Gamers hoping to snag a Nintendo Switch 2 at a knockdown price during last month's Black Friday sales were left empty-handed. While PlayStation 5 deals were plentiful, offers for Nintendo's latest console were notably scarce.
Could Boxing Day 2025 Deliver the Discounts Gamers Want?
The focus now shifts to the post-Christmas sales, with speculation mounting that Boxing Day, Friday 26 December 2025, could finally bring substantial savings. The retail giant Very recently set a promising precedent, slashing £50 off the console's price for a limited 24-hour period during its '12 Days of Treats' event earlier this month.
This bold move by Very brought the console under the £350 barrier for the first time, a significant milestone that has fuelled hope among bargain hunters. If other major retailers follow suit, the Boxing Day sales could become the prime opportunity to purchase the year's most sought-after console.
What to Expect for Nintendo Switch 2 on Boxing Day
Historically, some retailers begin their Boxing Day promotions on Christmas Eve or Christmas Day. However, for big-ticket items like the Nintendo Switch 2, most analysts, including Senior tech critic Alex Lee, predict that the deepest price cuts will likely arrive after Christmas Day itself.
Black Friday's offerings were meagre, with the standard console seeing only a £10 reduction to £385, and the official Mario Kart World bundle discounted by a mere £20. The recent £50 cut by Very has therefore reset expectations, suggesting that more aggressive promotions are possible.
Current Best Offers and Where to Shop Now
For those unwilling to wait, the best available deal at present mirrors the Black Friday price. Argos is currently selling the Nintendo Switch 2 for £385.99, down from its standard £395 price point.
While this saving is modest, it represents the lowest widely available price ahead of the Christmas holiday. The console itself boasts several upgrades over its predecessor, including magnetic Joy-Cons, an improved microphone, a faster user interface, and the new GameChat feature, cementing its status as a premium yet evolutionary device.
The coming weeks will be crucial for cost-conscious gamers. With Very's aggressive pricing strategy already on the record, all eyes will be on other major UK retailers to see if they compete during the Boxing Day sales frenzy, potentially making the Nintendo Switch 2 the highlight of the post-Christmas shopping period.
