UK Deals: Switch 2 MicroSD Card Discounts, Corsair Gaming Headsets, and More

IGN has published a new UK deals roundup spotlighting storage upgrades for Nintendo Switch 2 alongside a wave of early Prime Day discounts on Corsair gaming hardware. The guide arrives as Switch 2 owners hit the console's internal storage ceiling with modern titles like Elden Ring and Final Fantasy XIV Online demanding massive install sizes. For players staring at a full dashboard, the timing is practical — microSD Express cards are the only compatible expansion format, and several are currently sitting below their standard retail prices.

The roundup highlights three main deal streams: 256GB, 512GB, and 1TB microSD Express cards; Corsair and Elgato gear like mice, headsets, power supplies, and streaming equipment; and a price cut on the Switch 2 at Smyths and Argos. The console is

MicroSD Express Cards for Switch 2

The Switch 2 requires microSD Express cards rather than the standard microSD cards used by the original Switch. Nintendo attributes this to the newer console's increased bandwidth demands — larger, more complex games need faster transfer speeds to run properly on the hybrid system. Older Switch 1 cards will not work as plug-and-play upgrades, forcing owners to invest in the newer, pricier format. The roundup identifies three capacity tiers currently on offer, each with a different value proposition depending on library size.

At the base level, the Lexar PLAY PRO 256GB microSD Express card is priced at £59.99 after a 25 % cut from its £79.99 RRP, doubling the Switch 2’s factory storage and leaving room for fresh releases such as the upcoming Ocarina of Time Remake. For users with larger libraries or who play games that demand a lot of disk space, the SanDisk 512GB microSD Express card goes for £120.86, down from £133.99; the writer notes they purchased this one and suggests watching it for further Prime Day adjustments. On the high‑end side, the Lexar PLAY PRO 1TB card sells for £270.99 following a modest £9 discount. Though the markdown is small, it effectively quintuple the console’s capacity for the generation’s lifespan, accommodating massive titles like Monster Hunter Wilds and the Switch 2 version of The Witcher 3.

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Corsair's peripheral lineup headlines the non-storage section of the roundup. The Sabre v2 Pro mouse leads with a 17% discount, dropping from £119.99 to £99.99. It features a 33,000 DPI sensor, an 8,000Hz polling rate, and a lightweight magnesium alloy chassis with a skeletal design that reduces friction on mousepads. Battery life reaches up to 120 hours per charge, making it a compelling option for competitive players who prioritise responsiveness and endurance. The Corsair VOID v2 Wireless Gaming Headset in Carbon sees a steeper 30% reduction, falling from £99.99 to £69.99. It delivers Dolby Atmos audio and a 70-hour battery, positioning it as a strong mid-range wireless audio solution.

Beyond input devices, the roundup lists component-level discounts: the Corsair RM750e power supply, the NAUTILUS 360 ARGB liquid CPU cooler, and the Air 5400 RS-R ARGB triple-chamber panoramic mid-tower case. For streamers, the Elgato Stream Deck mk 2 and Stream Deck XL are also included. The article notes that Prime members automatically lock in these prices without extra steps, a convenience factor as hardware costs continue climbing. While deals may improve during Prime Day proper, the current offers represent solid entry points for PC builders and peripheral upgraders.

Switch 2 Console Price Drop and Speculation

Smyths and Argos are currently selling the Nintendo Switch 2 console for £354.99, a £65 discount against the £419.99 RRP. The author expects Amazon to price-match this offer for Prime Day but recommends purchasing from whichever retailer has stock available locally. The piece also raises unconfirmed speculation that this price cut could signal a stock clearance ahead of a replaceable-battery Switch 2 revision confirmed for European launch this autumn. Nintendo has not officially linked the discount to a hardware refresh, but the timing aligns with typical product cycle management.

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The roundup extends beyond gaming hardware into Philips personal care and Magic: The Gathering products. The Philips Sonicare 5300 sonic toothbrush in white is discounted 65%, dropping from £179.99 to £63 — a price below some less premium Sonicare models. The brush claims up to seven times better plaque removal than standard non-sonic alternatives. On the tabletop side, a Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Universes Beyond bundle including nine Play Boosters, a card box, an alt-art card, and a special die is available for £43.80, down 28% from £60.99 at Amazon. The article notes UK Magic discounts rarely match US depth but highlights this as a worthwhile pre-Prime Day offer, with some deals requiring Prime membership and others open to all.

With Prime Day on the horizon, the current crop of deals offers tangible savings for Switch 2 owners hitting storage limits and PC builders refreshing peripherals. The microSD Express market remains premium-priced even on sale, but the 256GB and 512GB tiers present reasonable value for most players. Console buyers should weigh the immediate £354.99 offer against potential Prime Day bundles, while component shoppers can treat Corsair's early discounts as a baseline. The next few weeks will reveal whether these prices hold or deepen — either way, the storage bottleneck for Switch 2 is real, and these cards are the only solution.