{"title": "Nintendo's Black Friday Promotions Now Active: Switch 2 Packages and Reductions on Games Plus Add-Ons for Festive Purchases", "body": ["Nintendo products see high demand every holiday period, yet the buzz around the 2025 console debut heightens interest this time. The Switch 2, set for release next year, ranks high on holiday desire lists across age groups. Shoppers seeking significant reductions on the device during Black Friday could face letdowns. Nintendo revealed its Black Friday promotions, which, as expected, offer scant substantial bargains—a pattern consistent with the company's approach to sales. Nevertheless, strategies exist to optimize spending when obtaining a Switch 2 prior to the year's close."], ["For several seasons now, Nintendo's primary holiday incentives involve packaged consoles. The Switch 2 entered the market this year at a base price of $449, or $499 paired with Mario Kart World. These choices persist, alongside a fresh option: the console combined with Pokémon Legends: Z-A, priced at $499. With standalone games fetching $70 apiece, opting for a package yields modest savings. Shoppers can acquire the device and its packages from various outlets such as Amazon, Walmart, Best Buy, and additional vendors."], ["Regarding reductions on Switch 2 software, the Nintendo eShop introduces Cyber Deals from November 20 until December 3. This event includes seasonal pricing on various titles, requiring visitors to check the digital platform on the start date for the full lineup of discounted selections."], ["Beginning November 23, certain stores will lower prices on select physical Switch titles like Princess Peach: Showtime!, The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom, Luigi’s Mansion 3, and Kirby’s Return to Dream Land Deluxe, each reaching $40. Meanwhile, offerings such as Super Mario Odyssey, Nintendo Switch Sports, Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door, and Splatoon 3 will fall to $30."], ["Announced incentives overlooked Switch 2 peripherals, though independent sellers including Amazon, Walmart, and Best Buy could apply cuts independently. Several authentic Nintendo items feature prominently in top accessory roundups, complemented by reliable options from alternative brands. Those preferring official gear for personal or gifting purposes can source key favorites from the following retailers: the Joy-Con 2 bundle at Amazon, Walmart, GameStop, Best Buy, and Nintendo; the Switch 2 Pro Controller at Amazon, Walmart, GameStop, Best Buy, and Nintendo; the Switch 2 Camera at Amazon, Walmart, GameStop, Best Buy, and Nintendo; the Hori Nintendo Switch 2 Piranha Plant Camera at Amazon and Best Buy; and the Joy-Con 2 Wheels (pair) at Amazon, Walmart, GameStop, Best Buy, and Nintendo."], ["While steep cuts on Nintendo hardware or recent software may prove elusive this season, worthwhile offers on supplementary items abound. Abundant present concepts cater to enthusiasts, with Engadget contributor Sam Rutherford examining many firsthand at Nintendo's festive presentation. Selections range from memorabilia and garments to soft toys and seasonal ornaments, providing extensive variety—though dedicated fans scouting for others might encounter tempting buys for themselves. Prime Nintendo gifting picks surface amid Black Friday and Cyber Monday events."]}