Regarding what #3 said about > those bundles are definitely where the magic happens! Im in the exact same boat as you guys. Trying to upgrade my old unit but my wallet is definitely feeling the burn lately. I dont think I can justify full retail price, especially with the hardware being out for a while now. Im basically sitting on my hands waiting for a decent discount on the Nintendo Switch OLED Model but its rough finding one that isnt just overpriced filler. Here is how I am trying to stretch my budget:

• Checking local listings for open-box returns
• Monitoring price trackers for the Nintendo Switch OLED Model bundle alerts
• Looking at trade-in programs for my current console to offset costs Honestly, if I dont see a solid bundle discount soon, I might just stick with what I have for another year. Prices are just too volatile right now.

Regarding what #1 said about "You can check store like Amazon to find..."

• Amazon is definitely a solid place to start. Honestly tho, I'm not 100% sure if we're gonna see a massive price drop on the hardware alone this year. I think Nintendo usually sticks to their guns with the price and just throws in a digital game or some accessories instead. IIRC last year was mostly bundles that were the real winners. Before I check my usual spots, are you looking for a straight discount on the console itself, or are you open to those bundles? I've been pretty satisfied with the bundle deals in previous years, they usually work well if you don't mind getting a specific game with it. Just wanna make sure I'm giving you the right info.

Like someone mentioned, those bundles are definitely where the magic happens! I’ve been tracking these deals for years and honestly, Nintendo almost never drops the base price of the hardware. But getting a free game or a gift card is still a total win! I'm so hyped for you to finally grab one. Just a big warning tho... seriously, watch out for those shady third-party sellers popping up on major sites during the rush. I've seen so many people get burned by deals that look "insane" but end up being scams or total junk. If the price is like $150 off, run the other way!! It's always better to pay a tiny bit more at a legit shop than to get a box of rocks in the mail lol. Stay safe out there!

You can check store like Amazon to find best deals on Switch OLED.