Nintendo’s official eShop Summer Sale wraps up today, giving US shoppers just hours to snag discounts on 84 Switch 1 and Switch 2 titles. This includes the Breath of the Wild Switch 2 upgrade and Hades II. Nintendo Life confirmed the complete list of 84 games, making this sale one of the largest eShop promotions of 2025.
The Breath of the Wild Switch 2 Edition upgrade stands out as a top offer. Existing owners of the original can upgrade to the enhanced version at a discount instead of paying full price. Nintendo hasn’t said if or when these discounts will return.
Hades II is also part of the sale at a lower price. Supergiant’s sequel boasts a 96% positive rating from 68,621 Steam reviews. The Nintendo version retains the same core roguelike gameplay that made the original Hades so popular. The full release is set for September 25, 2025, so buyers can grab it now before its official launch. Currently, it costs $20.99 on Steam, and Nintendo’s sale will bring the eShop price close to that during the promotion.
Shacknews tracked the sale over the July 4th weekend, highlighting it as one of several active console download deals. As the sale ends today, anyone wanting to make a purchase needs to do so before the eShop resets to standard prices. Nintendo hasn’t confirmed a specific cutoff time, so it’s best to act early.
The sale’s 84-title scope exceeds Nintendo’s usual mid-year promotions. For Switch 2 owners, discounts on cross-gen upgrade paths represent real savings. Many Switch 2 Edition titles have upgrade fees ranging from $10 to $20 at regular prices.
| Games in sale | 84 (Switch 1 & 2) |
| Hades II Steam review score | 96% positive |
| Hades II Steam reviews | 68,621 |
| Hades II current Steam price | $20.99 |
| Hades II full release date | September 25, 2025 |
Community feedback on Hades II has been overwhelmingly positive since its early access launch. One Steam reviewer remarked, “I don’t get knocked down when hit while sprinting — is that a new concept?” This reflects how the sequel’s updated movement mechanics have been a welcomed improvement for fans of the original. With 6,604 concurrent players on Steam at the moment, the game maintains a solid player base before its 1.0 release.
What To Watch
- Whether Nintendo will host a follow-up fall sale with similar Switch 2 upgrade discounts, especially as the holiday season approaches and the hardware install base expands.
- The full release of Hades II on September 25 and if Supergiant will offer a launch discount or adjust Nintendo eShop pricing for the 1.0 debut.
- Nintendo’s pace in releasing Switch 2 Edition upgrades for older titles — each new upgrade announcement could lead to more discount opportunities in future sales.
Sarah Chen
Sarah Chen is the Reviews and Guides Editor at Explosion.com. With a background in game design studies and 6 years of gaming journalism, Sarah brings technical insight to her reviews and creates comprehensive guides that help players get the most out of their games. She has reviewed over 200 titles across PC, PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo platforms. Her current obsessions include FromSoftware titles and indie roguelikes.
