Save $60 on the Nintendo Switch 2 Mario Kart Bundle with Import Model
▼ Summary
– AliExpress offers a discounted Nintendo Switch 2 Mario Kart World bundle for $442.72 with a coupon code, shipping free from the US.
– The console is a region-unlocked Hong Kong import with English language support and includes a US adapter, but lacks a US warranty.
– The included Mario Kart World game voucher is region-locked and requires a Hong Kong Nintendo account to redeem before switching back to a US account.
– The Switch 2 is backwards compatible with original Switch games and accessories, though new controllers offer enhanced functionality.
– Three major Switch 2 games have been released, including Mario Kart World, Donkey Kong Bananza (rated 10/10), and Pokemon Legends: Z-A, with Kirby Air Riders coming November 20.
For gamers seeking a budget-friendly entry into the latest Nintendo ecosystem, a significant discount is currently available on the Nintendo Switch 2 Mario Kart bundle. An import model being sold on AliExpress presents an opportunity to purchase the console bundle for just $442.72, a substantial saving from its typical $500 price tag. This is achieved by applying the coupon code “AEUS100” at checkout, which knocks $100 off the total. The package ships for free from within the United States, ensuring you avoid import tariffs and lengthy international shipping delays.
It is important to understand that this particular console is a Hong Kong import. While all international Switch 2 units are region-free and will function perfectly in the US without any modifications, this model does come with a couple of considerations. You can easily set the system language to English. The package includes a Hong Kong-style power plug, but a US adapter is provided for convenience. The primary trade-off for the lower price is the warranty; these imported consoles are not covered by a US-based Nintendo warranty. However, AliExpress does provide a buyer protection policy with a 90-day free return window, offering some peace of mind.
The bundle includes a brand new, genuine console and the Mario Kart World game. There is a crucial detail regarding the game: although the Switch 2 hardware is region-unlocked, the download voucher for Mario Kart World is region-locked to Hong Kong. To redeem it on a US Nintendo account, you will need to temporarily change your account’s region to Hong Kong, or create a separate Hong Kong account. After downloading the game, you can switch your primary account back to the United States.
Released on June 5th, the Switch 2 offers full backward compatibility with nearly all original Switch games and accessories like Joy-Cons and the Pro Controller. The new controllers for the system, however, do introduce additional functionality. In his review, Tom Marks described the Switch 2 as a vital but unexciting upgrade to a console he already loves.
Three major first-party titles have launched for the system. Mario Kart World, which sells separately for $79, was reviewed by Logan Plant, who noted its excellent multiplayer racing and thrilling new Knockout Tour mode. Donkey Kong Bananza earned a rare 10/10 Masterpiece rating, with Plant calling it a brilliant successor to Super Mario Odyssey. The third major release, Pokemon Legends: Z-A, is also available on the original Switch but is clearly optimized for the newer hardware. Rebekah Valentine praised its fun setting, well-written story, and a complete battle system overhaul that works surprisingly well.
Looking ahead, Kirby Air Riders is scheduled for release on November 20th and is available for pre-order on the Nintendo eShop for $69.99. Developed by Sora Ltd. and Bandai Namco, the teams behind the Super Smash Bros. series, this title promises significant graphical and gameplay enhancements over the 2003 GameCube original. Updates include an expanded character roster with Kirby, Meta Knight, and King Dedede, more abilities, and additional copy moves.
(Source: IGN)
