Gamers rush to buy $200 Nintendo Switch now scanning at checkout for dozens less
GAMERS have been rushing to Best Buy to score a Nintendo Switch Lite going for a fraction of the price.
The Switch Lite was released by Nintendo in September 2019 and typically sets shoppers back around $200.
1 Gamers have been rushing to Best Buy to score a Nintendo Switch Lite that's on sale Credit: Best Buy
But as of Memorial Day morning, users can purchase a refurbished option for just $159.99 – $40 in savings or a 20 percent discount.
Refurbished items are second-hand devices that have been tested and restored to good working order.
Best Buy also mentions to users that the Lites are certifiably refurbished by Geek Squad.
"Geek Squad Certified Refurbished products are thoroughly, painstakingly, and lovingly tested, so you can be sure that your device will work right, right away," Best Buy's website reads.
Shoppers only have the option to purchase the handheld gadget in turquoise.
NINTENDO SWITCH LITE
Nintendo's switch allows users to have all the fun of gaming while on the go.
The Lite especially, is optimized for portability, measuring just 3.6 by 8.2 by 0.55 inches and weighing only 0.61 pounds.
It features a "sleek unibody design" that is "fully integrated with controls and a built-in control pad," Best Buy notes.
What's more, it's compatible with all physical and digital Nintendo Switch games that support handheld mode.
You can even link up to eight Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch Lite systems together to play multiplayer games.
USER REVIEWS
The handheld console has a great average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars on Best Buy's website.
"I was honestly surprised when it arrived because it came with the box and looked as though it was brand new!" one person said.
"I wanted to play with it for a few weeks before deciding to write a review. If you’ve ever contemplated whether or not it’s worth it getting a GeekSquad certified refurbished electronic, I highly recommend it! I’m definitely a happy customer :)," they added.
"Very cute and small. I love my Switch. I used to play video games back in middle school, and when I saw the Switch I had to get it," a second reviewer noted.
"It has been excellent and no problems. I love it!!!!" a third reviewer remarked.
Source: The US Sun
