Switch 2 Price Hike Undone: Amazon Brings Back AU$699 Tag
This deal offers a rare chance to save AU$70 on the Switch 2, but with hardware prices rising, such discounts may become increasingly scarce.
This deal offers a rare chance to save AU$70 on the Switch 2, but with hardware prices rising, such discounts may become increasingly scarce.
Key points - Amazon is selling the Nintendo Switch 2 for AU$699, down from AU$769. - The Switch 2's RRP increased to AU$769 in September. - The standalone console does not include any games. - Other Amazon deals include Dragon's Dogma 2: Dark Arisen for AU$84 and Metroid Prime 4 for AU$79.
Timeline - September: Nintendo Switch 2 RRP increased to AU$769. - Last week: JB Hi-Fi offered Switch 2 for AU$699, but the deal expired. - Now: Amazon is offering Switch 2 for AU$699.
FAQ
Q: Is this the lowest price for the Switch 2? A: Currently, AU$699 matches the pre-September RRP. Given the RAM crisis, it's unlikely to drop much lower soon.
Q: Does the deal include any games? A: No, it's the standalone console. You'll need to buy games separately.
Q: Will the Switch 2 be cheaper on Black Friday? A: Probably not, due to rising hardware costs. This might be the best deal you'll see.
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