The Grinch is slinking into the bargain bin in the best way possible. The Grinch Christmas Adventures on Nintendo Switch is also 50% off, going for $19.93 (down from $39.99), a savings of $20.06, and a seasonal crowd-pleaser that’s easy to wrap and even easier to enjoy.
There are few holiday-themed games in any number, and the rarity of it is one of those deals where you should probably take what you can get. This family-friendly Dr. Seuss classic adaptation is brought to you by licensed-game specialist Outright Games, a publisher that’s made a name for itself in approachable, kid-safe games. This is a timely pick at a standout price for parents searching for something cozy and on-theme that won’t overwhelm new players.
Why This 50% Reduction Is a Standout on Switch
Nintendo’s so-called hybrid console continues to be a homespun favorite, with Nintendo investor materials putting its global install base at over 140 million units. That ginormous audience is drawn to the more accessible, all-ages stuff — and discounts this deep on relatively recent licensed game releases don’t happen unless they’re somehow attached to peak sale periods. The standard $39.99 MSRP for Outright Games fare is already far from premium pricing, and a straight shave of 50% to under $20 is even more so.
Price history on similar family licenses — think Paw Patrol or DreamWorks tie-ins — indicates that while markdowns of 20% to 33% are par for the course, genuine half-off prices tend to be clumped around windows during major holidays. If you want a good holiday title that actually feels like the holidays, now is when to jump on board.
What’s Inside The Grinch Christmas Adventures?
A lily-livered platform game that allows players to wreak havoc across Whoville. Levels whisk you through the village, up to Town Hall, into Grinchy caves and lakes, and yes, a sewer … it’s not classic platforming without a slippery detour. You’ll grab gifts but also dodge throngs of busy Whos, riding your signature kit — sleigh and snowboard moments, and a jetpack.
Max, the Grinch’s ever-faithful doggy sidekick, gives a paw up with powers that make getting around easy for young players. The structure is deliberately simple: short stages, clear goals, and generous checkpoints. There is relatively little in the way of difficulty spikes here, so it is easy to recommend for mixed-age households or people who are new to side-scrolling games.
Visually, the art direction skews high-key and storybook-like in a way that evokes the Seussian curves and color palette that kids know at a glance. It’s no pursuit of technical fireworks; it strives for brisk, readable action and a friendly register that befits handheld or docked play during family time.
Who Should Buy During This Sale and Why It’s a Good Fit
If you’re looking for a festive game that you can complete over a couple of cozy nights in, this fits the bill. It’s perfect for parents seeking screen time they can monitor, for grandparents buying a safe Switch pick, and really anyone who adores Grinch lore and could use something lightweight to play alongside their holiday movie nights.
Look forward to nimble, easygoing platforming experiences, rather than involved systems or expansive open worlds. That’s the point. It’s built as a delightful seasonal romp, not a time-suck. All for under $20, the draw here is not really depth but timing, theme, and simple smiles.
Deal Tips and Availability for The Grinch on Switch
The sub-$20 sticker will probably be most evident on the physical Switch edition at national retailers. Price matching is a big-box-store standard in general when one of that caliber drops half off a primary family license like this, and we’ve seen the Nintendo eShop follow suit with similar digital sales from third-party publishers. Supply on seasonal tie-ins can move fast, so it’s worth jumping in now with stock as wide as it is.
If you’d rather go digital, look on the regional storefront of your console as well as through publishers in order to possibly score a deal, or even see that Outright Games often bundles up multiple family titles during similar periods. For gift-givers, a physical cart is still the easiest stocking stuffer and you don’t have to worry about managing an account or storage space on your recipient’s Switch.
Bottom Line: A timely 50% Switch deal for holiday play
The Grinch Christmas Adventures is 50% off. It’s a nice dose of holiday gaming that does the trick — affordable, jolly, and made for gamers of all ages. With a $19.93 price and an easy learning curve, it’s an easy win for families and Grinch fans of all ages — and a rare seasonal game that does feel like the season.