A Very Nintendo Holiday 2022

'Tis the season! We're thrilled to share a sneak peek at some of the most exciting offerings from Nintendo that will definitely be on many kid (and kid-at-heart!) wish lists this holiday season. You’re sure to give the gift of fun with any one of these amazing offerings.

A FAMILY OF SUPER SYSTEMS

With Nintendo's fantastic family of systems - Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch - OLED Model and Nintendo Switch Lite - you're sure to find your way to play.

Nintendo Switch is designed to perfectly fit your life, transforming seamlessly from home console to portable system. Nintendo Switch offers three different play modes: TV mode, tabletop mode and handheld mode. Available Now: $399.99 CAD

With an enhanced experience in all three play modes, the Nintendo Switch - OLED Model gives you another option for how you can play the vast library of games. The system has a number of new features including a vibrant 7-inch OLED screen and a wide adjustable stand. Available now: $449.99 CAD

Perfect for gaming on the go, Nintendo Switch Lite is built for handheld play—so you can dive into your favourite games wherever you are. Pick your favourite hue from five colour options: yellow, grey, turquoise, coral or blue. Available Now: $259.99 CAD

GREAT GAMES FOR EVERYONE ON YOUR LIST

Splatoon 3

Get ready to make a splash with the long-awaited follow-up to one of Nintendo's most unique and exciting game franchises: Splatoon 3.

This game delivers more of the series' signature ink-fueled action, in which players use colourful ink to control turf and soak the competition.

In addition to the return of fan-favourite multiplayer modes like Turf War and Salmon Run, Splatoon 3 features an engaging new single-player story mode and an array of new features! Are you ready for this splat-tastic adventure?

Available now: $79.99

Pokémon Scarlet and Pokémon Violet

Calling all Pokémon fans! Are you ready to experience the newest chapter in the Pokémon series? Get ready for Pokémon Scarlet and Pokémon Violet!

These are the first truly open-world Pokémon games - marking an evolutionary step forward for the series. Players can freely explore the new Paldea region without any borders or routes to follow - taking in the wide expanses of sky, sea, forests, streets and terrain at their pace. As players hone their Pokémon trainer skills, they'll be able to immerse themselves in a newly evolved adventure.

Available now: $79.99 ($159.99 for the Double Pack Edition)

Nintendo Switch Sports

Get moving this holiday season with Nintendo Switch Sports. ​

Nintendo Switch Sports brings all of the fun and glory of sports directly into your living room. There are six sports to compete in - Badminton, Volleyball, Soccer, Tennis, Bowling and Chambara. Plus, a seventh sport - Golf - will be added to the game later this year.

Using intuitive motion controls, Nintendo Switch Sports allows players to turn real-life movements into in-game actions, like adding spin to a tennis shot or kicking a soccer ball (using the Leg Strap accessory). See you on the court, pitch or bowling lane?

Available now: $49.99

Kirby and the Forgotten Land

The powerful, pink puffball is back!

Embark on an unforgettable journey with Kirby and the Forgotten Land. In this game, you'll explore a mysterious world and unleash Kirby's powerful transformations - like the brand new Mouthful Mode that allows you to transform into real-world objects. Plus, you can use the local co-op multiplayer mode to team up with a friend for twice the fun!

Available now: $79.99

Mario Strikers: Battle League

Get ready to tackle, pass and score in the action-packed Mario Strikers: Battle League.

In this game, you'll be challenged to a game of Strike, a 5-on-5 soccer-like sport except there are no rules! Your favourite Super Mario characters - like Mario, Peach, and Yoshi - will take to the pitch and stop at nothing to win. You can even take the gameplay online and start a club with up to 20 players, or play at home with up to 8 players on one system!

Available now: $79.99

Plus: Access the Mario Kart 8 Deluxe – Booster Course Pass

Hit the road in Mario Kart 8 Deluxe - one of the most popular games for the Nintendo Switch system. It’s the definitive version of Mario Kart, with more characters and courses to choose from than ever before.

Plus, throughout the year, a total of 48 remastered courses from the Mario Kart series will be made playable through new downloadable content (free to anyone with a paid Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack membership). The first content pack launched earlier this year, with eight remastered courses released - including beloved favourites like N64 Choco Mountain and Wii Coconut Mall!

Available now: $32.99 or at no additional cost with a Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack membership.

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About Nintendo: Nintendo Co., Ltd., headquartered in Kyoto, Japan, has been providing a wide range of entertainment products and experiences since its founding in 1889, beginning with the manufacture and sale of Hanafuda playing cards.

Since the 1983 release of the Family Computer (Famicom) system in Japan, and continuing through Nintendo Switch 2, Nintendo’s focus has been the development, manufacturing, and sale of its gaming systems and software. To date, Nintendo has sold more than 5.9 billion video games and over 860 million hardware units globally, and has created franchises such as Mario™, Donkey Kong™, The Legend of Zelda™, Pokémon™, Metroid™, Kirby™, Animal Crossing™, Pikmin™, and Splatoon™. Nintendo strives to expand the number of people who have access to its characters and worlds. Its continuing mission is to put smiles on the faces of everyone it touches with unique entertainment experiences, centered on its integrated video game hardware and software products. 

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