You can save up to $50 on some Nintendo Switch games for Mario Day

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March 10th is the unofficial holiday to celebrate all things Nintendo, and a variety of retailers are offering bargains on first-party Nintendo titles and some of the best accessories for the Nintendo Switch. The Nintendo Switch models are not currently discounted, but they are readily available for anyone who has been looking to upgrade from the classic Switch.

It is not often that we see substantial discounts on first-party titles, especially the digital versions. Most of these titles are on sale for less than their retail price, which will last until March 13th. We rounded up some of the highlights, whether you're a fan of tried-and-true platformers or co-op games that are bound to test your friends.

Super Mario Odyssey is the keystone title for the Nintendo Switch. There is plenty of charm in the latest iteration of the Mario franchise. Mario's ability to possess just about anything in the game world, thanks to his new companion, Cappy, is perhaps the most interesting and prevalent twist. Habitual creatures and objects are a big part of the Odyssey's numerous challenges and puzzles.

Super Mario Odyssey is a game with a firm understanding of what the franchise has done well in the past and builds on it in some interesting and unexpected ways. It is an absolute must for fans of Mario, platformers as a whole, or just about anyone who owns a Switch. Read the review.

• $48 at Walmart (physical)
• $49 at Best Buy (physical)

Mario + Rabbids: Kingdom Battle is an amazing turn-based strategy game that owes much of its success to games like XCOM and Fire Emblem. The cast of Mario and Co. are brought into an isometric strategy game with a surprising amount of challenge, even for veterans of the genre.

The game has the same aesthetic as other Mario titles, with gold coins and plants, but the similarities end there. Kingdom Battle doesn't share the same meta-strategy layer as its peers, but there's still plenty of depth. Mario + Rabbids: Kingdom Battle is a fun addition to the genre. Read the review.

• $10 at Nintendo (digital)

Everyone's favorite green dinosaur is featured in the yarn-and-cardboard-flavored game, "Yoshi's Crafted World." It is one of the more charming titles to come from Nintendo, with levels and characters made from everyday objects. Read the review.

• $40 at Best Buy
• $40 at Nintendo

Super Mario Party remains one of the most attractive and expansive Mario Party titles to date, and it's possible that Mario Party is still the best way to settle a dispute out of court. Even with the release of Mario Party Superstars last year, the popular Switch game features four boards and 80 mini- games, making it worthwhile.

It is important to note that Super Mario Party uses the motion controls on the Joy-Con. Each player will need their own Joy-Con and wrist strap, as this presents the opportunity for some unique and clever mini games. It is difficult to deny the charm and nostalgia of Super Mario Party despite its flaws. Read the review.

• $30 at Best Buy
• $30 at eBay

If you love kart racing and love Mario, there's no better way to combine the two than in Mario Kart 8. 48 new courses are expected to launch through 2023 as paid DLC, and it is packed with plenty of courses and characters.

• $40 at Amazon
• $40 at Best Buy

Luigi's Mansion 3 has players controlling the character as he explores a haunted hotel in an effort to rescue his brother and friends. Read the review.

• $40 at GameStop
• $40 at Target

It is like Mario Kart, but for real. Mario Kart Live: Home Circuit lets you make your own tracks and zoom around your living room with tiny versions of the characters from Mario Kart. One of the more entertaining ways to frighten your pets. Read the review.

• $60 at GameStop
• $60 at Best Buy

The Nintendo Switch games are the highlight of the sale, but you can find lots of deals on accessories as well. If you want to expand the storage capacity of your Switch, there are a number of microSD cards on sale from SanDisk, including a 512GB model that is currently discounted at Amazon. You can find a 512GB model from Lexar on sale at Amazon for less than its normal price. The bulk of the cards with less storage are on sale.

There is a balance between capacity, price, and performance in the 512GB model of the Lexar Play. In our experience, the best way to go is to consolidate all of your games onto a single card.

If you're planning on playing mostly digital games, you'll have to give up the built-in storage space on the Nintendo Switch models. The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild takes up more than 14 gigabytes of space.

• $62 at Amazon
• $62 at B&H Photo

Taking your switch on the go without a protective case is asking for trouble. A couple of stylish cases are currently discounted at Best Buy. Right now, you can get a Mario Kart and Super Mario Odyssey themed case from RDS Industries for just $9.99, down from their usual price of $19.99. There is an exclusive, Mario-themed case on sale at GameStop.

The carrying case for the Nintendo Switch is compatible with all models and has eight cases inside. The screen cover can be used to prop up the switch.

The case is compatible with all Nintendo Switch models. There are cases for the switch and a screen protectors that can be used to prop up the device.

The Nintendo Switch Pro Controller is the best way to play games on the big screen. The Enhanced Wireless Controller for the Switch is currently discounted at Amazon and Best Buy. The controllers are available in a variety of styles with some for as little as $34.99, a solid discount from their usual price.

The PowerA Enhanced Wireless controller is one of the best alternatives to the Nintendo Switch Pro Controller. It is less expensive and has remappable back buttons than its first-party counterpart. You can pair the controller with PCs and mobile devices thanks to the added benefit.

The controller is available in a wide variety of designs. The PowerA Enhanced Wireless Controller is a budget-conscious alternative to the Switch Pro Controller if you plan to use it with other devices.

• $35 at Amazon
• $40 at Best Buy

If you want to show your support for Mario and his friends, there are discounts on a lot of fun Nintendo-themed apparel. Best Buy is selling a pack of seven pairs of Super-Mario-themed socks for just $14.99, which is less than the price of the actual socks. The cast of the Mushroom Kingdom is featured in a wide variety of hoodies and T-shirts.

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