It’s March 10th. Mario Day, and shopping holidays made of all, this is truly worth celebrating. From exclusive console bundles to discounts on games featuring beloved characters from the Mario universe, these limited-time deals are sure to get you a “Woah!” They should shout. (Just don’t go into any secret tubes.)
Updated March 10: We have added new additional offers.
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Console discounts
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In honor of everyone’s favorite plumber, Nintendo is releasing this new bundle with exclusive red Joy-Con controllers and your choice of digital download. Choose between Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, New Super Mario Bros. U DeluxeOr Super Mario Odyssey. Two of these titles made our list of the best Nintendo Switch games.
You might want to pick up a microSD card to make sure you don’t run out of storage space, as this package doesn’t include one. This is a solid option with a discount (and even features Toad). Here are more of the best portable storage drives.
Game discounts
Most of the games below are around the same solid price for $20 off. We’ve got more picks in our guides for the best Nintendo Switch games and the best couch board games.
This title made our list of the best Nintendo Switch games. With the help of Cappy, Mario’s felt hat, you search for the moon to propel your ship. Read our full review here.
Another WIRED favorite, Mario Kart 8 Deluxe It’s fun for new and old players alike. You can whip red shells and banana peels at up to seven opponents. It sells out relatively frequently, but this is a solid deal on the physical version of the game. The latest Booster Course Pass DLC just launched for $25.
There are almost 200 levels to beat in this platformer. You can play solo or invite up to three friends. This is one of our favorite couch share games.
Another highlight from our list of the best Nintendo Switch games, Super Mario 3D World + Bowser’s Fury It combines elements from both 2D and 3D games. The controls are simple, and the game is a blast. Even Mario has his own cat.
What’s more fun than beating your friends in mini-games as you race to get the most stars? Doing so with new levels and new RNG elements. Up to four people can play simultaneously in the area. Online gaming is also offered.
You’ve probably seen viral videos created by Extreme Levels. Super Mario Maker 2 community. If you’re up for a challenge, this game will definitely provide one. But if dodging fireballs and timing your jumps perfectly isn’t your idea of a good time, there are over 100 story mode courses to conquer.
This game consists of seven courses. There’s a story mode, a speed mode, and a battle mode. Depending on which mode you go for, you can play solo with one other person, or with three other people. If you like the previous episodes Mario GolfYou may like this.
This classic puzzler is a blast on Nintendo Switch. We think it’s one of the best Nintendo Switch games. You can play alone or with another person locally, or you can gather up to eight people to play online. Use your special ghost-sucker-upper (aka vacuum) to chase away evil spirits in a haunted hotel.
This re-released game will last a long time Donkey Cong Fans as well as newcomers. If you’re up for a challenge, this puzzle won’t disappoint, but there’s also a family-friendly Funky Mode that won’t disappoint your kids.
This handy platformer is like a puzzle-solving treasure hunt. You can beat the levels alone or hand over the controls to two-player co-op. I like Mellow Mode which makes gaming a little easier and more relaxing.
Released in October 2022, the latest version of the Mario + Rabbids The franchise has received positive reviews online. We really liked the previous version. Reviews say that this sequel improves on many aspects, including boss battles and special encounters.
Additional discounts
Be sure to check out our guide to the best Nintendo Switch accessories for more tips.
Most microSD cards work well for the Nintendo Switch, but this model is our favorite. The Nintendo Switch has a lot of digital games – and those tend to be the titles with the best deals. You want to make sure you have enough space! This amount should last a card years. You can also opt for the 128 GB version for $10 less, but at these prices you can just as easily go with the beefier version.
This price matches the lowest we’ve ever shared for this bag, making it one of the best Nintendo Switch accessories you can carry—especially if you travel a lot. The case comes with a removable battery pack to keep your console protected and charged. The included charging brick can charge the Nintendo Switch twice.
The Nimble Champion is one of our favorite Nintendo Switch accessories and the best portable charger. This model has a capacity of 20,000 mAh, so it can fully charge the Nintendo Switch at least four times on a single charge. He will do it as soon as possible.
The price on these varies depending on the color, but they usually sell between $30 and $48. In our guide, we mentioned that these look better than you might expect. The cable is tangle-resistant and the sound quality is solid even in supported games.
We haven’t tested this headphone yet, but this deal matches the best price we’ve tracked for this popular and generally well-reviewed headphone. It comes in a variety of colors and has support for voice chat on the Nintendo Switch. We love Logitech products—our best wired and best wireless headphones lists feature several models from the brand, so the G435 is a safe bet.
