Nintendo's highly sought-after Switch 2 Mario Kart World bundle is officially reaching the end of the line, with production reportedly ceasing for the discounted package. This confirms Nintendo's original plan for a limited-time offering, sparking a final rush for remaining stock.
End of an Era for the Value Bundle
An internal memo, shared online by the deals account Nintendeal and allegedly originating from US retailer GameStop, states clearly that the bundle SKU has "now reached end of lifecycle." The communication, dated December 21, 2025, adds that "additional units will no longer be produced" and that future shipments to stores will consist of the base console only.
This move aligns with Nintendo's pre-launch statement that the Mario Kart World bundle would have limited time production through autumn 2025 and would be available solely while supplies lasted. The bundle, which originally cost £429.99, offered a significant saving of £40 on the game. With recent discounts at many online retailers bringing the price down to around £409, the total saving compared to buying the console and game separately has been as much as £60.
Where to Find Remaining Stock
Despite the production halt, stock is still available at several major UK retailers at the time of writing. Shoppers may still find the bundle at Amazon, Currys, Argos, and the official My Nintendo Store, though these are likely to be the final batches. Industry observers suggest that if this memo is legitimate, other retailers globally will have received similar notifications from Nintendo.
This situation mirrors the earlier disappearance of the Pokémon Legends: Z-A bundle, released in October 2025, which has also seen its stock largely dry up outside of reseller platforms.
Future Prospects and Market Context
There is historical precedent for a potential return. The original Nintendo Switch saw its Mario Kart 8 Deluxe bundle make seasonal comebacks, particularly around Christmas. Therefore, a temporary return of the Switch 2 Mario Kart World bundle in future holiday seasons remains a possibility, though with Nintendo, such decisions are never guaranteed.
This news comes as the Nintendo Switch 2 celebrates becoming the fastest-selling console ever, with sales surpassing 10 million units worldwide. However, recent reports indicate it faced stiff competition during the 2025 Christmas season. In the US for November, Sony's PlayStation 5 reportedly outsold the Switch 2, a shift attributed to aggressive Black Friday price cuts for the PS5 and competition from new, budget-conscious devices like the Nex Playground.
For UK gamers still hoping to secure the value bundle, the window of opportunity is now firmly closing, marking the end of the initial flagship offering for Nintendo's latest console.
