The Best Deals Today: Nintendo Switch OLED, Bargains Under $30, Xbox Elite Controller, Nerf Halo Needler
A little something for everyone.
Here are best deals for Friday, February 21. The highlights today include an excellent deal on a Nintendo Switch OLED (so long as you're comfortable buying an import model), and the popular Final Fantasy Magic the Gathering crossover.
Check out "the best deals under $30" for any impulse buys on items that you never knew you needed until you visited this page. Read on lower for some great deals that cost over $30 and may require a bit more involved decision-making.
Nintendo Switch OLED for $223.61
AliExpress is currently offering a Nintendo Switch OLED console for only $223.61 after coupon code: USAFF30 is applied during checkout. This is a genuine Nintendo Switch console that's imported from either Japan or Hong Kong. Switch consoles are region unlocked so you'll be able to play them in the US without any problems. You'll also be able to select English as your default language just like any console you buy here. A US power plug adapter is supplied in the packaging. This product is also stocked in a US warehouse, so it ships free and arrives within about a week. AliExpress has a 15-day free return policy and guarantees a refund if your order doesn't arrive within 20 days.
MTG: Final Fantasy Cards up for Preorder
Magic the Gathering's new Final Fantasy Commander series cards are now up for preorder at Amazon and Best Buy. They'll ship out starting June 13, and you won't be charged until they do. Given that there are so many Final Fantasy fans out there, these have been garnering tons of interest and will undoubtedly introduce a lot more people to the world of Magic.
Lisen 5,000mAh MagSafe Power Bank for $17.38
The Lisen 5,000mAh MagSafe power bank, which is normally listed at $49.99, is down to only $17.38 after a combined instant discount and a 42% off clippable coupon. At 0.3" thick, this is one of the slimmest MagSafe power banks we've seen, and won't add much bulk to your iPhone's profile. If you have a chonky Pro Max, then you won't even notice. Unlike most other power banks at this price point, the Lisen model is made out of a magnesium aluminum alloy that makes it feel much more premium. It delivers up to 18W of power over USB Type-C and 7.5W over wireless.
Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown for PS4, Xbox for $14.99
Prince of Persia drops to just $14.99 for PS4 and Xbox. If you get the PS4 version, you're eligible for a free download of the PS5 digital edition. he Lost Crown is one of the most underrated games of 2024. Ubisoft's return to the franchise brought new and challenging elements while still retaining what made this series so beloved. In our 8/10 review, we wrote, "Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown captures not only what made games such as The Sands of Time so good, but it irons out a lot of the little issues that plagued the 3D games in this series by opting for a 2D perspective – and owning it."
Humble Choice Games for February 2025
If you're searching for your next new game to play, Humble Choice February is now live, and this is the perfect bundle to discover something new! This month, Immortals of Aveum headlines the bundle, with seven other games like Total War: Pharoah Dynasties, Fabledom, and more included. Instead of paying hundreds of dollars to grab these games individually, you can get all eight games for just $11.99 at Humble Bundle for this month only.
Sonic X Shadow Generations for PS5 for $26.99
Today Woot! is offering Sonic X Shadow Generations for even lower than what I saw during Black Friday. You can get it for only $26.99 (46% off) and if you're an Amazon Prime member you also get free shipping. Sonic X Shadow Generations is easily one of the best Sonic games in recent history. In our 9/10 Sonic X Shadow Generations review, Jada Griffin wrote that "Sonic X Shadow Generations takes an already excellent game and spring jumps it to new heights with a creative Shadow campaign and an appreciable graphical upgrade." This game is actually a collection of two games in one: a remaster of the 2011 Sonic Generations and - the highlight - an original campaign starring Shadow the Hedgehog.
Anker PowerExpand USB-C Hub for $12.50
Anker's handle little USB hub is 50% off for Amazon Prime members, now only $12.50 (normally $25). This versatile 6-in-1 hub features a USB Type-C port with up to 85W of passthrough charging, two USB-A 3.1 Gen 2 ports, an HDMI port (4K @ 60Hz), an SD card slot, and a 3.5mm audio output.
AstroAI L7 Tire Inflator for $17.59
You should always keep a tire inflator in your car for emergencies, but you don't need to pay a premium price for a fancy one. Right now Amazon has this AstroAI cordless tire inflator for only $17.59 after you clip both coupons on the product page. This tire inflator features a 4,000mAh power bank, enough to fill up all four tires to the proper PSI at least a few times over and has a USB Type-C input for easy charging. You can even use it to charge your smartphone in a pinch.
Hoto Electric Precision Screwdriver for $24.95
Amazon has this Hoto electric screwdriver for $24.95 (50% off) after you clip the 23% off coupon and apply coupon code "361P5KK7" during checkout. This is an excellent tool for quickly dealing with tons of small screws when you're assembling or taking apart electronics like your gaming console, mechanical keyboard, Joy-Con controller, or pretty much anything else where a real power drill is way too powerful and a manual screwdriver is too tedious. It comes with 25 bits that should cover most of the screw types out there including flathead, Philips, torx, and hex. The screwdriver can be charged via USB Type-C so no need to worry about losing a proprietary cable.
Preordered the iPhone 16E? Get a Screen Protector for $6
If you're in line to get the successor the the budget-minded Apple iPhone SE series of phones, then here's an early bird deal for you. Amazon has an amFilm iPhone 16e screen protector for only $5.99 after you apply coupon code "5PIM3OFI. Here's your chance to have a screen protector ready before your phone even arrives. AmFilm is an extremely well known and popular screen protector brand, and this particular model includes the auto alignment kit and camera lens protector.
Sabrent Docking Station and Charger for ROG Ally for $20
Steam Deck / Nintendo Switch compatible
Sabrent has a dock charger specifically designed for the Asus ROG Ally for only $19.99 after you apply coupon code "26R399DW". According to reviews, it works just fine with other gaming handhelds like the Steam Deck or Nintendo Switch. It includes a USB Type-C port for connecting to your gaming handheld, an HDMI 1.4 port for up to 4K @ 60Hz video output, a USB Type-C port with up to 95W of Power Delivery for charging your handheld, and two extra USB Type-A ports for connecting or charging extra peripherals.
2-Pack Anker Power Cubes for $15.99
This deal is exclusively for Amazon Prime members. Get a two pack of Anker Power Cubes, which is a cube-shaped power strip with three AC outlets, two USB Type-A ports, and one USB Type-C port, for only $15.99. That averages out to just $8 per cube. This power outlet is much smaller than your average power strip thanks to its ingenious cube design. The USB Type-C port delivers up to 20W of power, which is good enough to charge the Nintendo Switch at its maximum rate (18W).
4 Pack of Pen Lights for $7.99
Get a four pack of pen lights for only $8 after an instant 20% off discount. These diminutive lights feature an anodized aluminum housing and weigh in at only an ounce each. The super bright LED bulb lasts about 2 hours on two AAA batteries. These are handy to have around the house, and at $2 apiece they are practically expendable.
GE Color Changing Night Light for $4.52
Night lights are an inexpensive, efficient way to provide a bit of practical accent lighting to your home at night. This GE color changing night light goes one step further by offering eight different colors to choose from, with a color changing mode for a bit of RGB flair. The built-in light sensor means it will automatically turn itself off when it isn't needed. It's normally well-priced at just $9, but there's a 50% instant discount right now that drops it to under $5.
Craftsman Magnetic Pickup Tool for $6
A magnetic pickup too is handy to have around to pick up dropped screws, nuts, and bolts. Amazon has this Craftsman model for only $5.98 after a $2 price drop. There's not much to say about it, except that it's well built, it's magnetic, and it can telescope up to 24 inches long for extended reach.
77outdoor LED Rechargeable Headlamp for $17.99
Get this LED headlamp for only $17.99 on Amazon after a $12 off coupon code "40XUYLSW". 77outdoor is a sister brand of Sofirn, a well known manufacturer or affordable yet good quality flashlights and lamps. In fact, some reviewers have reported that they receive this item in a Sofirn branded box. This headlamp offers two modes: a standard 5,000K 90 CRI white light with 550 lumen output for general purpose use and a 660nm red light at night to preserve your night vision. This headlamp can be recharged using a USB Type-C cable.
30% Off Panther Vision Hand Warmers and Lighted Beanies
If you're looking for a practical Valentine's Day gift idea, Panther Vision is offering a big 30% coupon code that works sitewide. If you suffer from cold appendages, the Panther Vision 602R rechargeable hand warmer is small enough to fit in your jacket pocket. It offers three different heat settings depending on how numb your fingers are, boasts an IP67 waterproof rating, and can even double up as a 5,000mAh USB Type-C power bank for emergencies.
Pair it with the Panther Vision lighted beanie, which will keep your noggin warm while lighting up the way with a built-in LED headlamp rated for up to 150 lumens at max output. If you prioritize longevity over intensity, the 15-lumen setting will last up to 10 hours on a single charge. There are plenty of other useful gadgets on the site, including portable lamps and flashlights, so you might want to stock up to reach the $60 free shipping threshold.
Not all of the best deals are dirt cheap. Here are some excellent deals if you're willing to spend a little or a lot more depending on the items, including video games, TVs, gaming PCs, gaming handhelds, high-end chairs, and more.
Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2 for $95.99
Lenovo has dropped the price of this professional-grade Xbox Series X Elite Series 2 Core Wireless Controller in White/Black to $95.99 after you apply coupon code "MXBOXELITE". The controller itself is identical to the older generation Xbox Elite Series 2 controller that retails for $179.99. The only difference is that this "Core" model doesn't come with as many accessories, like the extra sets of paddles, thumbsticks, D-pad, and travel case.
Nerf LMTD Halo Needler for $67.18
For you Halo fans out there, have we found a deal for you. Right now you can save 33% off the NERF LMTD Halo Needler Dart-Firing Blaster. It's normally $100, but this discount drops it down to only $67.18 shipped. NERF's LMTD is a collection of fan-service weapons that are designed after iconic weapons from popular movies and video games, and the Halo Needler is definitely one of the coolest looking guns in the lineup, with a lot of cool little touches like the needles and accents that light up whenever you grip the handle, a 10-dart rotating drum (10 Elite darts included, but it will also take standard darts), and a display stand that activates all the light-up features when mounted.
4-Pack Apple AirTags for $69.99
Amazon and Best Buy are both offering a four-pack of Apple AirTags keyfinders for only $69.99. That's $30 off the retail price and only $16.50 for each AirTag. This is a very practical accessory for anyone who owns an iPhone and tends to lose small wearables like wallets, keys, or remotes.
Crucial X9 Pro 1TB Portable SSD for $69.99 (2TB for $120)
The Crucial X9 Pro is one of the fastest portable hard drives out there, thanks to a fast SSD drive and USB 3.2 interface that can deliver both read and write speeds of up to 1,050MB/s. The 2TB model is actually $10 less than the best deal we saw during Black Friday and, in my opinion, the best deal to get.
$39.99 Nintendo Switch Video Games
Best Buy has dropped several must-have Nintendo Switch video games from $59.99 to $39.99, a savings of 33%. Several of them are available in your choice of a physical copy or digital download. You won't lose out even if you plan to upgrade to the Switch 2, since the new console has been confirmed to be backwards compatible with nearly all Switch games.
65" LG Evo C3 4K OLED Smart TV for $1197
You don't have to wait for the new 2025 LG TVs to drop to score a great deal on an older generation model. Right now as part of Amazon's Presidents' Day Sale, you can pick up a 2023 65" LG Evo C3 4K OLED TV for just $1,196.99 with free shipping on Amazon. This is a better deal than what I saw during Black Friday. The LG Evo C-series of TVs have consistently been our favorite high-end 4K TVs, especially for 4K HDR movies and gaming.
Asus ROG Ally Z1 Extreme Gaming Handheld for $449.99
Starting this week, Best Buy is taking $200 off the Asus ROG Ally Z1 Extreme gaming handheld, now only $449.99. That's the lowest price I've seen for a brand-new unit, even during Black Friday. In addition, you get a free official ROG Ally travel case, one month of Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, and two months of a Crunchyroll Mega Fan subscription. The ROG Ally This is one of the best gaming handhelds currently available, especially if you don't want to be tied to Steam's ecosystem.
Secretlab Presidents' Day Sale
Secretlab's Presidents' Day Sale is still live for a little while longer. Save up to $139 off Secretlab's popular Titan line of gaming chairs, Magnus gaming desks (including the Magnus Pro electric standing desk model), and accessories like the Secretlab Skins upholstery covers, desk mats, cable management, and more. Unfortunately, new releases like the Titan Evo Nanogen chair and the recliner add-on are exempt from this sale.
Preorder Elden Ring: Nightreign at Best Buy, Get $10 Gift Card
Elden Ring Nightreign is set to release for PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and PC on May 30. A new standalone game set in the world of Elden Ring, Nightreign lets you team up with two other players to slice your way through an oppressive fantasy world. It’s kind of like a faster-paced remix of the original game. It’s available for preorder in a number of editions, so read on for the details about what comes in each one.
Preorder the HP Omen 45L RTX 5090 Prebuilt Gaming PC
HP just added the option to add the GeForce RTX 5090 GPU as an upgrade to one of its flagship HP Omen 45L prebuilt gaming PCs and, fortunately, it is very reasonably priced for a prebuilt RTX 5090 desktop relative to what we've seen from other brands. Put your order in sooner than later because, unless HP has readily available 5090 GPUs in its inventory (unlikely), these prebuilts will probably have a bit of a lead time before they ship out.
Flexispot C7 Ergonomic Chair with Footrest for $230
Flexispot is offering a great deal on its workhorse Flexispot C7 ergonomic chair with built-in footrest. It's normally listed at $429.99, but there's a $200 off coupon code "C7PDSALE" that drops it to only $229.99. We generally like the Flexispot brand because it includes electric standing desks and ergonomic chairs with solid build quality and a plethora of practical features at a fraction of the price compared to other more well-known models. We rated the Flexispot C7 is the best budget-friendly ergonomic chair and the Flexispot E7 Pro as the best overall standing desk of 2024.
Eric Song is the IGN commerce manager in charge of finding the best gaming and tech deals every day. When Eric isn't hunting for deals for other people at work, he's hunting for deals for himself during his free time.
