Micro Center offers last-minute discount on Nintendo Switch 2

Micro Center has reduced the price of the Nintendo Switch 2 to $400, a $50 discount from its regular price. This in-store-only deal applies to the standalone console and comes amid a challenging holiday sales period for gaming hardware. The promotion provides a rare savings opportunity for the popular new system.

The Nintendo Switch 2, one of the year's most sought-after gaming consoles, is now available at a discounted price of $399.99 at Micro Center stores. This last-minute reduction of $50 off the standard $449.99 price was reported on December 19, 2025, following a tweet from @Wario64 on December 18 highlighting the in-store offer.

The deal is limited to physical locations, with no shipping option, requiring customers to visit a nearby store. Stock varies by location; for instance, one Micro Center reported 25 units available as of the article's publication. This discount excludes bundles, such as the one including Mario Kart World, which retails for an additional $80. Purchasing the console and game separately under this promotion would save about $20 compared to the standard bundle price, though it is less attractive than the $450 bundle offered earlier in December by retailers like Walmart.

This surprise cut arrives during a difficult holiday season for console sales. According to Circana's recent data, only 1.6 million units of the Nintendo Switch 2, original Switch, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S were sold in November 2025—the lowest pre-holiday figure since 1995. Despite Black Friday promotions, rising average console prices have dampened demand for new hardware.

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Illustration contrasting Nintendo Switch 2's weak Western holiday sales due to economy and pricing with strong performance in Japan.
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Nintendo employee attributes Switch 2 holiday slowdown to economy, pricing, and game lineup

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Updating earlier reports on the Nintendo Switch 2's weaker 2025 holiday sales in Western markets compared to the original Switch, a senior Nintendo employee highlighted a 'complicated economic landscape,' higher prices, and lack of a major Western title as factors. New details reveal resilience in Japan thanks to a cheaper local version and strong holiday game sales, amid a promising 2026 lineup.

Continuing Switch 2 holiday promotions—following Micro Center's recent $50 discount on the standalone console—Nintendo launched its official Holiday Sale on December 22, with up to 75% off eShop games like Cyberpunk 2077: Ultimate Edition and a $50 cut on the Mario Kart World bundle, available until January 5 amid end-of-year value hunting.

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An analytics firm forecasts that Nintendo will raise the price of its Switch 2 console in 2026 due to rising RAM costs and tariffs. Despite strong initial sales, the company faces challenges from a trade war and AI-driven shortages. Nintendo's leadership has indicated it is monitoring these factors closely.

Amazon is offering significant discounts on 8BitDo's All-Button Wireless Arcade Controllers for Xbox, PC, Nintendo Switch, and Switch 2. The leverless fight pads, launched last July, are now available at their lowest prices ever. Traditional arcade sticks from the brand are also on sale for compatible platforms.

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Video game hardware sales in the United States plummeted in November 2025, marking the worst performance for the month since 1995 despite the launch of the new Nintendo Switch 2. Only 1.6 million units sold, with the PlayStation 5 outselling the newcomer. Rising prices and economic factors contributed to the downturn.

Even with the Switch 2 now available, the original Nintendo Switch continues to draw players thanks to its affordability and portability. A recent Kotaku article lists 27 standout titles, from Zelda to Mario, as ideal starting points for newcomers. Published on December 26, 2025, the piece underscores the system's unique ecosystem despite its lower power compared to rivals.

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Nintendo has announced a new Direct presentation on September 12, 2025, focusing on upcoming titles for the Switch and Switch 2 consoles. The 60-minute event will stream live online, continuing the company's tradition of revealing game catalogs.

 

 

 

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