A new promotion on the deals platform Woot is offering a way to acquire the Nintendo Switch 2 for $400, a substantial saving ahead of its planned price increase. This offer is available until July 25 or while supplies last, and is expected to sell out quickly.
The current deal involves a $22 discount using the code "GIFT26." Additionally, first-time Woot shoppers can receive a further $50 off, bringing the total potential savings to $100 off the console's regular price. This promotion makes the Switch 2 available at a price point comparable to some of the best holiday sales from last year.
Nintendo is scheduled to raise the price of the Switch 2 from its launch price of $450 to $500 starting September 1. This upcoming price adjustment is attributed to various market pressures, including tariffs and increased costs for gaming hardware components such as memory and storage, driven in part by an AI industry surge. Experts anticipate that these component price increases, referred to as "RAMageddon," could continue through at least 2028, potentially impacting the long-term cost of the Switch 2.
This $400 price point is likely to be the most affordable option for the Switch 2 for the remainder of 2026 and possibly beyond. The previous year saw similar significant deals, such as a $450 bundle that included Mario Kart World, highlighting the rarity of such substantial discounts on the console.