The holiday season is right around the corner, and that means it's past time to start thinking about the perfect gift for any and all Nintendo Switch users around. Given all the deals and sales that are popping up these days, with more on the way, there are plenty of options out there. In fact, there's an argument to be made that this might be the best year to get a gift for Nintendo Switch users since the console was first launched.
Whether looking to get someone started on the Nintendo Switch or just adding to their collection of games and accessories, there is plenty on offer. There are also items that will allow users to have a better time when they are playing their new favorite Switch games. Best of all, most of the stuff that would help to do that is likely going to be on offer for cheaper than they would be at any other time of the year. Whether it's an official Black Friday sale or just a holiday bargain, there's a way to save some serious cash while still getting the best items of the bunch.
Best Nintendo Switch Games To Buy
When it comes to the new games that have landed on the Nintendo Switch in the last few years, there have been plenty of great first-party titles. Of course, there have also been some really good indie titles and even AAA games that have also landed on the console. That's why the Switch is as popular as it is today, as Nintendo is even finding ways to put games on its platform that couldn't have worked there before.
The biggest of the big games that just landed on the console is Metroid Dread. The game came out right around Halloween so it's fairly new and may not get a discount just yet, but it's well worth the price. Really, while discounts are always welcome, any of the games below are well worth the price.
Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic
The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword HD
Disco Elysium: The Final Cut and Ender Lilies: Quietus of the Knights are two more great gifts for Switch.
Switch OLED
Even if someone already has a Switch to play all the great games that are on the console, that doesn't mean they can't get a newer, better one. While there was a lot of talk about the Switch Pro that never came to be in 2021, the Switch OLED is still an impressive piece of machinery that is very much worth getting, as long as it can be found. Much like the PlayStation 5 and the Xbox Series X/S, there's a shortage of units out there, but there's hope that some more could show up for the peak holiday shopping season. The console offers a bigger better screen on the handheld and better resolution on TV and that's worth the upgrade.
Nintendo Switch & Mario Kart Bundle
It seems like every holiday season, Nintendo offers up a bundle that's a pretty good deal for those who don't already have a Switch. Last year, it was the Animal Crossing-themed Switch. This year there are several retailers that are or will be offering up a console bundle that comes complete with Mario Kart 8 Deluxe and a three-month subscription to the Nintendo Online service. This isn't a brand new deal either, but it's a solid one. For those who don't already have that console, that means they're getting quite a few games (at least for a few months) for the price of the Switch alone.
Nintendo Switch Headphones
While headphones go hand in hand with gaming, they're not always thought of as being connected to the Nintendo Switch. That could be changed this holiday season for the lucky user who gets the right kind of headphones. There are still some drawbacks in that regard when it comes to what kind of headphones are going to work the best with the Switch. There's certainly an argument to be made that, considering the biggest draw is the mobility of the Switch, nothing screams mobility louder than being able to turn the game volume way up and not disturb anyone else while it's being done. There are all kinds of different headphones that will work out, but the JBL Quantum 300 is right at the top of the list.
JBL Quantum 300 - Wired Over-Ear Gaming Headphones
Nintendo Switch MicroSD Cards
While the Nintendo Switch does come with some memory, it's likely that anyone who really wants to get hard into gaming on the console is going to need to get an additional MicroSD card in order to expand the device's memory. Of course, any old MicroSD card isn't going to do it. These need to be geared towards the Switch specifically. In fact, the best bet is going to be the SanDisk Nintendo-Licensed Memory Card. This particular option comes in 64, 128, 256, and 512GB sizes.
Nintendo Switch Online Membership With Expansion Pack
In order to really get the most out of the Nintendo Switch, it needs to come along with a Nintendo Online account. The basic package allows users to play classic NES and Super NES games, as well as play online multiplayer games. The recently released expansion pack also allows users to play classic Nintendo 64 and Sega Genesis games while offering the new DLC for Animal Crossing: New Horizons for no extra charge. This entire package costs $49.99 for one year and depending on what and how many games a Switch user has, this can actually be a very good deal.
Nintendo Switch Replacement Joycons
While the Nintendo Switch is one heck of a video game console, it does have its drawbacks, and right at the top of the list is a fair share of problems that have come with the Switch Joycons. The controllers seem to be designed better than they were when they were first released, but there is still the possibility Joy-Cons could get broken or malfunction, especially when they're getting taken off the console and used separately. That's why anyone looking for the perfect gift for a Nintendo Switch user should include replacement Joycons on their holiday shopping list.
Secretlab Titan Evo 2022 Gaming Chair
When it comes to gaming, whether talking about the Xbox Series X/S, the PS5, the PC, or the Nintendo Switch, everyone needs a little comfort. That will certainly come from something like the Titan Evo 2022 gaming chair. This one runs a bit more expensive than others, but it's worth the price.
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