I grew up in the era of the Nintendo GameCube, Wii and DS, along with having the original PlayStation console in my house, so gaming has always been a part of my life. From Mario Kart to Mortal Kombat to Wii Sports, my siblings and I loved gathering around and getting some good competition in.
After deciding to splurge and treat myself to the Nintendo Switch console last year, my next task was to search for and play the best games. With so many options out there, it wasn’t easy, but ultimately I landed on Mario Kart and Bratz. With more than a year of Switch playing under my belt now, I consider myself somewhat of an expert. So, if you’re new to the console or plan on purchasing the anticipated Nintendo Switch Two, you’ll want to add these games and accessories to your cart. From headphones to Minecraft to accessory packs, these essentials are perfect for gamers of all levels—and they’re all under $60.
Nintendo Switch Games and Accessories Under $60
Games Starting at $20
- Race to the Finish Line: Mario Kart has always been a staple in my house, and this Mario Kart Deluxe 8 is one of my favorites. With a whopping 48 tracks to choose from, you can race as Toad, Daisy, Wario and more of your favorite characters. It’s perfect for both beginners and experts who have been racing for years — just $51!
- Passion for Fashion: Another favorite of mine, I love playing as Chloe, Sasha, Jade and Yasmin in this Bratz: Flaunt Your Fashion game. From fun fashion adventures at the mall to becoming a makeup artist to trips to Barcelona, there are so many cool quests to take part in — just $20!
- World-Building: Generate your own world in Minecraft: Nintendo Switch. Empowering players to explore their imagination and creative potential, you can build your own homes, castles and cities, go on adventures and fend off dangerous mobs and animals to protect your land — just $37!
- Spies, Much?: You can be Sam, Clover or Alex for the day with this Totally Spies! Cyber Mission game. Take down enemies while donning the spy’s signature red, yellow and green outfits from the iconic television show and get yourself out of a jam with stylish gadgets like the lipstick laser and “compowder” — just $23!
- Speedster: Even if you don’t have a Nintendo Switch console, you’ve probably played or are familiar with Sonic. In this popular Sonic Superstars game, you can go on high-speed adventures with Sonic and his friends through NorthStar Islands — just $25!
- Adventures with Mario and Luigi: From Princess Peach to Toadette to Luigi, there are tons of characters to choose from in Super Mario Bros. U Deluxe. This game combines two Super Mario games in one for double the fun and double the adventures! — just $50!
- Reviewer-Loved: Create your own paradise on a deserted island in Animal Crossing: New Horizons. Customize your character and home, collect materials and build community with the island residents as you learn how to fish, hunt, garden and more — just $52!
- Pro Athlete Status: If you loved Wii Sports, then you’ll be reaching for Nintendo Switch Sports every day. Play golf, soccer, badminton, bowling, tennis and more of your favorite sports. With controlled motions and a leg strap accessory, you can put your best foot forward in facing opponents and reaching pro league status — just $54!
- Fun With Bluey: Recreate moments from the “Bluey” television series with this Bluey: The Videogame. Play stories set across four interactive adventures as Bluey and her family and explore iconic locations such as the Heeler House, playgrounds, creek and more — just $29!
- Explore New Worlds: Built on the foundation of the Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild game, the Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom game lets you harness the power of Link’s abilities, explore the sights of Hyrule and experiment with new weapon combinations. Reviewers call this game a masterpiece, saying, “If you are a Zelda fan, this is a must-have” — just $58!
- Ball Like a Pro: Ball like Jayson Tatum and achieve GOAT status like A’Ja Wilson in this NBA 2K25 Nintendo Switch game. Bring games to life by mastering your favorite players’ signature moves, creating rival lineups and choosing fan-favorite teams, including the Golden State Warriors and Los Angeles Lakers — just $20!
Accessories Starting at $8
- Off to the Races: Take your racing game to the next level with this Orzly Nintendo Switch Steering Wheel. Including two black wheel attachments, you’ll simply slide your Joy-Con controllers into each wheel and get ready to race. The LED screen will even show your player number and status — just $23!
- A New Way to Play: Connect your switch to this PDP Gaming Afterglow Wireless Controller for the ultimate gaming experience. Customize the look of your controller with the several LED light settings, and switch moves with the easy-to-use large buttons and controls — just $44!
- Immersive Sound Experience: These Nintendo Switch Wireless Headphones will drown out the noise so you can fully focus on your gaming skills. They include soft, cozy cushions for all-day sessions and a noise-cancelling mic to communicate and strategize with teammates and enemies — just $18!
- Game With a Group: Get the whole family in on the fun with this set of Nintendo Switch Sports Accessories. Including two grips, golf clubs, tennis rackets, swords, bowling grips and more, everyone can keep their body moving while competing for the trophy. It even comes with an organizer to keep everything ready for play — just $30!
- Space Saver: Travel light by storing all of your games on this SanDisk 128 GB Micro SDXC Card. It allows you to download and store multiple games and saves space on your system for more game time — just $17!
- Screen Protection: Over 50,000 people have purchased this glass OneTouch Screen Protector to prevent their Nintendo Switch screen from cracking. Equipped with automatic alignment, this protector is easy to install and features an anti-scratch coating as well as a fingerprint-resistant transparent layer — just $8!
- On-The-Go Gaming: Store your Nintendo Switch console, games, cords and joysticks in this number-one bestselling spacious carrying case that includes 20 game cartridges, a bottom pocket and a zipper mesh pocket — just $20!
