18+ Best Cyber Monday Nintendo Switch deals 2021: Bundles, cheap games and more

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There's nothing quite like the experience that the Nintendo Switch offers when it comes to gaming. You can play it while connected to your TV or remove it from its dock and take it with you anywhere. Plus, it's host to a huge variety of both solo and multiplayer games, making it perfect for entertaining the entire family whether at home or on road trips.

The Nintendo Switch and Switch OLED both make great gifts since N6, and Sega Genesis games are now on these hybrid consoles via the Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack. The consoles themselves rarely ever go on sale, but you can often find them bundled with accessories and games at a reasonable price. Here's where you can find Cyber Monday Nintendo Switch deals this year.

Where to find the best Cyber Monday Nintendo Switch deals 2021

Cyber Monday Nintendo Switch deals

The Nintendo Switch is the perfect gaming companion since it can be played on a TV with either solo or multiplayer games, and it can be used in handheld mode. It even features a kickstand and removable Joy-Cons, so you can set it up in tabletop mode to play anywhere, like in a car during a road trip or at a family reunion. In addition, many multiplayer Switch games allow up to four players, and some even allow up to eight as long as you have enough Joy-Cons to go around.

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Nintendo Switch Neon Red & Neon Blue + Mario Kart 8 Deluxe (Download) & 3 months Nintendo Switch Online membership ($68 of free goodies)

This bundle gives you a game and a membership for Nintendo Switch Online for free. That's $68 in savings as well as the means to play with others online. This bundle comes with the Switch V2 with longer battery life.

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Nintendo Switch Neon Red & Neon Blue

The iconic Red and Blue Joy-Cons are the go-to choice for many players. Remove them from the Switch and turn them sideways, and you automatically have two controllers for multiplayers.

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Nintendo Switch Gray

The Gray Joy-Cons are for those who don't want a flashy look. Though the controllers are subdued, the fantastic games available on this system are not. Check out the huge library and discover new favorites.

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Nintendo Switch — Animal Crossing: New Horizons Edition

Any Animal Crossing fan would love to have this beach-themed console. It even features Tom, Timmy, and Tommy Nook on the front. Grab it for yourself or make it the perfect holiday gift.

Best Cyber Monday Nintendo Switch OLED deals

As I stated before, the Switch OLED is a big gaming system this holiday season. That larger OLED screen produces a far better visual experience than ever before, and the kickstand on the back goes along the entire console rather than just being a flimsy little stick. Of course, it costs a little more than previous models, but it's worth it for those stunning visuals.

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Nintendo Switch OLED — White

This latest Switch iteration brings an immensely improved OLED display that shows off both darker and brighter hues more vibrantly. White is a brand-new Switch color, so it stands out.

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Nintendo Switch OLED — Neon Red & Neon Blue

This version of the OLED Switch has the same iconic red and blue Joy-Cons as the original Switch. However, it will make the handheld playing experience much more enjoyable with brighter imagery.

Best Cyber Monday Nintendo Switch Lite deals

The Switch Lite is a handheld-only device, meaning that it cannot connect to a TV. It also doesn't have rumble, and there are no detachable controllers like the larger Switch. Because of these differences, it usually only sells for $200. However, it's not as sharable as the larger Switch versions, and some games don't play as well on Switch Lite. But it's great for travel and comes in several fun colors.

It's also worth noting that a limited-edition Switch Lite is available this year, the Pokémon Dialga and Palkia Edition, which celebrates the upcoming Pokémon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl games.

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Nintendo Switch Lite — Pokémon Dialga and Palkia Edition

This limited-edition Switch Lite features the two Legendary Pokémon from Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl. It's been a hot item and has sold out rather quickly.

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Nintendo Switch Lite — Blue

The Switch Lite is a handheld-only system and, as such, is the least expensive Switch you can get. While people are divided on whether it's blue or purple, it's still a beautiful color.

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Nintendo Switch Lite — Gray

Anyone who wants a more serious-looking gaming system would do well with this gray Switch Lite. Remember that the lower price is because it can only do handheld mode and can't play on TVs.

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Nintendo Switch Lite — Turquoise

This beautiful blue puts one in mind of a trip to the beach. Its compact size makes it super easy to travel with, so you can play that extensive library of Switch games.

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Nintendo Switch Lite — Coral

There's nothing shy about this gorgeous pink gaming system. Whether you're curled up playing on the couch or on a road trip, it will entertain you for hours.

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Nintendo Switch Lite — Yellow

Nothing is quite as cheery as a sunny yellow. So if you love bright colors and are looking for a way to play the best Nintendo Switch games, you should grab it.

Best Cyber Monday Nintendo Switch accessory deals

Don't forget to pick up all of the necessary accessories after nabbing your sweet new console. Even if you've had your Switch for a while, these devices will be very helpful.

PowerA Protection Case for Nintendo Switch & Switch Lite - Pikachu 025 (25% off)

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Carry your Switch or Switch Lite around in protective style with this hardshell case featuring Pikachu. There are also several other designs including other popular Nintendo characters to choose from.

SanDisk 128GB microSD card (43% off)

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Considering that the Switch and Switch Lite only have 32GB of internal storage and the Switch OLED isn't much better at only 64GB, gamers should invest in a microSD card to expand how much save data they can hold. This one is currently on sale, offers 128GB, and even features a Mario mushroom icon.

Nintendo Switch Pro Controller ($20 off)

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Many people consider this to be the absolute best controller for the Nintendo Switch as it provides an ergonomic grip and looks like a more traditional controller than the Joy-Cons. It works with all Switch versions including Switch OLED and Switch Lite.

YCCTEAM Nintendo Switch Controller (30% off)

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This third-party controller offers all of the same functions as the Pro Controller, but it's ridiculously discounted right now. It features a rechargeable internal battery, motion controls, rumble, and even amiibo scanning, which many third-party options don't have.

Best Nintendo Switch Cyber Monday game deals

There are so many awesome Nintendo Switch games on sale during Cyber Monday, but these ones are the ones we recommend the most. The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild in particular is an amazing buy as it is one of the very best Nintendo Switch games and has never been this low before.

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The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild (42% off)

Link's adventure won Game of the Year and is considered one of the very best games of this generation. Link wakes up to discover he has been asleep for 100 years and the evil Ganon has destroyed Hyrule. It's up to him to explore an open-world and become strong enough to both avenge his fallen friends and save Zelda.

Mario + Rabbids Kingdom Battle ($45 off)

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Mario and his Mushroom Kingdom friends have to team up with Rabbids in strategic battles to save the world. Characters can level up their weapons and become stronger as time goes on.

Super Mario Odyssey ($22 off)

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Princess Peach has been kidnapped by Bowser (again) and it's up to Mario and his new hat friend, Cappy, to save her. With Cappy's help, Mario can control enemies like Goombas, a giant T-Rex, and more. See why this is one of the best games on Nintendo Switch.

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Ring Fit Adventure ($22 off)

Get into shape while running and doing squats to defeat RPG enemies. This game can really get your heart pumping without you needing to get a gym membership or even leave the house.

When do the Cyber Monday Nintendo Switch deals begin?

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In the past, people had to wait until the Friday after Thanksgiving for sweet deals to become available, but Cyber Monday deals have been appearing much earlier this year.

Unfortunately, Nintendo has announced that Switch production will decrease by 20% this fiscal year due to chip shortages. As such, it might be more challenging than usual to get your hands on any of the Switch boxes. That being the case, you'll want to jump on a deal as soon as you can if you're going to nab a Switch this year.

How to tell you're buying the right Nintendo Switch this Cyber Monday

Source: Rebecca Spear / iMore Original Switch (left), Switch OLED (middle), Switch V2 (right), and Switch Lite (top right). (Image credit: Source: Rebecca Spear / iMore)

Four Switch iterations have been released so far. So, if you're looking for a specific model, you'll want to pay attention to packaging. The $300 original Switch was launched in 2017 in a box with a white background, the $300 Switch V2 arrived in 2019 with improved battery life in a box with a red background. There is no text on either box to indicate which version is inside. The original Switch has mostly been replaced within store shelves by the Switch V2, but the older one crops up occasionally. If there's a choice, you'll want to get the Switch V2.

The $350 Switch OLED was released in October 2021 and is the first Switch iteration in a box that is taller vertically than horizontally. It also has the words "OLED" written under the image of the console. This is the first Switch to come in white, so if you see white Joy-Cons, it's a good bet you're getting the right device. It has a larger OLED display, double the internal storage of previous Switch consoles, and comes with an updated dock.

The $200 Switch Lite is in a smaller package since it doesn't include a dock. You should also look for the words "Lite" on the bottom right of the box. It can only be used in handheld mode, doesn't have removable controllers, and has no rumble.

Rebecca Spear
Gaming Editor

Gaming aficionado Rebecca Spear is iMore's dedicated gaming editor with a focus on Nintendo Switch and iOS gaming. You’ll never catch her without her Switch or her iPad Air handy. If you’ve got a question about Pokémon, The Legend of Zelda, or just about any other Nintendo series check out her guides to help you out. Rebecca has written thousands of articles in the last six years including hundreds of extensive gaming guides, previews, and reviews for both Switch and Apple Arcade. She also loves checking out new gaming accessories like iPhone controllers and has her ear to the ground when it comes to covering the next big trend.