Nintendo Switch 2 stock sells out fast but gamers can save £185 with this OLED deal
The Nintendo Switch 2 is now available to buy in the UK but retailers including Currys and Very sold out fast. For those who missed out, we found a deal on an OLED model that saves £185
It's Nintendo Switch 2 launch day, and after months of anticipation, the new console has finally landed on shelves across the UK. Some keen gamers queued up overnight to get their hands on a Switch 2 as soon as doors opened, with some retailers hosting a midnight launch for the most dedicated fans.
Stock sold out fast at retailers including Currys and Very, while the likes of Amazon, My Nintendo Store and EE are still taking orders. Prices are largely consistent across the board, ranging from £395 to £395.99 for the console, with bundle deals available including the Switch 2 and Mario Kart World for £429.99.
However, given that the console is pricey, some shoppers might want to consider opting for the previous Switch models, which have seen a hefty price reduction. The cheapest deal we've spotted is for the red and blue Neon Nintendo Switch OLED, now reduced to £207.60 at Onbuy - £187.40 less than the Switch 2, with the white model priced at £209.99.
Over at Amazon, the White Switch OLED is now down to £243.99, while the Neon Switch OLED is £275. We've also found a way to knock up to £210 off the price of a standard Switch by trading in an old console at Very.
The retailer will slash the price to £49 when you trade in a PlayStation 5, with discounts also on offer for those swapping an Xbox Series X, Meta Quest 3, PlayStation 4 or vintage gaming gear like Gameboys and Sega Mega Drives. For those seeking a more affordable option within Nintendo's Switch lineup, the Switch Lite stands out as a budget-conscious choice at £166 on Amazon, reports the Express.
This model is designed exclusively for handheld play, making it perfect for gamers who aren't concerned about connecting to a TV. But those opting for the Switch OLED model will be treated to a device that has garnered over 2,800 five-star ratings from Amazon shoppers.
One happy customer of the console: "Not my first Nintendo Switch, but my first OLED version, and the difference really is night and day. The screen is a million times better than the standard Switch and Switch Lite, the games and colours pop so much more and are really vibrant. As you come to expect with Nintendo, there is a brilliant selection of games for all ages. Top tip if buying the white model, invest in a protective shell case for the actual console and Joy-Cons."
This gamer highlighted a possible drawback, saying: "I've noticed the OLED generates more heat faster than the original model. I tried dimming the brightness and lowering the volume, but the fan whirred like crazy after two hours. I advise taking breaks here and there from the Switch if in handheld mode."
But another satisfied shopper said: "This new updated Switch OLED really is worth the upgrade. It has 64GB of memory, twice what the original Switch has, and the console is faster at updates and loading games. With its OLED screen, it is much clearer to play games on the move and has better battery life too. Overall, it is worth every penny."
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