Ranking the Top 7 Nintendo Switch Special Editions for Gamers

The Nintendo Switch has taken the world by storm with its hybrid design, allowing gamers to play in both handheld and docked modes. However, nothing excites a Nintendo fan more than a special edition Nintendo Switch console that not only offers the signature flexibility of the Switch but also celebrates beloved gaming franchises.

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Top-7 Nintendo Switch Special Edition Models Ranked

Below, we present our curated list of the Top-7 Nintendo Switch special editions models, ranked and detailed just for you.

7. Animal Crossing: New Horizons Edition

Animal Crossing: New Horizons - Nintendo Switch Special Edition | Image: Nintendo Supply

Ranking at the top of our list, we have the The Animal Crossing: New Horizons Nintendo special edition Switch. From the quick glimpse above, this model is a soothing, pastel dream.

Its design, featuring the Nook family on the dock and pastel green and blue Joy-Cons, encapsulates the game's serene charm. This edition became a comforting portal to a virtual world of relaxation and community during challenging times, and it continues to be a top pick for fans of the series and those who appreciate its gentle aesthetic.

6. Special Edition Nintendo Switch Lite - Zacian and Zamazenta Edition

Special Edition Zacian and Zamazenta Edition - Nintendo Switch Special Edition | Image: Nintendo Supply

The Nintendo Switch Lite Zacian and Zamazenta Edition features a subtle design that stands out with its exclusive Pokémon-themed aesthetics. This special edition Switch Lite features cyan and magenta buttons and showcases the new Legendary Pokémon from the Pokémon Sword and Pokémon Shield games—Zacian and Zamazenta—adding a distinct look to the console's back.

Released worldwide on November 8th, 2019, this edition was priced at $199.99 and celebrated the arrival of the Pokémon Sword and Pokémon Shield games, which launched a week after the console.

5. Monster Hunter Rise Special Edition Switch

Monster Hunter Rise - Nintendo Switch Special Edition | Image: Nintendo Supply

For hunters seeking to face formidable beasts, the Monster Hunter Rise Switch edition is the perfect companion. This special edition Nintendo Switch boasts a black and gold color scheme with intricate monster illustrations that exude the game's epic feel.

The console and controllers are a call to arms for players who relish the thrill of the hunt and the camaraderie of a shared quest.

4. Pokémon Scarlet & Violet OLED Model

Pokémon Scarlet and Violet - OLED Nintendo Switch Special Edition | Image: Nintendo Supply

Pokémon Scarlet & Violet has captured the hearts of trainers worldwide, and the corresponding OLED special edition Switch is a testament to its popularity.

The Pokémon Scarlet & Violet special edition OLED Switch Model features the box art legendary Pokémon from the latest addition to the franchise, Koraidon and Miraidon. The Joy-Cons are complemented by the respective game's academy crest and coloring: scarlet for the Naranja Academy and violet for the Uva Academy, respectively.

If you're a Pokémon fan that's looking for a special edition Nintendo Switch that comes in the most up-to-date OLED version, this might be the one for you!

3. OLED Model Splatoon 3 Edition

Splatoon 3 - OLED Nintendo Switch Special Edition | Image: Nintendo Supply

Ok, we're moving up to the top-3 slots in our list of the Top-7 Special Edition Nintendo Switch consoles, so things are heating up. Speaking of heating up - what better slot for number three than Nintendo's competitive game, Splatoon 3?

The Splatoon franchise brings a fresh wave of action, and its special edition OLED model is a vibrant celebration of the game's colorful chaos. This edition is a visual treat, featuring unique ink-splat designs on the console and the dock that mirror the game's high-energy aesthetic. The neon green and purple Joy-Cons are reminiscent of the game's iconic ink, and with latest OLED Nintendo Switch technology, it's a worthy contender for fans of the franchise and those looking for a standout design!

2. The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom OLED Model

Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom - OLED Nintendo Switch Special Edition | Image: Nintendo Supply

We have one word for the Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom ("TotK") Special Edition Nintendo Switch: stunning.

One of the additions to the special edition Nintendo Switch model family, the Tears of the Kingdom Switch is a must-have for any Zelda fan. The special edition Switch debuted in April 28, 2023 and retailed for $359.99, which includes the Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom game, and Hylian Crest-themed Switch dock and Joy-Cons, perfectly capturing the essence of Hyrule. Additionally, the Totk Nintendo Switch sports a 7-inch OLED screen and enhanced audio.

1. Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Edition

Super Smash Bros Ultimate - Nintendo Switch Special Edition | Image: Nintendo Supply

Coming in at first place in our Top-7 Special Edition Nintendo Switch list is the Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Edition Nintendo Switch. With the iconic Smash Bros logo emblazoned across the dock and Joy-Cons, its a tribute to the legendary battles fought by our beloved characters.

Nintendo as a company is not defined by any singular franchise; it's a collective sum of all the players' favorite characters. What better way to celebrate a little bit of each franchise than the Super Smash Bros Ultimate Edition Switch?

What do you think of our list of the top special edition Nintendo Switch models? Would you make any changes? Let us know on our social media accounts!