Wednesday, March 18, 2020

Deal Alert: Preorder Animal Crossing New Horizons, Get $10 Best Buy Rewards

The Nintendo Switch was the best selling console of 2019 and we're not surprised at all. The Switch was released nearly 3 years again and still no other console is able to match the Switch's versatility. In addition, the already stellar gaming library has been bolstered with several high quality games in 2019, including Pokemon Sword and Shield, Super Mario Maker 2, Link's Awakening, Ring Fit, and much more. With increased pressure from Sony and Microsoft, Nintendo is likely to be more aggressive with deals and promotions during 2020. Check here for all the best deals on Nintendo Switch consoles, accessories, and games.

Out Friday: Preorder Animal Crossing for Switch, Get $10 in Best Buy Credit

We've published our review of Animal Crossing: New Horizons and not suprisingly, this game is "Amazing". Best Buy has the best deal right now for preordering it... you get $10 back in Best Buy rewards. You'll need a MyBestBuy membership to get this free credit, but it's free to sign up. If you liked Stardew Valley, this one should be right up your alley.

Animal Crossing Aloha Edition Carrying Case & Screen Protector

This officially themed case came is out and available. A screen protector is also included.

Nintendo Switch Lite with Free Case for $195

The Switch Lite is $100 less than the Switch and can play almost all of the same games. It's also lighter and slimmer. The tradeoffs are a slightly smaller screen size, non-detachable controllers, and the fact that you can't use it in docked mode.

Preorder Nintendo Switch Lite: Coral Edition

The newest color in the Nintendo Switch Lite lineup is available for preorder. It's out on April 3. The Switch Lite is $100 less than the Switch and can play almost all of the same games.

The Best Memory Cards for Nintendo Switch

The Nintendo Switch comes preinstalled with only 32GB of storage. To put that in perspective, Breath of the Wild alone will take up 40% of your storage capacity. I'd recommend you get  at least a 128GB card if you want to store as many smaller digital titles as you want, and the larger 400GB card if you plan to download bigger titles.

SanDisk Ultra U1 Micro SDXC Card:

Samsung EVO Select  U3Micro SDXC Card:

Nintendo Switch Pro Controller for $59

The price of the Switch Pro hasn't changed since Black Friday, but this deal won't last forever. This is easily the best wireless controller for the Switch console (and quite possibly the best controller, period). Apart from the Joy-Cons, this is the only controller that supports rumble and amiibo NFC functionality. Definitely get this if you prefer the traditional gamepad layout or you use the Switch in docked mode often.

A Great Value Power Bank for the Nintendo Switch

This 30,000mAh power bank will work well with your Switch for these reasons:
  • It supports USB-PD (Power Delivery) charging up to 18W, equal to the official charger
  • Thanks to the full 18W of charging output, it can fully recharge a dead Switch in 3.5 hours
  • The Switch has a battery capacity of about 4500mAh, so you could fully charge it 6 times
  • USB-PD power banks can charge the Switch even while you're playing a game
The official 20,000mAh charger costs over 3X more.

More Nintendo Switch Video Game Deals:

HORI Nintendo Switch Fighting Stick Mini: Street Fighter II Edition for $53.96

This fight stick is officially licensed by both Nintendo and Capcom and features Cammy and Chun-Li artwork. It's great for games like Street Fighter: 30th Anniversary Collection, Dragon Ball FighterZ, Mortal Kombat 11, and more, but note that it won't work for Smash Bros.

20% Off SteelSeries Arctis 1 Wireless Headset (First Truly Wireless Headset for the Switch), Now $79.99

If you're a Nintendo Switch gamer who's been aching for a wireless audio solution for your gaming system, salvation is here. The Arctis 1 is compatible with practically any system, from your PS4 and Xbox One to your Switch and smartphone. We reviewed the Arctis 1 and called it out as the best wireless headphones under $100. Starting today it's 20% off at Amazon.

Refurbished SNES and NES Classic at Nintendo

Nintendo direct is selling refurbished SNES and NES Classic Edition consoles at a discount. The SNES Classic is currently selling for $69.99 (MSRP $80) and the NES Classic is $49.99 (MSRP $60). Since these systems are sold out everywhere else, this is easily the best way to obtain one without paying scalpers' prices. Despite the fact that they are refurbished, Nintendo is offering a full 1-year warranty, same as new. Nintendo explicitly states "We think you will find the standards for Authentic Nintendo Refurbished Products are VERY high."

$50 Nintendo eShop Gift Card for $44.99

You're basically getting 10% off all of your digital game purchases from the Nintendo eShop up to $50. You'll need to be a Costco member to get this deal.

Popular Switch Accessories

  • RDS Super Mario Themed Nintendo Switch Case for $6.99 (Best Buy)
  • RDS Zelda Themed Nintendo Switch Case for $6.99 (Best Buy)
  • Nintendo Switch 1 Year Online Membership for $19.99 (Amazon)
  • Nintendo Joy-Con Pairs Starting at $69 (Amazon)
  • amFilm 2-Pack Tempered Glass Screen Protector for $7.99 (Amazon)
  • Orzly Molded EVA Hard Shell Carry Case for $10.19 (Amazon)
  • AmazonBasics EVA Hard Shell Carry Case for $15.99 (Amazon)
  • RDS Ballistic Nylon Hard Shell Carry Case for $14.15 (Amazon)
  • iVoler Complete System Carry Case for $32.99 (Amazon)
  • PowerA Joy-Con Comfort Grips for $9.88 (Amazon)
  • AmazonBasics Storage Case for 24 Switch Games for $10.12 (Amazon)
  • YCCTEAM AC Adapter Charger for $18.51 (Amazon)
  • 8Bitdo Sn30 Pro+ Bluetooth Gamepad for $49.99 (Amazon)
  • HORI Split Pad Pro Controller for $49.99 (Amazon)

The Most Popular Nintendo Switch Video Games

  • Animal Crossing: New Horizons + $10 Credit for $59.99 (Best Buy)
  • Arms for $50.99 (Amazon)
  • Donkey Kong Country Tropical Freeze for $51.76 (Amazon)
  • Dragon Quest XI: Echoes of an Elusive Age for $50 (Amazon)
  • Fire Emblem: Three Houses for $55 (Amazon)
  • Kirby Star Allies for $49.99 (Amazon)
  • Hyrule Warriors Definitive Edition for $44.97 (Amazon)
  • Luigi's Mansion 3 for $50.95 (Walmart)
  • Mario Kart 8 Deluxe for $53.81 (Amazon)
  • Mario Tennis Aces for $47.94 (Amazon)
  • New Super Mario Bros U Deluxe for $53.90 (Amazon)
  • Octopath Traveler for $49.94 (Amazon)
  • Pokemon Sword for $49.49 (Amazon)
  • Pokemon Shield for $59.99 (Amazon)
  • Ring Fit Adventure for $79.99 (Amazon)
  • Splatoon 2 for $49.99 (Amazon)
  • Super Mario Maker 2 $39.99 (Amazon)
  • Super Mario Odyssey for $56.50 (Amazon)
  • Super Mario Party $39.99 (Amazon)
  • Super Smash Bros Ultimate for $59.50 (Amazon)
  • Yoshi's Crafted World for $39.99 (Amazon)
  • Zelda: Breath of the Wild $49.49 (Amazon)
  • Zelda: Link's Awakening for $49 (Amazon)

Nintendo Switch V2 for $299.99

switchcomparisonEven if there are no Switch console deals, the least we can do is make sure you get the V2 model. The version 2 model boasts about 2 more hours of battery life, which is certainly not insignificant. It raises the battery expectancy from 2.5-7 hours to 4.5-9 hours. It might be confusing to some people because many stores still sell the older model alongside the new one. The easiest way to tell if you're getting the V2 model is the packaging. The new V2 model has a new box with a predominantly Mario red color.

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Eric Song is IGN's deal curator and spends 25% of his pay on stuff he posts.

source https://www.ign.com/articles/the-best-nintendo-switch-deals-on-consoles-games-and-bundles-of-2020
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