Nintendo has released a temporary Switch 2 bundle in the United States called the Nintendo Switch 2: Choose Your Game Bundle. For $500, it includes the console and a digital game of your choice from Mario Kart World, Donkey Kong Bananza, or Pokémon Pokopia. The offer is valid for a limited time and while supplies last, a direct strategy to boost sales at launch.
Technical analysis: price and catalog of the promotional bundle 🎮
The bundle represents a savings of $70 compared to buying the console ($450) and game ($70) separately. The digital selection links the title to the user's account, with no possibility of physical resale. Nintendo is betting on three key franchises to attract different profiles: speed with Mario Kart, platforming with Donkey Kong, and exploration with Pokémon. The promotion aims to accelerate the adoption of the new generation of hardware.
The promotion that forces you to choose between three heavyweights 🤯
Choosing between Mario Kart, Donkey Kong, and Pokémon is like asking a child to pick between ice cream, pizza, or candy. The decision can spark family arguments or existential crises in the store. But beware, the bundle is for a limited time: if you hesitate too long, you'll end up without a console and with your wallet intact. At least Nintendo spares us the drama of having to buy all three at once.