Nintendo has unveiled a new pricing strategy, reducing the cost of digital editions for upcoming first-party games exclusive to the Nintendo Switch 2 by $10. For example, Splatoon Raiders is up for preorder at $49.99 for the digital copy, slated for release on July 23rd, while the physical version is priced at $59.99. However, Amazon and Walmart offer a twist by listing the cartridge version for $49.94, making it slightly cheaper than the digital counterpart. This game isn’t a follow-up to Splatoon 3 but introduces a spinoff with familiar third-person, paint-splashing action in new settings.
Similarly, the $10 discount applies to Yoshi and the Mysterious Book, a side-scrolling adventure with a captivating storybook aesthetic, launching on May 21st. Although the physical copy is $69.99, both Amazon and Walmart currently price it at $59.88, aligning closely with the digital edition’s cost. In an era where many tech and gaming items see rising prices, these savings on physical Switch 2 games are a welcome relief. For those hunting for more deals, we’ve curated top picks from Amazon’s extended Gaming Week sale.
Update, May 1st: The prices and availability have been updated to reflect Amazon’s alignment with Walmart’s preorder offer for both Switch 2 games.
