Cheapest Switch 2 Games on Amazon Australia 2026

Cheapest Switch 2 Games on Amazon Australia — 2026

Nintendo games are expensive. Everyone knows it. First-party Switch 2 titles launch at A$79–99 and barely drop a dollar for years. The eShop is somehow even pricier than physical, and EB Games isn't exactly handing out bargains either. But here's the thing — if you know where to look on Amazon AU, there are Switch 2 games sitting below the RRP right now, and a few older Switch titles that run brilliantly on the new hardware with free performance upgrades.

We've gone through the Amazon AU listings and pulled together the best Switch 2 games you can buy today without cracking the hundred-dollar mark. Every game here is a physical copy that ships from Australia — no grey imports, no digital codes, no marketplace sellers charging double.

For the full ranked list across all platforms, head to our video games category page where you can filter by Switch, PlayStation and Xbox.

Quick Picks — Cheapest Switch 2 Games on Amazon AU

How Switch 2 Backwards Compatibility Works

Before we get into the list — a quick explainer, because this trips people up. The Switch 2 plays almost every original Switch game disc. Many of those games get free performance patches on Switch 2 — better frame rates, sharper resolution, faster load times. So a fifty-dollar Switch game from 2023 might look and run significantly better on your new hardware without spending a cent extra.

Games labelled "Switch 2 Edition" are enhanced re-releases with additional content and performance improvements baked in. These do NOT run on the original Switch — they're Switch 2 only. If you're buying for someone, double-check which version you're grabbing.

1. Metroid Prime 4: Beyond (Switch 2 Edition) — A$77

Metroid Prime 4: Beyond is the cheapest first-party Switch 2 title on Amazon AU right now, and it's arguably the best single-player game on the console. Samus' return to first-person exploration has been worth the decade-long wait. Gorgeous alien worlds, tight combat, and that classic Metroid Prime sense of isolation where you feel like the only person on a hostile planet.

Fifteen to twenty hours for the main campaign, with collectible hunting that extends it to thirty if you're a completionist. Runs at 60fps on Switch 2 hardware. Also runs on the original Switch at lower performance if you buy the standard (non-Switch 2 Edition) version.

Who it's for: Solo gamers in their twenties and thirties who grew up on the GameCube Primes. Also a solid pick for teens who want something more atmospheric than the average action game. Rated M.

The good: Under eighty bucks — cheapest first-party Switch 2 game, brilliant single-player, 60fps
The trade-off: First-person perspective may cause motion sickness for some, old-school save system

2. Super Mario Bros. Wonder (Switch 2 Edition) — A$85

Super Mario Bros. Wonder is the best 2D Mario game in thirty years. Every level has a Wonder Flower — a moment where the rules bend in a completely unexpected direction. One level the pipes come alive. Another the whole stage rotates. Another you turn into a living spike ball. It never repeats itself.

Four-player local co-op is where this game really shines. It's genuinely chaotic in the best way — kids screaming, adults shoving each other off platforms, everyone laughing. The Switch 2 Edition runs at 4K docked with a locked frame rate. At eighty-five bucks, it's mid-range for a Nintendo first-party title and absolutely worth it.

Who it's for: Families. Full stop. If you've got kids between five and twelve, this is the game. Also surprisingly deep for adults — the later stages are properly challenging. Rated G.

The good: Best couch co-op platformer you can buy, Wonder Flower mechanic is genius, 4K on Switch 2
The trade-off: Short main campaign (around 15 hours), online co-op is limited

3. Pokémon Legends: Z-A (Switch 2 Edition) — A$99

Pokémon Legends: Z-A finally ditches the turn-based combat and gives you real-time action. Set entirely in a reimagined Lumiose City, it's the tightest and most focused Pokémon game since HeartGold. Mega Evolutions are back and central to the combat loop, and the Switch 2 Edition runs at 60fps — a massive improvement over the choppy performance of Scarlet and Violet on the original Switch.

At ninety-nine bucks it's right at the edge of our "under a hundred" threshold, but Pokémon games famously hold their value — you won't find this cheaper for at least a year.

Who it's for: Pokémon fans aged ten to thirty. Parents buying for kids will get a safe, engaging game. Older fans who dropped off after Sword and Shield should give this a genuine shot — the real-time combat is a breath of fresh air. Rated PG.

The good: Real-time battles are the best innovation in years, 60fps on Switch 2, Mega Evolutions return
The trade-off: Smaller Pokédex than mainline entries, single-city setting

4. Mario Kart World (Switch 2) — A$95

Mario Kart World is the game that sells Switch 2 consoles. Open-world Mario Kart, 24-player races, 4K docked, and a Knockout Tour mode that's become the go-to Friday night couch game across the country. It costs ninety-five bucks, which is premium for a Nintendo racer, but this is the one you'll still be playing in 2028.

Compared to Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, it's a completely different beast. The track design is the best in the series, the sense of speed at 4K is incredible, and the online matchmaking has been solid since launch.

Who it's for: Everyone. Literally everyone. Five-year-olds, grandparents, the bloke from work who says he doesn't play games. Mario Kart is the great equaliser. Rated G.

The good: Best track design in the series, 24-player races, the definitive Switch 2 game
The trade-off: Premium Nintendo pricing, won't run on the original Switch

5. The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom (Switch) — A$102

Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom is technically a Switch game, not a Switch 2 title — but it runs on the Switch 2 with a free performance patch that bumps the frame rate and sharpens the resolution. And it's one of the highest-rated games of the entire Switch generation.

At around A$102 on Amazon AU, it's finally dipped below launch RRP. Nintendo games almost never discount, so this is about as good as it gets. The Ultrahand building system is still the most inventive mechanic in any open-world game. If you somehow missed this one, now's the time.

Who it's for: Anyone who owns a Switch or Switch 2. Teens, adults, couples playing side by side on the couch. If you've got a hundred hours to burn (semester break, long weekends, between jobs), this is the game. Rated PG.

The good: One of the best games of the decade, runs on both Switch and Switch 2, finally under launch price
The trade-off: Enormous scope can feel overwhelming, weapon durability is divisive

Tips for Finding Cheap Switch Games on Amazon AU

Buy Physical, Not Digital

The Nintendo eShop in Australia is consistently more expensive than physical copies on Amazon AU. A game that costs A$79.95 on the eShop is often A$69–75 as a physical disc. You can also trade or sell the game when you're done — digital purchases are locked to your account forever.

Watch for "Ships from and sold by Amazon AU"

Third-party marketplace sellers on Amazon AU sometimes list games at inflated prices, especially popular titles that are temporarily low-stock. Always check the seller line. If it says "Ships from and sold by Amazon AU" (or fulfilled by Amazon), you're getting the genuine local stock at the best price.

Original Switch Games Are Switch 2 Bargains

Don't overlook older Switch games. Many get free performance patches on Switch 2, meaning you can pick up a game like Breath of the Wild or Mario Odyssey for A$60–70 and it'll look noticeably better on the new hardware. The best value in the Switch 2 library right now is arguably the original Switch back catalogue.

More Gaming Picks

Want to see all our picks across Switch, PlayStation and Xbox? Head to the video games category page and use the platform filter to jump straight to your console. Looking for a headset to go with your Switch 2? Our best gaming headsets guide covers wireless and wired options from A$70 to A$500. And if you're a uni student shopping for tech, check out our best laptops for uni students guide.