Top Places to Purchase a Nintendo Switch Before the Holidays

It’s no surprise that the Switch bundles were a hot commodity over Black Friday. Surprisingly, these bundles have maintained stock at a few retailers unlike previous years, making December a great time to purchase a Nintendo Switch for yourself or as a gift.

In its seventh year on the market, the Switch continues to receive impressive first-party support with titles like Super Mario Bros. Wonder and The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom. So if you’re in the market for a new console, picking up the Nintendo Switch will give you access to plenty of new games to play right now. For more Switch deal updates, make sure to follow @IGNDeals on Twitter/X.

Where to Buy a Nintendo Switch OLED

The Nintendo Switch OLED is a premium model that offers a larger OLED display and comes with a copy of Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, a themed Joy-Con, and a three-month code for Nintendo Switch Online all for $349. This is a great deal and perfect as a Nintendo gift as well.

Where to Buy a Nintendo Switch

If you’re not interested in the OLED model, there’s a great deal on the standard Nintendo Switch that includes a console, Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, and a three-month voucher for Nintendo Switch Online for just $299.

What to Look for in a Nintendo Switch

Will you Play in Portable or Docked?

Consider whether you’ll play in portable, docked, or both modes before purchasing a Switch model. The standard Nintendo Switch is the best option if you plan to use both modes, while the Nintendo Switch Lite is suitable if you won’t be playing on a TV. The Nintendo Switch OLED is a premium model perfect for those who tend to play more in Handheld mode than Docked mode.

Do You Want to Play with Friends?

If you want to play games locally with friends, avoid the Switch Lite and opt for the Switch or Switch OLED that support local multiplayer. For more Nintendo offers, check out our best Nintendo Switch deals roundup.

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