ni No Kuni: Wrath of the White Witch is a delightful game that combines the animation style of the legendary Studio Ghibli with the monster-hunting gameplay of Pokémon. You play a young boy named Oliver on an adventure to save a strange other world from sinister forces and recuse his mother in the process. It's easily one of the most charming games on Nintendo Switch.

Ori The Collection: was $49 now $29 @ Amazon
This bundle packs in Ori and the Blind Forest and its sequel Ori and the Will of the Wisps. These soulful platformers are utterly beautiful and also prove surprisingly challenging thanks to some Metroidvania gameplay twists. These two games were originally released on Xbox consoles and PC, but they feel right at home on the Nintendo Switch and arguably play best on the go.

Theatrhythm Final Bar Line: was $39 now $31 @ Amazon
This toe-tapping rhythm game on Switch will be hugely appealing to Final Fantasy fans. You'll assemble a party of your favorite Final Fantasy characters and keep the beat moving along with some of the franchise's most popular music. You can even take the battle online and try and beat your friends' scores.

Sea of Stars: was $39 now $34 @ Amazon
Sea of Stars is a beautiful game inspired by classic RPGs. Its gorgeous visuals, engaging combat and touching story make it a must-play for fans of the genre. It even won the title for Best Independant Game at the Game Awards in 2023.

Super Monkey Ball Banana Rumble: was $49 now $34 @ Amazon
Try your best to beat 200 fast-paced levels in Super Monkey Ball Banana Rumble. Each course is physics-based, meaning you'll need to roll, tilt, and turn your character with precision to make it through. You can play each level alone or with friends through local or online multiplayer, and there are even customization options to dress up your favorite monkey in style.

Luigi's Mansion: was $59 now $39 @ Woot
Luigi may be a little more quick to scare than his brother, but that doesn't stop him having a successful career as a ghost hunter. Luigi's Mansion 3 sees the tallest Mario brother set off to save his friends, catching ghosts and solving puzzles in the process — aided by the all-new Poltergust G-00 and his all-green doppelganger Gooigi.

New Super Mario Bros. U Deluxe: was $59 now $39 @ Woot
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 in price.
Price check: $48 @ Amazon

Mario vs. Donkey Kong: was $49 now $39 @ Woot
The beloved Game Boy Advance original has been reborn in this full remake of Mario vs. Donkey Kong on Nintendo Switch. The classic puzzle-solving gameplay and zany story have been left untouched, but vibrant new visuals bring Mario's quest to reclaim a collection of Mini-Mario toys from his primate rival to life in a whole new way.
Price check: $41 @ Amazon

Super Mario RPG: was $59 now $39 @ Walmart
A full remake of the original Super Mario RPG released in 1996 for the Super Nintendo Entertainment System (SNES), this role-playing game sees Mario, Bowser, Peach and some new friends embark on an adventure to repair a wish-granting star. With updated graphics, gameplay and new cinematics, Super Mario RPG has never looked (or played) this well, but the original game's charms have been carefully retained as well.

Super Mario Maker 2: was $59 now $39 @ Walmart
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.
Price check: $59 @ Best Buy

Kirby and the Forgotten Land: was $59 now $39 @ Woot
Kirby and the Forgotten Land takes the adorable pink puffball to mysterious new worlds in this 3D platforming adventure. At your disposal are multiple new copy abilities, as well as the new Mouthful Mode that lets you interact with objects in often strange and hilarious ways. In between levels you can relax in the charming Waddle Dee Town and play a selection of mini-games.
Price check: $52 @ Amazon | $59 @ Best Buy

Mega Man Battle Network Legacy Collection: was $59 now $40 @ Amazon
Two of Mega Man's best games have been remade in this collection for the Nintendo Switch. This duo of strategic role-playing game is a blast to play, plus they features great pixel visuals and music.

Batman Arkham Trilogy: was $59 now $41 @ Best Buy
Three of the best superhero games ever made come to the Nintendo Switch in the Batman Arkham Trilogy. This collection brings together Batman: Arkham Asylum, Batman: Arkham City and Batman: Arkham Knight alongside all the DLC released for all three games. That's a whole load of Bat-action in a single package. Just be aware that Arkham Knight has some performance issues on Nintendo Switch, but the other two games run well.

Master Detective Archives Rain Code: was $59 now $38 @ Amazon
Master Detective Archives: Rain Code is an adventure game focusing on a series of gruesome murders. Each murder case is represented as a mysterious labyrinth, in which you'll need to solve puzzles and use logic to defeat enemies. Master Detective is something of a spiritual successor to the Danganronpa series, and while it arguably doesn't reach the same heights as its predecessor, it's still worth checking out.
Price check: $47 @ Best Buy

Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door: was $59 now $51 @ Amazon
Updated graphics and some welcome quality-of-life improvements make Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door on Nintendo Switch the best way to experience this classic RPG. With plenty of humor and loads of abilities and upgrades to unlock, the colorful game is one of the most beloved Mario games in history, and it's never looked or played as well as it does in this Nintendo Switch remake.

Super Mario Bros. Wonder: was $59 now $52 @ Walmart
Mario's latest side-scrolling adventure is a wonderfully refreshing spin on the classic 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, Mario Wonder is a platforming marvel for the entire family and one of the very best Nintendo Switch games you can play now.