You can save $20 on the Super Mario Galaxy game bundle when you buy a Nintendo Switch 2

At a glance:

• $20 discount on the Super Mario Galaxy + Super Mario Galaxy 2 bundle when buying a $449.99 Nintendo Switch 2
• Bundle price is $499.99 and is available at Amazon, Best Buy, GameStop and Target until May 9
• Switch 2 upgrades include a 7.9‑inch 120 Hz LCD, 256 GB storage and magnetic Joy‑Con 2 controllers

What the promotion includes

Nintendo is tying the launch of the Super Mario Galaxy movie to a limited‑time hardware bundle. From now through May 9 you can purchase a Nintendo Switch 2 console together with both titles—Super Mario Galaxy and Super Mario Galaxy 2—for $499.99. The regular price of the console is $449.99, so the bundle saves $20 off the combined cost of the console plus the two games sold separately. The offer is listed on the product pages of Amazon, Best Buy, GameStop and Target. Amazon applies the discount automatically with a single‑click “Add‑to‑Cart” button, while the other three retailers require shoppers to add the console and either the physical or digital editions of the games to their carts before the promotion banner appears beneath the Switch 2 price.

Switch 2 hardware upgrades

The new Switch 2 builds on the original hybrid design but introduces several notable improvements. It features a larger 7.9‑inch LCD panel that can reach a 120 Hz maximum refresh rate, delivering smoother handheld gameplay. Storage jumps from the original 32 GB to 256 GB—eight times the capacity—so users can install more titles without a microSD card. Performance is markedly faster, and a recent firmware update adds resolution and frame‑rate boosts for many existing Switch games when played in handheld mode.

The console ships with magnetic Joy‑Con 2 controllers that double as mice in compatible games and include a shortcut button for Nintendo’s GameChat feature, which is available to Nintendo Switch Online subscribers. Connectivity has been upgraded to two USB‑C ports; both support charging, but only the bottom port supports video output via the included dock. The Switch 2 remains compatible with the vast majority of original Switch titles, ensuring a smooth transition for existing owners.

Remastered Galaxy games

Super Mario Galaxy and Super Mario Galaxy 2 arrive as a free remastered two‑pack for Switch 2 users. Originally Wii exclusives, the games now run at 4K resolution on the newer hardware and benefit from an updated user interface. New features include an Assist Mode that offers gameplay hints, an in‑game music player for soundtrack swapping, and additional Storybook Chapters that expand the narrative experience. The improvements are delivered via a free system update, meaning any Switch 2 owner automatically receives the enhancements without extra cost.

How to claim the discount

To secure the $20 savings, shoppers should follow the retailer‑specific checkout flow:

1. Amazon – locate the “Nintendo Switch 2 with Super Mario Galaxy + Galaxy 2” bundle and click “Add to Cart.” The discount is applied instantly.
2. Best Buy, GameStop, Target – add the Switch 2 console and the chosen edition (physical or digital) of each Galaxy title to the cart. A promotion banner will appear beneath the console price, confirming the $20 reduction before checkout.

All four retailers list the bundle price as $499.99, and the promotion ends on May 9. After that date, the games can still be purchased separately, but the bundled discount will no longer be available.

Why the deal matters for gamers

The timing aligns with the Super Mario Galaxy movie release, creating cross‑media synergy that nudges both moviegoers and longtime fans toward the Switch ecosystem. For new buyers, the bundle reduces the overall cost of entering Nintendo’s current hardware generation while delivering two of the platform’s most acclaimed 3‑D platformers in enhanced form. Existing Switch owners may also consider upgrading to benefit from the higher refresh rate, larger storage, and the performance boost that now applies to many legacy titles.

Looking ahead

Nintendo has hinted that future updates could bring additional performance tweaks to other first‑party games, leveraging the Switch 2’s upgraded SoC. As the holiday shopping season approaches, the $20 discount positions the console as a competitive option against rival handhelds and next‑gen consoles, especially for families seeking a family‑friendly, portable gaming experience.