Even though theNintendo Switchis deep into its seventh year, sales of the console and its games show no signs of slowing down. Not only is the Switch itself comfortably the third best-selling console of all time, but it’s the firstNintendosystem to ever sell more than one billion games. That’s one of the reasons why almost anything with an instantly recognizable Nintendo character in the game is rarely reduced in price, so when you see a notable Switch game on sale, you should grab it with both hands.
Nintendo isrunning a sale right now, and it’s a big one. An array of games featuring multiplayer elements are part of Nintendo’s multiplayer sale right now, and you don’t even need to go to the eShop to enjoy those savings, although you can if you want. Some top Switch titles including games starringMarioandKirbyare on sale right now across multiple retailers.
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A few Mario titles being thrown into the mix is the biggest takeaway here. Four of the top ten best-selling Switch games - five if you includeSuper Smash Bros. Ultimate- star Mario, so Nintendo is very reluctant to ever slash their prices since they sell regardless. Included in the current multiplayer sale are a handful of the latest Mario sports titles since they are all designed to be played with friends and family.Mario Strikers Battle LeagueandMario Golf Super Rushamong them.
Mario Party Superstars
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Mario Party Superstars is the second outing for the multiplayer title on Nintendo Switch, launching in 2021. It features over 100 minigames and brings back several boards from past titles in the series.
However, the biggest game in the sale is Mario Party Superstars. Comfortably the better of the two Mario Party games available on the Switch right now, you’re unlikely to find it cheaper than it is right now for the foreseeable future. Currently selling for 30 percent less than it usually does, Mario Party Superstars is available for $42 rather than the usual $60. Absolutely worth the money, especially if you plan on playing it locally with other people.
Kirby Star Allies
Kirby Star Allies is a multiplayer co-op adventure for the Nintendo Switch in which the pink puffball teams up with friends as they journey across Dream Land together.
Another Nintendo mascot making a couple of appearances in the multiplayer sale is Kirby. Both Kirby Star Allies andKirby Fighters 2are heavily discounted at the moment. If you’re in the market for a third-party title on your Switch, there are plenty of options in that department too.FIFA 23might be the best deal available as a part of the sale, just $10 right now having been discounted by a massive 75 percent.
You’ve only got the weekend to take advantage of these savings so act now before it’s too late. Nintendo’s multiplayer sale ends at midnight on August 20, after which point who knows when Mario games will be on sale again?
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