/ The excellent bundle includes a limited-edition console and a downloadable copy of Animal Crossing: New Horizons.
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From terrific deals on MacBooks to the Super Mario Party Joy-Con bundle, Walmart’s rival Prime Day sale has surprised us with some pretty good deals. Today, we’re highlighting another one that’s perfect if you’re looking for something to keep the kids (or yourself) entertained this summer. Right now, you can buy an Animal Crossing-themed Nintendo Switch Lite at Walmart for just $159 ($41 off), which is the best price we’ve seen on Timmy & Tommy’s Aloha Edition bundle, which includes a digital copy of Animal Crossing: New Horizons.
The Nintendo Switch Lite plays many of the same games as the standard Switch and the step-up OLED model, with similar battery life and performance. However, it can’t connect to TVs or play titles that require detachable Joy-Con controllers. At 5.5 inches, the kickstand-less handheld is also lighter and smaller than its hybrid siblings, rendering it a better option if you want something to entertain yourself while traveling. The display shares the same resolution as the standard model, but it appears sharper given the reduced size; it also features better controls thanks to the inclusion of a proper directional pad.
It’s worth mentioning that Nintendo plans to release a so-called “Switch 2” next year. The Switch Lite is pretty old by this point, though it’s still worth picking up if you want to play any of the forthcoming titles announced during the most recent Nintendo Direct — including The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom and Mario & Luigi: Brothership, both of which arrive in the fall.