Nintendo racing game released last year for Switch 2
Woot is selling a Grade A Refurbished Nintendo Switch 2 bundle with Mario Kart World for $419, a $20 drop from last week's price. The deal arrives just before Nintendo raises the console's MSRP to $499.99 on September 1, making this the lowest price yet for the new hardware.
Nintendo Switch 2 is available for $399 at Woot for first-time customers using promo code GIFT26, beating the confirmed September 1 price increase from $449.99 to $499.99. The deal ends July 25 and includes refurbished bundle options with Mario Kart World.
Score a $50 discount on the Nintendo Switch 2: Choose Your Game Bundle, now available with a free game essentially included. Meanwhile, PS5 owners can grab the award-winning Astro Bot for 35% off, and LEGO fans can enjoy the Hogwarts Express Book Nook at its lowest price yet.
Mario Kart Tour, Nintendo's mobile racing game, will shut down on September 29 after a 7-year run, with no offline version offered to players. The game, which initially sparked controversy with its gacha-style mechanics, contributed to the development of Mario Kart 8 Deluxe's Switch expansion pass. Players will enjoy subscription-level benefits until the shutdown.
Star Wars: Galactic Racer combines the adrenaline of Burnout with the unpredictability of a roguelite, offering a fresh take on the racing genre. Set in the post-Empire New Republic era, this podracing game promises to revitalize the genre with its innovative campaign mode. With its blend of high-speed action and strategic depth, Galactic Racer is poised to make a significant impact.
Catch the Nintendo Switch 2, backwards compatible with nearly all Switch games and boasting enhanced controllers, for a discounted $341.21 on Amazon Prime Day. This "Like New" deal includes a 30-day return policy. With a price hike to $499.99 looming from September 1, this is a timely grab for Switch fans.
Nintendo's announcement of remakes for The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time and Star Fox 64, alongside various cross-media projects, has raised concerns among fans that the company may be abandoning its unique style for a more uniform look. The potential visual overhauls of these beloved games have sparked debate over the balance between modernization and preserving the emotional investment in the originals. As Nintendo navigates an increasingly interconnected media landscape, including a Netflix live-action Zelda adaptation and a Universal theme park expansion, the risk of losing its distinctive touch is palpable.
New Woot customers can purchase the Nintendo Switch 2 console for $434 using the discount code "NEW15" until June 19, 11:58pm CT. This offer beats the upcoming price hike on September 1. The console is also available in a "Choose Your Game" bundle for $499, including a digital copy of Mario Kart World, Donkey Kong Bananza, or Pokémon Pokopia.
Mario Kart World, bundled with many Nintendo Switch 2 consoles, has seen no major DLC in its first year, sparking fan disappointment. Despite having the largest install base on the platform, the game's open world is criticized for feeling dull, with fans and critics alike questioning Nintendo's complacency. The community suggests various content additions, from new challenges to split-screen online progression, to revitalize the game.
Nintendo CEO Shuntaro Furukawa has confirmed plans to continue supporting the original Nintendo Switch for years to come, alongside the newer Switch 2. With over 155 million Switch units sold, the company aims to encourage a gradual transition to Switch 2. This strategy contrasts with the more immediate cross-gen approaches seen with Sony and Xbox.
Nintendo offers a limited-time "Switch 2: Choose Your Game Bundle" including Mario Kart World for $500 before the Switch 2's price hike to $500 on September 1. This deal saves up to $30 on Mario Kart World's usual $80 price. Buyers can also opt for Donkey Kong Bananza or Pokémon Pokopia in the bundle.
Nintendo introduces the Switch 2: Choose Your Game Bundle, offering a choice between Mario Kart World, Donkey Kong Bananza, and the surprisingly successful Pokémon Pokopia, all for $499.99, effectively a $50 game cost. This deal is set to expire on September 1, when the base Switch 2 price increases to $30 without a game included.