8 Nintendo Switch Exclusives Are 50% Off at Walmart
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– Walmart’s Black Friday sale offers 50% discounts on eight $60 Nintendo Switch games, including newly added titles like Luigi’s Mansion 3 and Kirby’s Return to Dream Land Deluxe.
– Multiple retailers have select first-party Switch games for $30, with Walmart and Target having exclusive stock on titles like The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom and Princess Peach: Showtime.
– Best Buy has discounted Amiibo figures, including The Legend of Zelda Amiibo for $10 each and Street Fighter 6 Amiibo for $15 each, with Amazon matching some Zelda Amiibo prices.
– Walmart also features Black Friday deals on five major Nintendo Switch 2 games from a third-party seller, with Kirby and the Forgotten Land and Super Mario Party Jamboree expected to sell out quickly.
– Three Switch games—Super Mario Odyssey, Splatoon 3, and Echoes of Wisdom—receive free Switch 2 updates that enhance performance and add features like HDR support.
Walmart has launched an impressive Black Friday promotion, offering eight major Nintendo Switch exclusive titles at a significant 50% discount. This sale includes popular games like Luigi’s Mansion 3 and Kirby’s Return to the Dream Land Deluxe, now available for just $30 each. While Amazon is matching the price for Luigi’s Mansion 3, Walmart stands out by having a broader selection of discounted exclusives in stock.
Several sought-after games are part of this limited-time offer. Retailers like Target and Walmart currently have The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom, Princess Peach: Showtime, and Donkey Kong Country Returns available for $30. Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door, though sold out at Target, can still be purchased at Walmart and Best Buy. Shoppers should note that Splatoon 3 is nearly out of stock everywhere except Walmart, making it a priority for anyone looking to complete their collection.
The Black Friday discounts extend beyond games to include collectible figures. Best Buy is offering substantial price cuts on Amiibo tied to the new console launch. The Legend of Zelda Amiibo are now priced at only $10 each, while Street Fighter 6 Amiibo have been reduced to $15. These represent the lowest prices seen since their initial release.
For those interested in the latest console games, Walmart is also featuring deals on five major Nintendo-published titles. These are sold through a third-party vendor but shipped by Walmart, with all items being brand-new US editions that qualify for the retailer’s extended holiday return policy. Kirby and the Forgotten Land and Super Mario Party Jamboree, both of which include exclusive content for the new hardware, are expected to sell out quickly. Additionally, Mario Kart World is available as part of a $499 console bundle currently in stock at multiple retailers.
The scope of the sale expanded beyond initial expectations. While only three games were originally slated for half-price discounts, Target further reduced the price of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom, Princess Peach: Showtime, and Donkey Kong Country Returns HD by an additional $10. Walmart subsequently added two more titles to the discount roster. Nintendo Switch Sports remains the sole exception among the featured games, maintaining its sale price of $30 without reaching the 50% off threshold.
The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom marks a significant milestone as the first series entry developed by Nintendo featuring Princess Zelda as the main protagonist. This top-down adventure successfully blends traditional Zelda elements with the creative freedom seen in Breath of the Wild and Tears of the Kingdom. Similarly, Princess Peach: Showtime gives the iconic character her first starring role in nearly two decades, offering a diverse gameplay experience that spans multiple genres including platforming and combat.
Although Nintendo isn’t providing direct discounts on games specifically for the new console, all nine discounted Switch titles remain fully compatible. Three of these games, Super Mario Odyssey, Splatoon 3, and Echoes of Wisdom, receive free performance upgrades when played on the new hardware, with Mario Odyssey and Echoes of Wisdom featuring enhanced HDR support that makes them look remarkably improved.
For families seeking cooperative gaming experiences, Kirby’s Return to Dream Land Deluxe and Donkey Kong Country Returns HD represent excellent values at their current prices. Both are refined remasters of classic Wii titles, with Kirby offering a more accessible platforming experience while Donkey Kong Country retains the forgiving Modern Mode from its 3DS version. Nintendo Switch Sports continues the legacy of Wii Sports as an ideal choice for family entertainment, while Luigi’s Mansion 3 provides engaging local multiplayer minigames alongside its compelling single-player campaign.
The Amiibo discounts represent particularly good value for collectors. The four most recent Zelda Amiibo, which originally retailed for $30, have never been available at lower prices than their current $10 price point. Similarly, the Street Fighter 6 Amiibo have seen their most substantial price reduction yet, with Best Buy offering all three fighter figures for just $45 total, significantly less than their original individual launch prices. While Amazon is matching Best Buy’s Zelda Amiibo pricing, availability remains limited with only two of the four figures currently in stock.
(Source: Gamespot)
