Atari 50: The Anniversary Celebration for Nintendo Switch

The long-rumored successor to the Nintendo Switch has finally been officially announced, and it's scheduled to release this year. Details will come in a Nintendo Direct event on April 2 — for now, all we know is the general design has stayed the same, and it will be back-compatible with both physical and digital Switch games. What more do you need?

Nintendo Account holders in New York, Los Angeles, and Dallas can also register for hands-on events in April. Shop Now at Nintendo

Nintendo have finally announced the release date for the Switch 2 console — June 5, at $449.99. You can currently "register your interest" by signing into your Nintendo account and picking either the regular console edition, or a bundle with a download of Mario Kart World (for $499.99).

The console itself will feature a 7.9" screen with HDR10 and a 1080p resolution (undocked, up to 4K docked, with up to 120fps), enhanced Joy-Con controllers with mouse controls and magnetic attachment, GameChat via the new "C" button, and 256GB storage. Announced games include Mario Kart World, Donkey Bonanza, and The Duskbloods. It will also have back compatibility with select Switch games, with some games getting enhanced editions.

Nintendo Switch Online will also begin featuring select Gamecube games, including Luigi's Mansion, Soul Calibur II, Legend of Zelda: Wind Waker, and F-Zero GX. Buy Now at Nintendo

Trade in any console towards the purchase of a Nintendo Switch 2 at GameStop, and you'll get 20% extra credit. Just make sure you ask them not to staple the receipt to the front of the box. Shop Now at GameStop

Shop deals on multiple generations of consoles from Playstation, Xbox, and Nintendo or get a portable player from Lenovo, LG, or ASUS. We even found discounts on controllers, popular Nintendo video games, and a SEGA Genesis. Certified refurbished items are backed by a 2-year warranty from Allstate. Shop Now at eBay

Save on hundreds of titles and DLC. There also nearly 1000 demos to check out. Shop Now at Nintendo

The PlayStation 5 Slim 30th Anniversary Limited Edition Bundle is now available for preorder at even more retailers giving us even more chances at nabbing one in time for Christmas. Check out each of the links below (or whichever retailer suits you) and prepare for the frenzy.

PlayStation 5 Slim 30th Anniversary Limited Edition Bundle at Best Buy.

PlayStation 5 Slim 30th Anniversary Limited Edition Bundle at Target.

PlayStation 5 Slim 30th Anniversary Limited Edition Bundle at Walmart. Shop Now at Best Buy

There are hundred of deals on games for Nintendo, PlayStation, Xbox and more. We've pictured Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Games: Tokyo 2020 for Nintendo Switch for $29.99 (half off.) Orders of $35 or more ships for free. Buy Now at Target

Save on games from $8, accessories from $9, controllers from $13, and consoles from $324. Spend $35 for free shipping, or choose pickup to avoid the $6.99 shipping charge. Shop Now at Walmart

Shop this open-box section at Best Buy to get savings on Apple products including accessories, AirPods, iPads, Apple Watches, and more. My Best Buy members get it shipped for free. (It's free to sign up.) Shop Now at Best Buy

Save on grills from Kamado Joe, Weber, Traeger, Blackstone, and more. We've pictured the Kamado Joe Classic Joe II Charcoal Grill $1,320 ($880 off). Many of these items are available for pickup only, which varies by store. Shop Now at Best Buy

Best Buy is accepting trade-ins for this popular 2021 iPad. There's potential to save up to $160 if you have a recent release to trade in, but you can even save a substantial wad of cash if you trade in iPads older than this one. For example, if you have an 8th-generation iPad in good condition, you'll save as much as $110 on the purchase.

Want to use an iPad to stream your favorite shows and movies? Our guide to the Paramount Plus price in 2024 has the lowdown on what you'll pay for the streaming service and how you can save. Also check out our Peacock TV cost piece, which answers questions like "How much is Peacock Premium in 2024?" Buy Now at Best Buy

We found even better savings within the sale, with discounts as high as 80%, so it's worth taking a look at the categories (includes almost every category from the site) to see the deals. Availability of many of the items varies by location. We've pictured the Anker 12W 10,000mAh Power Bank for $21 ($9 off). Plus, My Best Buy members get free shipping. (It's free to join. Shipping is free for everyone over $35. Pickup may also be available.)  Shop Now at Best Buy

Nine popular titles are included - of which we've pictured Super Mario 3D World + Bowser's Fury for Nintendo Switch for $39.99 ($50 on Amazon today.) My Best Buy members get free shipping. (It's free to join. Shipping is free for everyone over $35. Pickup may also be available.) Shop Now at Best Buy

Get 13 games in 1 and relive the glory days for $20 off. Compete locally against friends to see who can get the best times or online to see if you're the best in the world. Power glove not included. Buy Now at Best Buy

Black Friday is a mere 16 days away at this point, and Nintendo is getting prepared! While we may not have too much information about exact discounts for specific titles, they have given us some ideas of what to expect so that you, dear readers, can get your shopping plan in order.

Starting November 24th, select local retailers — reportedly Best Buy, GameStop, Target, and Walmart — will be discounting Nintendo Switch titles up to $30 off. Discounts we specifically know about so far include:

• The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom dropping to $49.99 ($20 off).
• Super Mario Maker 2, Animal Crossing: New Horizons, Pikmin 4, Nintendo Switch Sports (physical editions), and Kirby and the Forgotten Lands all dropping to $39.99 (also $20 off).
• Super Mario Odyssey and Pikmin 1+2 dropping to $29.99 ($30 off and $20 off, respectively).

"But what about accessories?" we hear you asking. Well, we also know that the classic Neon Red and Neon Blue Joy-Con set and the Nintendo Switch Pro Controller will see a $20 discount, knocking the Joy-Cons to $59.99 and the Pro Controller to $49.99, and that the Nintendo Switch Carrying Case & Screen Protector - The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom Edition will drop $10 to $14.99 after savings, meaning you can game in style this season without breaking the bank.

As for consoles themselves... well, if you've been around the block a time or two with Nintendo Black Friday sales, you're going to see this next discount coming from a mile away! But to nobody's surprise, the Nintendo Switch Mario Kart 8 Deluxe Bundle will come in at $299.99 for the holiday, once again. This year, however, there's also a new Nintendo Switch OLED Mario Kart 8 Bundle, which will run you $349.99 — an $80 savings on both bundle versions (of note, both also include 12 months of Nintendo Switch Online membership).

More of a Switch Lite fan? You're in luck there too! The beautiful golden Nintendo Switch Lite: Hyrule Edition with Bonus Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack will bag a $40 savings as well, making it $209.99.

And last, but most certainly not least, Nintendo has some in-store events planned that you can enjoy this holiday season, should you want to experience some of their newer releases before making up your mind on which ones to purchase!

• November 16th and 17th, select Target stores will be hosting live demo days for Super Mario Party Jamboree.
• December 7th, select Best Buy stores participating in Best Buy Family Fun Day will have live demos of Mario & Luigi: Brothership, The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom, Super Mario Party Jamboree, Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, and Just Dance 2025 available to play.
• And on December 14th, select GameStop stores will have live demos of Mario & Luigi: Brothership, The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom, Super Mario Party Jamboree, Mario Kart 8 Deluxe and Just Dance 2025 available to check out.

However, if you're ready to make your purchases now and simply cannot wait to get your hands on all the fun goodies the world of gaming has to offer, check out our current early (and upcoming) Black Friday video game deals now. Shop Now at Nintendo

Shop a selection of Nintendo Switch games with prices starting at just $4.19. There are physical and digital titles available. Opt for pickup where you can if you want your items sooner; otherwise, My Best Buy members bag free shipping (and if you're not a member, it's free to sign up.) Pictured is Sonic Origins Plus for $24.99 (38% off). Shop Now at Best Buy