Nintendo Switch Gets Big Discount
For any gamers in the market for a new Nintendo Switch, now would be the best time to invest in the hybrid console. Today, various online retailers such as Amazon and GameStop are stocking the base Nintendo Switch console at the historically low price of $259.99.
Five years into the console’s lifespan and the Nintendo Switch is still going strong, thanks to high sales numbers, and a library of Switch exclusives lauded as some of the best games Nintendo has ever published. In 2021 the Nintendo Switch sold more units in Japan than all other consoles combined and was also the best-selling console in the UK. Nintendo’s continued success with its hybrid console comes as no surprise due to various hardware refreshes like the more affordable Switch Lite and premium OLED model, giving players new ways to enjoy their favorite games.
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After today’s Indie World Showcase, the Nintendo Switch has received a $40 discount across Amazon, GameStop, and Walmart, at a new price of $259.99. Nintendo historically doesn't budge when it comes to dropping the price of its consoles, making today’s discount a rarity and one that players should not pass up. Fans should note that the discounted price is only for the base Nintendo Switch with red and blue Joy-Cons. The Switch Lite and OLED models are still priced at $199.99 and $349.99, respectively.
The base Switch model features a 720p screen along with 32GB of storage and a microSD bay for storage expansion, which should be very useful to players. While the standard model doesn’t have the lightweight portability of the Switch Lite or the vibrant display of the Switch OLED model, it's still a highly capable console that delivers a great
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