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| Switch and Switch 2 games featured in the Black Friday sale (Image source: Amazon, Walmart – edited) |
If you’ve been holding your breath for a price drop on the Nintendo Switch 2’s biggest titles, you can finally exhale. Black Friday has arrived, and it’s bringing some of the most aggressive discounts we’ve seen yet on the console's flagship games. Leading the charge is the critically acclaimed Donkey Kong Bananza, which is receiving a massive price cut that makes now the perfect time to jump into the jungle.
But the savings don't stop with the big ape. A slew of other Nintendo heavy-hitters, from Mario to Zelda, are also seeing record-low prices, and many come with free or low-cost upgrades to maximize their performance on the new handheld.
The Main Event: Donkey Kong Bananza Drops to an All-Time Low
Donkey Kong Bananza has been a showcase title for the Switch 2, letting players romp through lush, expansive 3D environments where obliterating obstacles is part of the core fun. The game has earned its stripes with stellar 90+ ratings from both reviewers and users on Metacritic, praising its creative level design and satisfying gameplay loop. Gamers demolish objects and manipulate the environment to navigate dangerous subterranean levels, all while being accompanied by the youthful singer, Pauline. She’s not just there for moral support; she becomes an integral part of the optional co-op multiplayer mode, making this a fantastic adventure to share.
While the Switch 2 game takes full advantage of the handheld’s improved specs, it’s not without its minor hiccups. Some players report frame rates occasionally dipping from 60 fps to 30 fps during intense combat sequences. However, the consensus is that these brief moments do little to detract from what is otherwise an incredibly engaging and polished experience.
So, where do you find this deal? Right now, Donkey Kong Bananza is available for just $55.20 through the Woot app. You can grab the app for your device here:
- For Android Users: Get the Woot app on the Google Play Store
- For iOS Users: Download the Woot app from the Apple App Store
Pro tip: You’ll need to log in with your Amazon account at checkout to see the discounted price. For those who prefer brick-and-mortar, there have also been scattered reports of some Costco stores selling the physical edition for an even more unbelievable $40-45, though your mileage may vary.
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| Mario soaring through Super Mario Galaxy (Image source: Nintendo of America) |
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| Destruction scene in Donkey Kong Bananza (Image source: Nintendo of America) |
Mario Madness: From Classic Galaxies to a Modern Odyssey
Nintendo also drew some criticism when it unveiled the *Super Mario Galaxy + Super Mario Galaxy 2* combo release back in September 2025, as the older game was already part of the 2020 *Super Mario 3D All-Stars* collection. However, at a Black Friday discount, the value proposition becomes much harder to ignore.
The collection, which usually retails for $69.99, is now a much more reasonable $55.20 when you check out via the Woot app. The best part? The Switch 2 game upgrade, which includes improved graphics and modernized controls, is a free download for owners.
For a more recent (but now classic) 3D Mario adventure, look no further than Target. Super Mario Odyssey for the Switch is currently half price, slashed to just $30 from its original $60. This is a must-play title for any Nintendo fan, offering vibrant, creative worlds that brilliantly expand on traditional platformer mechanics.
Find Super Mario Odyssey at Target for $30
A Link to Savings: Zelda Titles Get Major Price Cuts
Zelda fans have not been forgotten in this Black Friday bonanza. If you own the newer handheld and missed out on the epic The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, there's now a cheaper way to revisit Hyrule. The Woot app has the Switch version reduced to $37.59 with a Prime discount. You can then upgrade to smoother 60 fps gameplay on your Switch 2 with a simple $9.99 downloadable upgrade pack.
But the deals go even further. One of the other standout offers is for the charming The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom. This title, which flipped the script by making Zelda the protagonist, is now available for a stunning $30 at Walmart.
Grab The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom at Walmart for $30
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| The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom on Switch 2 features enhanced graphics. (Image source: Nintendo of America) |
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| Super Mario Odyssey showcases classic 3D platforming gameplay. (Image source: Nintendo of America) |
These are just the highlights in a sea of discounts. Many more Nintendo Switch games are hitting record-low prices at retailers across the board. And for shoppers who haven't even taken the plunge on a console yet, there's a somewhat complex but ultimately lucrative $100-off deal circulating on a Switch 2 bundle. It’s clear that this Black Friday is the ideal time to expand your gaming library without emptying your wallet. Happy gaming