Today marks the final opportunity to secure a $10 discount on physical copies of Nintendo Switch Sports Resort, which launches for the Nintendo Switch 2 on October 22. Both Amazon and Walmart are offering preorder savings that reduce the price of the physical edition to match that of the digital version.
Players looking to purchase the game can currently find it for $49.94, a reduction from the standard $59.99 price expected after release. This promotional pricing is anticipated to conclude with the game's official launch.
For those without a Nintendo Switch 2, a bundle including the console and a digital copy of Nintendo Switch Sports Resort is available at Amazon for $529.99. This package offers a $20 saving compared to purchasing the items separately and also includes a three-month individual membership to Nintendo Switch Online.
Nintendo Switch Sports Resort features 12 distinct sports designed for local and online multiplayer, with up to four players able to compete locally. The game utilizes motion controls via Joy-Con 2, requiring players to actively engage with the controllers for gameplay. The 12 sports included are Tennis, Bowling, Archery, Boxing, Volleyball, Table Tennis, Basketball, Golf, Thumb Wrestling, Prop Plane, Skateboarding, and Power Cruising.
Reviews of the game have indicated a positive reception. IGN's review awarded Nintendo Switch Sports Resort a score of 7/10, describing it as a "fun and playful collection overall that shines as the party game it’s meant to be," while acknowledging variations in the quality of individual sports. The article highlighted that the preorder discount on physical copies is expected to expire upon the game's release tomorrow, October 22, urging interested buyers to take advantage of the savings before then.