Under‑$30 roundup: notable Switch picks Nintendo just highlighted

Nintendo has compiled a new list of games that are regularly priced under $30 (before tax), covering both Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2. Published on Jan 9, 2026, the post collects a broad mix of genres—from bite‑size arcade survival to tactics, cozy sims, and couch co‑op. The focus is on standard, recurring prices, not temporary discounts. Below are the key details and a structured look at many of the featured titles.

What Nintendo outlined

The official post frames this as a curated look at titles that regularly retail for less than $30 (tax not included). It spans releases available on Nintendo Switch and specific “Nintendo Switch 2 Edition” versions where noted. There are no bundled promotions or accessory tie‑ins—just the games and their listed regular prices.

Standout inclusions at a glance

• Arcade survival and pick‑up‑and‑play: Vampire Survivors ($4.99), Suika Game Bundle: Main Game & Multi‑Player Mode ($5.24)
• Indie essentials and strategy favorites: Into the Breach ($14.99), A Short Hike ($7.99), Balatro ($14.99)
• Co‑op and party mainstays: Overcooked! 2 (Switch $24.99; Nintendo Switch 2 Edition $29.99), Pizza Tower ($19.99)
• Metroidvania and action: Hollow Knight ($15.00), Blasphemous ($24.99), Blasphemous 2 ($29.99)
• Cozy and sims: Stardew Valley (Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 Edition, both $14.99), Cozy Grove ($14.99)
• New‑gen editions flagged: Multiple entries specifically note Nintendo Switch 2 versions at regular prices under $30.

Regular pricing reference – selected titles

Below is a selection of games and the regular (pre‑tax) prices cited by Nintendo. Coverage spans both Switch and Switch 2 where applicable. Table: Featured titles and listed regular prices

Switch vs. Switch 2 – what’s specifically called out

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Several listings appear twice—once for Nintendo Switch and once as a Nintendo Switch 2 Edition—with regular prices still under $30. Notable examples include Stardew Valley, Plants vs. Zombies: Replanted, DAVE THE DIVER, Overcooked! 2, Hades II, and Yakuza Kiwami. This distinction simply indicates availability on the newer hardware, not a change in content noted in the post.

Pricing note and scope

Nintendo’s wording emphasizes regular prices under $30 before tax. The post groups a wide range of genres without platform‑holder commentary on sales or limited‑time offers. Where a title appears for both platforms, prices are listed separately for each version.

Final takeaway – why this matters

For players mapping out a 3-6 month backlog, the official roundup centralizes sub‑$30 regular‑price options across Switch and Switch 2. It highlights evergreen hits and recent favorites alike, helping you prioritize genres you like—strategy, co‑op, or exploration—without digging through multiple storefront categories.