Nintendo is notoriously stingy when it comes to offering sales for games on its systems, but the company must be feeling generous for the holidays, as a number of thebest Switch gamesarecurrently availableat drastically reduced prices.
Multiple publishers — both big and small — are partnering with Nintendo for holiday sales. Team17 is currently offering the excellentThe Escapists 2for $11 rather than $20, andYoku’s Island Expresshad its price cut in half to just $10.
THQ Nordic is also participating with some of its own Switch games.Battle Chasers: Nightwaris on sale for $24, and the acclaimed shooterSine Mora EXis only $9 right now. The latter game typically costs $30, making this a 70 percent discount.
If you haven’t purchased theCrash Bandicoot N. Sane Trilogyyet, it can be yours for $26 right now, and the 3DS gameMonster Hunter Generationshad its price cut from $40 to just $15. It isn’tMonster Hunter World, but it still delivers plenty of beast-slaying action.
Diablo III: Eternal Collectionjust came to Switch in November and you can get it during the sale for $40. If you need to keep your kids busy during the holiday season,Santa Trackercan also be yours for just $2 — we’re not sure what the application actually does, but it comes with access to Santa Claus’ personal blog!
Don’t sleep on those indie games, either. The action gameFurireceived a 50 percent discount to $10, andBattle Chef Brigadeonly costs $12. The latter game combines elements of cooking games, beat-’em-ups, and role-playing games together in a unique and addictive mix.
Nintendo Labo is a great way for kids and adults alike to learn about the Nintendo Switch’s unique features while also building a fun new toy, and Nintendo partnered with GameStop to offer a nice deal on the sets. There are three currently available — the robot, variety, and vehicle kits — and you canpurchase any two of themfrom GameStop for just $100 through December 22.
Most of the sales on the Nintendo Switch eShop will last until January 2 or January 3. Check theofficial websitefor exact dates regarding your favorite games or publishers.
