Nintendo finally announced its Black Friday and Cyber Monday 2025 deals, and for once, the notoriously discount-shy company is actually offering some legitimate savings. Starting November 23, select first-party Switch games will drop to $29.99, representing 50% off their regular prices. That might not sound revolutionary until you remember this is Nintendo, a company that keeps Mario Kart 8 Deluxe at full price seven years after launch.
The holiday offers run from November 23 through 29 at participating retailers including Amazon, Best Buy, Target, Walmart, and GameStop, with additional digital deals hitting the eShop from November 20 through December 3. But before you get too excited, Nintendo made it crystal clear that Switch 2 consoles and bundles are not included in any discounts. The deals focus exclusively on games, amiibo figures, and accessories.
What Games Are Actually On Sale
Nintendo broke the discounts into two tiers. The bigger savings hit games that launched earlier in the Switch lifecycle or received recent remasters. These titles drop to $29.99 from their regular $59.99 price tags, representing a full 50% discount.
Games hitting $29.99 include Super Mario Odyssey, one of the Switch’s best platformers from 2017 that rarely sees discounts despite being eight years old. Luigi’s Mansion 3, the charming ghost-hunting adventure from 2019, finally gets a meaningful price cut. Paper Mario The Thousand Year Door, the remake that launched earlier in 2025, joins the sale despite being less than a year old.
Splatoon 3 and Nintendo Switch Sports also drop to $29.99, giving multiplayer fans some options. Princess Peach Showtime, the recent theatrical adventure starring Mario’s most underutilized character, hits the same price point.
The most notable inclusions are the newest releases. The Legend of Zelda Echoes of Wisdom, which launched in September 2025, is already getting a 50% discount just two months after release. That’s unusual for Nintendo, especially for a Zelda game. Donkey Kong Country Returns HD, the remaster that arrived in 2024, and Kirby’s Return to Dream Land Deluxe from 2023 round out the $29.99 tier.
The Less Exciting Discounts
A second tier of games will be available for $39.99, down from $59.99. That’s still a 33% discount, but it’s not quite as compelling when you’re talking about saving $20 versus $30. These games weren’t specifically listed in Nintendo’s announcement, but based on typical Black Friday patterns, expect titles like Pikmin 4, Fire Emblem Engage, and other relatively recent releases to occupy this price bracket.
What won’t be discounted are the big Switch 2 exclusives. Mario Kart World, which retails for $79.99, stays at full price. Donkey Kong Bananza at $69.99 isn’t getting cheaper. If you were hoping to save money on Switch 2 games that only launched in the past year, you’re out of luck. Nintendo is reserving these deals for original Switch titles and games that work on both systems.
Beyond Game Discounts
Select amiibo figures will be $10 off during the sale period. This includes characters like Tulin, Yunobo, Riju, and Sidon from The Legend of Zelda series, as well as some Street Fighter 6 amiibo. For collectors who’ve been waiting on specific figures, Black Friday might finally be the time to complete your collection without paying full price.
Switch 2 owners get a particularly good deal on storage expansion. Samsung microSD Express cards, specifically the 256GB model designed for Switch 2, will be $20 off. Given that Switch 2 games are substantially larger than original Switch titles due to higher resolution assets, extra storage is practically mandatory. Getting that expansion at a discount makes the upgrade more palatable.
Nintendo’s physical stores in San Francisco and New York will feature holiday decorations, gift-with-purchase offers while supplies last, and an exclusive Winter Collection launching mid-November. This new merchandise line includes cozy clothing, accessories, and items featuring Nintendo characters and designs. If you’re near either location, it might be worth visiting for the exclusive shopping experience.
Special Events Worth Checking Out
On November 22, participating Costco locations will host demos of Mario Kart World and other Switch 2 titles. This gives potential buyers a chance to try the new hardware and games before committing to a purchase. Given that Switch 2 bundles and consoles won’t be discounted for Black Friday, these demos serve as Nintendo’s way of driving interest without actually lowering prices.
The eShop will run its own digital sale from November 20 through December 3. Nintendo hasn’t revealed which games will be included in the digital promotion, but historically the eShop Black Friday sales feature deeper discounts on older titles and indie games alongside the first-party offerings. Expect third-party publishers to offer their own deals during this period as well.
Why No Console Discounts
Nintendo confirmed there will be no price reductions on Switch 2 consoles or bundles during Black Friday. The Switch 2 launched in June 2025 at $629.99 CAD for the base console and $699.99 CAD for the Mario Kart World bundle. Those prices aren’t changing.
This isn’t surprising. Nintendo historically avoids console discounts, especially for hardware that launched less than a year ago. The Switch 2 is still in high demand and selling well at full price. Why would Nintendo leave money on the table by discounting hardware that people are already buying?
However, individual retailers might offer their own promotions. Best Buy, Walmart, and Target typically announce their Black Friday plans separately, and those sometimes include gift card bonuses or bundle deals that Nintendo doesn’t officially sanction but doesn’t prevent either. Keep an eye on retailer-specific announcements in the coming weeks if you’re hoping for any kind of console savings.
The Digital vs Physical Question
Both physical and digital versions of the discounted games will be on sale. Physical copies will be available at the retailers mentioned earlier starting November 23. Digital versions through the eShop start their sale period on November 20, giving digital-only players a few days head start.
For collectors or people who prefer having physical media, the retail sales are the way to go. For anyone who values convenience or has a digital-only Switch 2, the eShop deals work just as well. Either way, you’re paying the same discounted price.
How This Compares to Previous Years
Nintendo’s Black Friday discounts have been gradually improving over the years. In the early Switch era, Black Friday deals were minimal, often just 25% off on select titles. The company has slowly become more generous, with 33% and occasionally 50% discounts becoming more common.
The 2025 deals represent some of Nintendo’s best discounts to date, particularly the 50% markdowns on relatively recent releases like Zelda Echoes of Wisdom. Seeing a Zelda game at half price just two months after launch is genuinely unusual for Nintendo.
That said, these discounts still pale in comparison to what other publishers offer. PlayStation and Xbox routinely discount games by 60-75% during sales events. Third-party publishers on Steam regularly go even deeper. Nintendo remains conservative by industry standards, but for Nintendo, these are legitimate deals worth paying attention to.
FAQs
When do Nintendo’s Black Friday deals start?
Physical game sales at retailers begin November 23 and run through November 29, 2025. Digital eShop sales start November 20 and continue through December 3.
Which retailers are participating in Nintendo’s Black Friday sale?
Amazon, Best Buy, Target, Walmart, GameStop, and official Nintendo stores in San Francisco and New York will all carry the discounted games. Check with your preferred retailer for availability.
Will the Nintendo Switch 2 console be on sale?
No, Nintendo has confirmed there will be no discounts on Switch 2 consoles or bundles. The deals focus exclusively on games, amiibo, and accessories.
What games are $29.99 during Black Friday?
Super Mario Odyssey, Luigi’s Mansion 3, Paper Mario The Thousand Year Door, Splatoon 3, Princess Peach Showtime, The Legend of Zelda Echoes of Wisdom, Donkey Kong Country Returns HD, Kirby’s Return to Dream Land Deluxe, and Nintendo Switch Sports will all be $29.99.
Are Switch 2 exclusive games included in the sale?
No, major Switch 2 exclusives like Mario Kart World and Donkey Kong Bananza are not included in the Black Friday discounts. Only original Switch games and titles compatible with both systems are on sale.
Can I buy these games digitally on the eShop?
Yes, the same discounts apply to digital versions purchased through the Nintendo eShop. The digital sale runs from November 20 through December 3.
What amiibo are on sale?
Select amiibo figures including Tulin, Yunobo, Riju, and Sidon from The Legend of Zelda series, plus some Street Fighter 6 characters, will be $10 off regular prices.
Conclusion
Nintendo’s Black Friday 2025 deals aren’t going to blow anyone away with unprecedented generosity, but by Nintendo standards, these are solid discounts worth considering. Getting first-party games like Zelda and Mario titles at 50% off is about as good as it gets from this company.
If you’ve been waiting to pick up any of these games, Black Friday is your best opportunity. Nintendo games rarely get cheaper than this, and some of these titles like Super Mario Odyssey have been full price for nearly a decade. The fact that recent releases like Zelda Echoes of Wisdom are already included shows Nintendo is at least trying to be more consumer-friendly during the holiday shopping season.
The lack of console discounts is disappointing but expected. Switch 2 is still too new and in too much demand for Nintendo to start cutting prices. Individual retailers might offer bundle deals or gift card promotions, so it’s worth checking those announcements separately when they drop in the coming weeks.
For anyone building a Switch library or looking for holiday gifts, these deals provide a good opportunity to grab quality games at reasonable prices. Just remember that the physical sales don’t start until November 23, while digital buyers get early access starting November 20. Mark your calendars, make your list, and prepare to finally pick up those Nintendo games you’ve been putting off because they never go on sale. Because this is as good as it’s going to get.