By Dan Kim
Dan Kim is a writer focused on deals, commerce, and video games. He has contributed to over 30,000 deals posts, covering most of Wirecutter's picks.
In these weird and Wonder-filled times, we’re taking a break from the real world to celebrate the gaming legend Mario on his very own holiday.
Established by Nintendo in 2016, this annual celebration on March 10 (that’s right, March + 10 = Mar10) pays homage to everyone’s favorite Italian plumber with celebrations, art, and even opportunities to save on beloved Mario games and Nintendo Switch favorites.
While we haven’t seen any direct flights to the Mushroom Kingdom recently, we have braved Bowser’s Castle to find you only the best deals on TVs, headphones, Nintendo Switch accessories, and anything else you might need to 1-up your next gaming session.
Here’s the deal
- Mario Golf: Super Rush (Nintendo Switch, digital download)
- Mario Party Superstars (Nintendo Switch, digital download)
- $50 Nintendo eShop Gift Card (email delivery)
- Yoshi’s Crafted World (Nintendo Switch, digital download)
- Luigi’s Mansion 3 (Nintendo Switch, digital download)
- Samsung QN90B LCD/LED TV (43-inch)
- Puro Sound Labs PuroQuiet-Plus noise-cancelling kids headphones
- Hori Nintendo Switch Split Pad Pro (black)
- Nintendo Switch Online 14-Day Free Trial
Mario Golf: Super Rush (Nintendo Switch, digital download)
After years of battling Bowser for the fate of the Mushroom Kingdom, the big man finally gets some time to relax and play a round of golf. Take your time through a peaceful 18-hole round in single-player mode or turn up the intensity and fun with other players via Nintendo Switch Online.
Other things to know: The latest title in the Mario Golf series. Tee off with up to three other players. Mild cartoon violence. Nintendo Switch Online subscription required to play online.
Read our review of the best video games to ride out the end of winter.
Mario Party Superstars (Nintendo Switch, digital download)
Mario Party Superstars is the best Mario Party game in years. It’s a love letter to the series that includes minigames and boards from the classics but also incorporates new ideas and better polish. If you want to have silly competitive fun with your family and friends, few games are better than this.
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Other things to know: One to four players. Intuitive controls. Digital version of the game rarely goes on sale.
Read our article on four video games that are fun for the whole family.
$50 Nintendo eShop Gift Card (email delivery)
This isn’t the biggest discount in the world, but it is still a nice chance to save $5 if you’re planning on making a purchase through the Nintendo eShop. With the $50 credit, you can pick up one of the aforementioned games and still have a little extra left over for your next one.
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Other things to know: Redeemable through the Nintendo eShop on the Nintendo Switch, Wii U, and Nintendo 3DS family of systems for a single Nintendo account. Non-returnable and non-refundable. Costco membership required.
Read our review of the best Nintendo Switch and Switch Lite accessories.
Yoshi’s Crafted World (Nintendo Switch, digital download)
Mario wouldn’t be as capable as he is without the help of his friends, and no one is more deserving of that spotlight than his green companion Yoshi. Here, Yoshi is the star of his own cute and family-friendly adventure. This is a fun game with a gentle difficulty slope, so it’s a good choice for the whole family.
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Other things to know: Matches the lowest price we’ve seen on this game. Couch co-op also available for two players.
Read our review of the best video games to play when you need to relax.
Luigi’s Mansion 3 (Nintendo Switch, digital download)
While we might pick on Mario’s younger brother from time to time, he’s more than strong enough to stand alone in his very own game. This title will scare you with how much fun you’ll have busting ghosts in a haunted hotel. And since it has a couch co-op mode, it’s a great game for kids and adults to play together.
Other things to know: Though we’ve seen this deal price before, it rarely drops lower. Game can still be a little too spooky for younger children at times. Couch co-op for two players; eight players can join up over local wireless and online in the ScareScraper multiplayer mode.
Read our review of the best couch co-op games for the Nintendo Switch.
Samsung QN90B LCD/LED TV (43-inch)
If you love a bright screen and want low input lag to help with those tricky jumps in Mario Maker 2, we recommend the Samsung QN90B. Offering top-notch image quality for movies and TV, as well as four HDMI 2.1 inputs and built-in cloud gaming from sources such as Xbox Game Pass and Nvidia GeForce Now, it’s a great all-around TV no matter what you’re in the mood for.
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Other things to know: Solid choice as a gaming monitor. 120 Hz refresh rate. Not compatible with the Dolby Vision HDR format. One-year limited warranty from Samsung. Prime members get free shipping; otherwise shipping is an additional $5.
Read our review of the best gaming TVs.
Puro Sound Labs PuroQuiet-Plus noise-cancelling kids headphones
Whether you’re looking for a new pair of kids headphones for your next vacation or just want to make sure that your child’s next gaming session is extra immersive, this set is an excellent option. It’s the best pair of noise-cancelling kids headphones we’ve tested, offering superb sound quality, easy-to-use controls, and a durable build. Though this volume-limiting set is a bit pricey, it’s a worthwhile investment to protect a child’s hearing while still blocking out the roar of the outside world.
Other things to know: The most intense noise reduction is in the airplane band, which makes this pair great for flights (but less effective on a bus). Covered by Puro’s 30-day money-back guarantee and one-year warranty. Connects via Bluetooth or wired cable with remote and microphone. Use code WC24 to get the deal price.
Read our review of the best kids headphones.
Hori Nintendo Switch Split Pad Pro (black)
What happens when you combine the comfort and grip of a Nintendo Pro controller with Joy-Cons? Hori’s answer is the Split Pad Pro, and it’s one of the best Nintendo Switch accessories we’ve ever used. It’s more comfortable to hold and use than Joy-Con controllers, giving the feel of holding a real controller while maintaining the ease of use and portability of the Switch in handheld mode.
Other things to know: Doesn’t support rumble or motion controls. No NFC scanner for Amiibo. Can’t be attached to a separate grip to make a full wireless controller. Not the lowest price we’ve ever noted, but better deals are typically very short-lived.
Read our review of the best Nintendo Switch and Switch Lite accessories.
Nintendo Switch Online 14-Day Free Trial
Want to play Mario Golf, Mario Party Superstars, or Luigi’s Mansion 3 online but don’t have a Nintendo Switch Online membership? You’re in luck, because Nintendo is offering a free two-week trial to the online service. In addition to unlocking online multiplayer support for select games, it gives you access to a large catalog of classic NES, Super NES, and even Game Boy games to play on the Switch, including Super Mario Bros 3, Donkey Kong Country, Kirby’s Dream Land, and other classics. Offer ends March 17; make sure to cancel your subscription before the trial ends if you’re not interested in keeping the membership.
Editor’s note: The photo at the top of this article may reflect previous deals that are no longer valid and have been removed. Check out our Deals page for more great discounts on Wirecutter’s expert-approved picks.
This article was edited by Nathan Burrow and Janie Campbell.
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Dan Kim is a senior staff writer for the Deals Team at Wirecutter and has been covering everything related to deals since 2016. When he’s not hip-deep in the trenches combing through deals on our picks, he enjoys writing about video games, computers, gaming accessories, and tech that he can't afford.