Nintendo has officially launched its highly anticipated 'Hits for the Holidays' sale on the Nintendo eShop, offering fans of both the Nintendo Switch 2 and the original Nintendo Switch substantial discounts on a wide array of acclaimed games.
The event, running through January 4 at 11:59 PM PT (January 5 at 2:59 AM ET), showcases attractive price cuts across both first-party Nintendo staples and popular third-party titles. Notable franchises headline the sale, demonstrating Nintendo’s ongoing commitment to making their award-winning titles more accessible to players during the holiday season.
Among the discounted titles are Fire Emblem Engage, Super Mario Odyssey, and the newly released The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom, all enjoying lower prices direct from Nintendo.
Third-party games have also received significant markdowns, with CD Projekt Red’s Cyberpunk 2077 standing out for its dramatic price drop to $17.49 from its original $69.99. First-Party Highlights and Best Offers: Prominent Nintendo-developed titles see some of their best prices to date.
Fire Emblem Engage and its Expansion Pass are each included, while Super Mario Odyssey and Princess Peach: Showtime! also offer notable savings.
Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom, one of the must-play entries of the year, is now available at $41.99 (down from $59.99), illustrating Nintendo’s focus on bringing recent hits to a wider audience. Key Third-Party Savings: It’s not just Nintendo properties receiving attention.
Major third-party releases like Cyberpunk 2077, The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt – Complete Edition, No Man’s Sky, and Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3 + 4 Digital Deluxe Edition are all listed with significant price cuts for both Switch 2 and Switch players.
Additionally, favorites such as Persona 3 Reload Premium Edition, Dragon Quest HD-2D Erdrick Trilogy Collection, and Sonic x Shadow Generations feature in the sale, ensuring something for every type of gamer. Revised Statement from Nintendo: In recent communication, Nintendo representatives shared that the "Hits for the Holidays" event aims to provide gamers with the perfect opportunity to expand their library or gift new adventures to friends and family.
The company emphasizes its dedication to "creating memorable experiences and ensuring classic, as well as new games, are as accessible as possible during the festive season." Complete List and How to Save: The comprehensive list of deals covers both platforms.
For Nintendo Switch 2, players can find games such as Bravely Default: Flying Fairy HD Remaster, Civilization 7, Dragon Ball: Sparking Zero, Hades 2, and Madden NFL 26 Deluxe Edition with notable savings.
On the original Nintendo Switch, titles like The Witcher 3, Borderlands Legendary Collection, Cuphead & The Delicious Last Course, Overcooked 2, and Slay the Spire headline the list of discounted games. Availability and Timing: All discounts are available to users in the Nintendo eShop until the sale concludes on January 4 at 11:59 PM PT/January 5 at 2:59 AM ET.
Gamers are encouraged to visit the eShop early to avoid missing out on limited-time offers and to stay tuned for further updates on ongoing or upcoming promotions via Nintendo’s official channels. With major savings across franchise favorites and critically acclaimed third-party additions, the Nintendo "Hits for the Holidays" sale offers a prime opportunity for Switch and Switch 2 owners to enhance their gaming collection at a fraction of the regular price.
The event, running through January 4 at 11:59 PM PT (January 5 at 2:59 AM ET), showcases attractive price cuts across both first-party Nintendo staples and popular third-party titles. Notable franchises headline the sale, demonstrating Nintendo’s ongoing commitment to making their award-winning titles more accessible to players during the holiday season.
Among the discounted titles are Fire Emblem Engage, Super Mario Odyssey, and the newly released The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom, all enjoying lower prices direct from Nintendo.
Third-party games have also received significant markdowns, with CD Projekt Red’s Cyberpunk 2077 standing out for its dramatic price drop to $17.49 from its original $69.99. First-Party Highlights and Best Offers: Prominent Nintendo-developed titles see some of their best prices to date.
Fire Emblem Engage and its Expansion Pass are each included, while Super Mario Odyssey and Princess Peach: Showtime! also offer notable savings.
Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom, one of the must-play entries of the year, is now available at $41.99 (down from $59.99), illustrating Nintendo’s focus on bringing recent hits to a wider audience. Key Third-Party Savings: It’s not just Nintendo properties receiving attention.
Major third-party releases like Cyberpunk 2077, The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt – Complete Edition, No Man’s Sky, and Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3 + 4 Digital Deluxe Edition are all listed with significant price cuts for both Switch 2 and Switch players.
Additionally, favorites such as Persona 3 Reload Premium Edition, Dragon Quest HD-2D Erdrick Trilogy Collection, and Sonic x Shadow Generations feature in the sale, ensuring something for every type of gamer. Revised Statement from Nintendo: In recent communication, Nintendo representatives shared that the "Hits for the Holidays" event aims to provide gamers with the perfect opportunity to expand their library or gift new adventures to friends and family.
The company emphasizes its dedication to "creating memorable experiences and ensuring classic, as well as new games, are as accessible as possible during the festive season." Complete List and How to Save: The comprehensive list of deals covers both platforms.
For Nintendo Switch 2, players can find games such as Bravely Default: Flying Fairy HD Remaster, Civilization 7, Dragon Ball: Sparking Zero, Hades 2, and Madden NFL 26 Deluxe Edition with notable savings.
On the original Nintendo Switch, titles like The Witcher 3, Borderlands Legendary Collection, Cuphead & The Delicious Last Course, Overcooked 2, and Slay the Spire headline the list of discounted games. Availability and Timing: All discounts are available to users in the Nintendo eShop until the sale concludes on January 4 at 11:59 PM PT/January 5 at 2:59 AM ET.
Gamers are encouraged to visit the eShop early to avoid missing out on limited-time offers and to stay tuned for further updates on ongoing or upcoming promotions via Nintendo’s official channels. With major savings across franchise favorites and critically acclaimed third-party additions, the Nintendo "Hits for the Holidays" sale offers a prime opportunity for Switch and Switch 2 owners to enhance their gaming collection at a fraction of the regular price.
