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Nintendo Launches Black Friday Sale: Switch 2 Discounts Up to 70%

11/18/2025

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Nintendo's Black Friday sales have begun, offering discounts on the Nintendo Switch 2 and games.
In the United Kingdom, the Switch 2 is £385, down from £395.99.
In Australia, retailers discount the Switch 2 by $50.
The eShop sale covers over 1,500 games with discounts up to 70%, and ends November 30, 2025.

History

Historical Context

The Nintendo Switch launched on March 3, 2017, as a hybrid console following the Wii U's commercial failure. It quickly became a success, selling over 14 million units in its first year, aided by strategic pricing and popular titles like The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild. This shift in gaming strategy has influenced ongoing competitive pricing and promotional tactics in the industry.

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Story summary

Nintendo's Black Friday sales have begun, offering discounts on the Nintendo Switch 2 and games.
In the United Kingdom, the Switch 2 is £385, down from £395.99.
In Australia, retailers discount the Switch 2 by $50.
The eShop sale covers over 1,500 games with discounts up to 70%, and ends November 30, 2025.

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