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Free to playBased on the popular Nintendo game Mario Kart, Mario Kart Tour is now available to download and play for free on Apple and Android smartphones and tablets. Simply download the game via Apple's App Store or Google Play for Android.
For other free games, see 'Free' PS4 games with Playstation Plus and 'Free' Xbox games with Xbox Live Gold.
Is it really free?
The game is totally free to download and play, you'll just need an internet connection and a free Nintendo Account. There are, however, optional in-app purchases where you’d be spending real money to obtain virtual items such as new cars/characters, or a monthly 'Gold Pass' which unlocks special items.
How to prevent children from racking up a bill
We've previously heard of children using similar games to make in-app purchases without their parents’ knowledge, resulting in unexpected bills (see our 'My child spent £150 on Fortnite' MSE news story from last year).
When setting up a Nintendo Account, you can choose to set up a special account for kids aged 15 and under, which allows parents/guardians to use parental controls to apply restrictions to the child's account, and will receive an alert if any purchases are made.
Although it is also possible to restrict in-app purchases directly on the device. See Apple's in-app purchases help or Google's in-app purchases help for how to do this.
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Latest Expired Deals
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Cheapest Nintendo Switch UK Black Friday console deals
£195 Switch Lite, £259 Switch bundle, £299 Switch OLED
ExpiredWe usually see many retailers discounting Nintendo Switch consoles and bundles as part of their Black Friday promotions. So far, we've spotted a Nintendo Switch Lite on its own for £195, a £259 Nintendo Switch and Mario Kart 8 bundle and a £279 Nintendo Switch OLED.
Last year the cheapest consoles we saw were a £160 Switch Lite bundle from Asda, a £310 Nintendo Switch OLED at Argos and a £230 Switch console on its own at Morrisons.
Here's what we spotted at 7.19am on Friday 25 November:
- Nintendo Switch Lite - £195 at Very (in yellow). Next cheapest we found, £199 at Amazon* (in turquoise and coral), Asda* and Currys*.
- Nintendo Switch - £259 at Asda* and Currys*. Next cheapest we found, £259.99 at Argos and Smyths.
- Nintendo Switch OLED (white or neon) - £299 at Amazon* (in white). Next cheapest, £299.99 at Game* (in both colours). Then £304.99 at Smyths.
- Nintendo Switch Lite bundle - £209.99 with Lego Jurassic World or Lego Marvel Super Heroes at Smyths. Next cheapest we found, £219.99 with Splatoon 3 or Minecraft at Game*.
- Nintendo Switch bundle - £259 with Mario Kart 8 at Amazon*. Next cheapest we found, £259.99 with Mario Kart 8 at Argos and Smyths.
- Nintendo Switch OLED bundle - £319 with Nintendo Switch Sports at Currys*. £329 with Mario Kart 8 at Currys*. £339.99 with Pokémon Violet and a £10 Game gift card at Game*.
Important: Don't allow yourself to get caught up in the Black Friday hype, and only ever buy what you need and can afford. Always do your own price comparisons to ensure you’ve found the best deal – don't just take a retailer's word for it.
- Nintendo Switch Lite - £195 at Very (in yellow). Next cheapest we found, £199 at Amazon* (in turquoise and coral), Asda* and Currys*.
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Cheapest Nintendo Switch UK Black Friday console deals
£160 Switch Lite bundle, £310 Nintendo Switch OLED, £230 Switch
ExpiredMany retailers are discounting Nintendo Switch consoles and bundles as part of their Black Friday promotions, and with the new OLED Nintendo Switch released last month there could be some great deals on the original console. So far, the cheapest we've seen for the console only is £230 in store only at Morrisons, but as it's not available online and stock isn't guaranteed it's probably not worth a special trip.
Last year, we saw the Nintendo Switch Lite starting from £189, and the cheapest bundle with a game from £199 – though the best deals (eg, Tesco, Aldi) got snapped up quickly. The best deals were all in bundles - be sure to check the game or accessories in the bundle you choose are right for you before buying.
Games are normally about £40 separately, and Nintendo Switch Online (used in some games, like Animal Crossing) is normally £6.99 for three months, or £17.99 for 12 months.
Here's what we spotted at 11:58am on Mon 29 Nov:
- Nintendo Switch Lite bundle - £160 with Animal Crossing: New Horizons at Asda*, or £229.99 at Smyths, choose one game like Animal Crossing: New Horizons, Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, Pokémon Brilliant Diamond/Shining Pearl, The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword, Splatoon 2. Same price at Game* (with Zelda, other games available) OUT OF STOCK. Next cheapest we found: £249.99 at Nintendo (with Mario Kart 8, other games available).
- Nintendo Switch Lite - £179 in store only with Clubcard at Tesco. Online: £199 at Asda* and Currys* (Pokémon Dialga & Palkia Onyx Edition) or £199.99 at Nintendo. SAME PRICE at Very*, and Argos*. Next cheapest we found, £212.99 at Maplin.
- Nintendo Switch - £230 in store only at Morrisons. Online: £239.99 at eBay*. Next cheapest we found, £259 at Currys*, £259.99 at Nintendo, Argos* and Game*.
- Nintendo Switch OLED (white or neon) - £309.99 at Argos*. SAME PRICE at Game*, Very*, and Smyths. Sold out at Nintendo.
- Nintendo Switch bundle - £239 in store only with Clubcard at Tesco with Mario Kart 8 and 3 months of Nintendo online. Online: £259.85 at eBay*. Next cheapest we found, £259.99 at Smyths, Game*, and Argos*. Online with Animal Crossing: New Horizons: £289.99 at Game*. Next cheapest we found, £299 at Currys* or £309.99 plus carry case at Nintendo.
- Nintendo Switch OLED bundle - £344.99 at Smyths, choose one game like Animal Crossing: New Horizons, Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, Pokémon Brilliant Diamond/Shining Pearl, The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword. Next cheapest we found, £349 at Currys* with Minecraft and 256GB memory card, or £349.99 at Game* with Mario Kart 8 Deluxe.
Important: Don't allow yourself to get caught up in the Black Friday hype, and only ever buy what you need and can afford. Always do your own price comparisons to ensure you’ve found the best deal – don't just take a retailer's word for it.
- Nintendo Switch Lite bundle - £160 with Animal Crossing: New Horizons at Asda*, or £229.99 at Smyths, choose one game like Animal Crossing: New Horizons, Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, Pokémon Brilliant Diamond/Shining Pearl, The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword, Splatoon 2. Same price at Game* (with Zelda, other games available) OUT OF STOCK. Next cheapest we found: £249.99 at Nintendo (with Mario Kart 8, other games available).
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Use the Money Mantras
Before spending, use Martin’s Mantras. If you answer 'NO' to any, then don't buy!
Then ask:
- Do I need it?
- Can I afford it?
- Have you checked prices elsewhere?
Then ask:
- Will I use it?
- Is it worth it?
Free protection for all shopping!
There's a little-known piece of legislation that turns any credit card into a financial self-defence superhero. 'Section 75' of the Consumer Credit Act means your plastic must protect anything you buy for more than £100 for free, so if there's a problem or the company goes bust, you can still get your money back.
And although Section 75 doesn't apply to debit cards, there is something else to fall back on if you've paid using a debit card, or used a credit card for a purchase under £100. Known as Chargeback, this is part of banks' and card companies' internal rules and not a legal requirement. Read full details of Section 75 or Chargeback, plus how to claim, in our guides.
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