Huge Nintendo Switch 2 sale is live from $8 at Amazon — 13 deals I'd shop on games and accessories

No Sleep For Kaname Date is a mind-bending detective visual novel game that's a must-play for wannabe sleuths. While its story is on the shorter side, it bridges the gap between the first and second games in the AI: The Somnium Files series and serves as a decent entry point for new players.

Yakuza 0 has been enhanced via the Director's Cut. Set in 1980s Japan, you play Kazuma Kiryu in a sprawling crime drama that is plenty gripping but also mixed with the franchise's trademark quirky humor. The Director's Cut included new cutscenes that add to the story, and the gameplay is a mix of action-packed melee brawls and addictive mini-games.

Sonic X Shadow Generations combines a remaster of 2011's Sonic Generations, a love letter to the Blue Blur that remains a fan-favorite to this day, with a new Shadow-focused campaign. It's a strong package that will appeal to fans of both 2D and 3D Sonic adventures. Plus, the new Shadow-focused extra chapter is a total blast.

Split Fiction is a co-op adventure where two writers, Mio and Zoe, get trapped in a chaotic mix of their own stories. One minute you're dodging cyber ninjas, the next, you're riding dragons. It’s all about teamwork, solving puzzles and navigating wild genre mashups to escape their own imaginations. Even better, thanks to the Friend Pass, you only need to buy a single copy to play the entire game online with a pal.

One of the more overlooked Nintendo Switch 2 launch titles, Bravely Default Flying Fairy HD Remaster, gives the original turn-based role-playing adventure a makeover and adds new minigames, a refreshed UI and other quality-of-life improvements. It's now the definitive way to enjoy this JRPG classic and is perfect for newcomers or longtime franchise fans.

Madden NFL 26, the latest title in the long-running professional football franchise from EA Sports, offers a number of upgrades that justify picking it up. Including improved graphics on Switch 2, new mechanics and a great Superstar mode. Plus, this version of the popular football simulation lets you play on the go, so you can win the Super Bowl at home or while traveling.

Rune Factory Guardians of Azuma packs a lot in. In this RPG, you'll need to fight enemies, tend to your farm, craft and more. And for the first time in the Rune Factory series, you can also manage your town by constructing buildings to entice more townsfolk to move in!

Civilization VII makes some of the biggest changes yet to the established formula, and while not all of these additions are necessarily for the best, it remains one of the deepest strategy games on the market. This is a game you can play for literally thousands of hours.

The latest entry in the annual NBA 2K series has entered the court, and it's once again the most polished and authentic way to play basketball from the comfort of your couch. NBA 2K26 includes the series' standard suite of online and offline modes, including MyTEAM and MyGM. The Switch 2 version isn't as graphically impressive as on other consoles, but it does offer portable play. That's a pretty big advantage.

WWE 2K2K is the latest annual installment in the premier wrestling simulator, and this new WWE experience goes beyond the ring with the new The Island mode, letting you step outside the ropes and explore a themed world. It also includes all the fan-favorite modes you'd expect and a career where you can build your own legacy.

Adding a screen protector to your Switch 2 is a must, especially if you plan to play in portable mode regularly. This one comes with an installation tray to make the installation process much easier. Plus, you get two screen protectors in the pack, so you can share one with a friend or have a second try if your first attempt isn't successful.

The tomtoc Switch 2 Slim Carry Case is a great choice for taking your Nintendo handheld just about anywhere. It offers a form-fitting profile that doesn't add significant bulk to the console, and tomtoc claims it offers "military-standard-drop" protection, which should come in handy if you're the clumsy sort.

The GameSir Super Nova is one of the cheapest controllers featuring Hall Effect triggers and thumbsticks, both of which lend you an edge in gaming. Compatible with a range of devices, the Super Nova boasts great gaming performance and it comes with a charging dock. It’s competitively priced, and its companion software is user-friendly, too.