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Former Nintendo of America president Reggie Fils-Aime explains at NYU that Nintendo ships games complete and avoids large day-one updates or frequent discounts, a “Kyoto craftsmanship” mindset that prioritizes quality over discounting; while some sales occur on the eShop, price cuts are usually modest and not the norm for most titles.
Spike Chunsoft announces a Nintendo eShop Spring Sale running April 17–29, 2026, with discounts up to 90% on select titles.
New Rosalina and Samus Nintendo eShop cards have surfaced at retailers in digital form (Rosalina $200, Samus $150) with no physical versions yet; the article notes Rosalina’s heightened presence in recent games and media and Samus’s ongoing Metroid adventures. A sale on $10 eShop cards reduces them to about $8.98, with bulk purchases saving more, and Nintendo refreshed some older eShop card designs last year.
Nintendo generally doesn’t offer digital refunds on the eShop, but it occasionally makes one-time exceptions for special circumstances when a game is unfinished or significantly flawed; examples include Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition on Switch 2, Sonic Colors: Ultimate at launch, and Pokemon Scarlet and Violet. To request a refund, consult Nintendo of America’s customer-service options or call 1-800-255-3700.
Nintendo Switch (and Switch 2) users can grab the Leisure Suit Larry – Wet Dreams Saga two-game bundle for about $3.24 on the Nintendo eShop through March 3, a 95% discount (roughly $1.62 per game). The bundle includes Wet Dreams Don’t Dry (2018) and Wet Dreams Dry Twice (2020); both are backward compatible with the current Switch, and there’s no native Switch 2 version yet. The developer CrazyBunch is reportedly shutting down.
A pricing error on the Switch 2 eShop led to a massive discount on Cyberpunk 2077: Ultimate Edition and The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, but CD Projekt Red confirmed the original prices were incorrect. Customers who purchased at the discounted rates can keep the games, with new, corrected discounts now in place.
Nintendo Life's October 2025 eShop Selects highlights the top three games based on staff reviews: 3rd place Absolum, 2nd place Xenotilt, and 1st place Ball x Pit, with other notable mentions including Lumo 2 and Mortal Kombat: Legacy Kollection, showcasing a diverse lineup of highly-rated indie and mainstream titles for the Nintendo Switch.
Fans speculate that Pokémon Legends: Z-A may have hidden multiplayer features based on eShop descriptions, despite official confirmation only mentioning single-player mode; further details are awaited, possibly revealed during upcoming Pokémon events.
The Nintendo Switch 2 has released its day one update (version 20.1.1), adding features like network functions, game sharing, online services, and compatibility with microSD Express Cards, which is required for using game key cards and expanding storage. The update also enables linking with smartphone apps and uploading media to the server, with users prompted to update during initial setup.
Nightdive Studios has released 'The Thing: Remastered' on the US Nintendo eShop for $29.99, with a European release delayed until later this month due to unforeseen circumstances. This remaster of the 2002 survival horror game features enhanced graphics and gameplay improvements, including 4K resolution and up to 144 FPS. Players take on the role of Cpt J.F. Blake, leading a team against shape-shifting aliens in Antarctica. The game is also set to release on Xbox consoles and Game Pass.
In celebration of Mario Day, Nintendo is offering discounts on popular games and accessories, including Mario Golf: Super Rush, Mario Party Superstars, a $50 Nintendo eShop gift card, Yoshi’s Crafted World, Luigi’s Mansion 3, Samsung QN90B LCD/LED TV, Puro Sound Labs PuroQuiet-Plus noise-cancelling kids headphones, Hori Nintendo Switch Split Pad Pro, and a 14-day free trial for Nintendo Switch Online. These deals provide opportunities for savings and enhancing the gaming experience for Nintendo Switch users.
Playstack's roguelike deckbuilder game, Balatro, has been removed from European Nintendo eShops after its age rating was changed from 3+ to 18+ by PEGI due to concerns about gambling imagery, despite the publisher's assurance that the game does not contain gambling themes. The game remains available on the US Switch eShop with a 10+ ESRB rating. Playstack is working to resolve the issue and get the game back on sale as soon as possible.
The Hits for the Holidays sale is now live on the Nintendo eShop in North America, offering discounts of up to 75% on a wide range of Nintendo Switch games. The sale runs until January 3, 2024, and includes popular titles such as Metroid Dread, Monster Hunter Rise, and Batman: Arkham Trilogy. Other notable deals include discounts on Among Us, Disco Elysium: The Final Cut, and Super Mario Maker 2. Gamers can browse the eShop for more deals and take advantage of last-minute holiday shopping opportunities.
Nintendo is offering discounts on select Switch games in their Hits for the Holidays Sale on the Nintendo eShop, with some titles discounted up to 50%. Games like Metroid Dread and Red Dead Redemption are included in the sale. Additionally, Nintendo eShop gift cards are available for purchase, with a $10 gift card currently on sale for 10% off at $8.98 on Amazon. The sale offers a wide variety of game deals, and there are also gift guides available for Nintendo fans.
Nintendo Switch Online subscribers in Europe can enjoy a free game trial of Fae Farm from November 22nd to 28th. The trial offers full access to the game, which features beautiful visuals and plenty of activities. Fae Farm is also available with a 25% discount in the European Nintendo eShop Black Friday sale.