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Refurbished Nintendo Game consoles

Buy a certified refurbished Nintendo game console for less for the same quality as new

Refurbished Nintendo Game consoles's customer reviews

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173 verified reviews in the last 6 months.

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    Harriet K.

    Purchased on the 28 June 2024

    4.6/5

    I was quite nervous to the process as I’d only known 1 person to use Back Market. But I’m happy to say, I couldn’t be happier with the whole process! The device can quickly in exactly the way that was promised - and even exceeded expectations.

    Reviewed in United Kingdom on 10 July 2024

    Switch OLED 64GB - White
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    Omz H.

    Purchased on the 12 March 2024

    4/5

    The good is that everything works fine so far everything is well the only bad thing I can say is that there are few little scuffs which is not major there was finger prints on the device other then that thumbs up.

    Reviewed in United Kingdom on 13 March 2024

    Switch 32GB - Black
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    Craig R.

    Purchased on the 15 January 2024

    5/5

    Quick delivery and item in received in as good condition as I had hoped. Everything in working order, so we're delighted. Service from Back Market has so far been exemplary after three different purchases.

    Reviewed in United Kingdom on 28 January 2024

    Switch 32GB - Black
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    Ellen W.

    Purchased on the 14 January 2024

    5/5

    My Nintendo Switch OLED arrived from Back Market sooooooooo fast!!! Super happy, the console is in absolutely immaculate condition and I'm very pleased.

    Reviewed in United Kingdom on 1 February 2024

    Switch OLED 64GB - White
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    Emily M.

    Purchased on the 13 June 2024

    4.4/5

    Bought a nintendo switch in good condition. Few aesthetic flaws but switch works perfectly. I’m extremely happy! Thank you so much!

    Reviewed in United Kingdom on 1 July 2024

    Switch Lite 32GB - Turquoise
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    Gavin B.

    Purchased on the 16 March 2024

    5/5

    This was my first purchase through Backmarket and I'm very happy with the purchase so far. Very minimal damage to it and in really good condition

    Reviewed in United Kingdom on 31 March 2024

    Switch Lite 32GB - Grey
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    Shane K.

    Purchased on the 19 June 2024

    5/5

    very good came fast to so I love it

    Reviewed in United Kingdom on 1 July 2024

    Switch OLED 64GB - White
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    Leon G.

    Purchased on the 9 June 2024

    4.8/5

    I really enjoy using this item

    Reviewed in United Kingdom on 1 July 2024

    Switch 32GB - Black
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    George P.

    Purchased on the 2 June 2024

    4.2/5

    Console is great but on sides joycon is a bit loose otherwise in great condition , happy overall

    Reviewed in United Kingdom on 1 July 2024

    Switch OLED 64GB - White
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    Angela T.

    Purchased on the 3 June 2024

    5/5

    Perfect for my son thank you

    Reviewed in United Kingdom on 1 July 2024

    Switch Lite 32GB - Grey
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Benefits of buying a refurbished Nintendo game console


At Back Market, customers save up to 50% off compared to the price of new on certified refurbished Nintendo game console models. The best part is, you don't have to sacrifice performance quality in order to save money; all refurbished devices on our marketplace have been fully reconditioned, cleaned, inspected and tested to the same standards as a new one. This is the biggest difference between buying a used or second hand Nintendo game console compared to a refurbished one.

Buying a reconditioned Nintendo game console is also an environmentally friendly option. A refurbished Nintendo game console is often a second hand device that has been restored and updated to meet manufacturer standards, which means you'll be helping to keep old Nintendo game consoles out of our landfills, reduce electronic waste, and minimise your carbon footprint.

 

Where to find a cheap refurbished Nintendo game console?


If you're looking for cheaper Nintendo game console options and don't want to pay full price, you'll find the biggest selection, highest product quality and lowest prices on restored Nintendo game console models at Back Market. That's because we specialise specifically in refurbished tech and take the time to carefully vet every seller on our marketplace to ensure customers are getting reliable devices that perform like-new. We have several refurbed Nintendo game console in price ranges to fit almost anyone's budget.

Staying true to our brand, we're also a huge advocate for environmental change. In fact, at the beginning of 2023, we hit a milestone for preventing 1 million tons of carbon emission (CO2e) from entering the atmosphere. You can help contribute to a better circular economy when you shop Nintendo game console deals on our platform.

 

What to expect when buying a refurbished Nintendo game console?


If you're a first time refurbished buyer, you might not be sure what to expect from your purchase. First, understand that your Nintendo game console may have external cosmetic flaws depending on the condition you choose (Back Market offers devices of Fair, Good and Excellent quality). However, whatever the condition, any external blemishes will not affect the performance of your Nintendo game console and you can expect your device to perform as if it were newly opened directly from the store.

You should also be confident that your Nintendo game console is backed by a 1-year warranty, meaning in the rare case that any defects arise (outside of accidental damage) within 12 months of your delivery date, then you're entitled to your choice of a repair, replacement or reimbursement.

 

Nintendo game console warranty and return policy with Back Market


All Nintendo game console purchases on Back Market come with free standard shipping, a 1-year warranty, and a 30-day money-back guarantee. We want to make sure you can shop with confidence and find the best Nintendo game console for your needs at lower prices.

 

History of Nintendo

 

The Japanese firm Nintendo was founded in 1889. In its early days, it designed and distributed Hanafuda, which are Japanese playing cards. It was not until the 1970s that the company diversified its activities by developing toys and arcade terminals to enter the console and video game market towards the end of the seventies.

Moreover, it was one of the main precursors of the video game of the whole world. It was in the 1980s that Nintendo became a real giant in the field of video games. When microcomputing exploded and the market for game consoles collapsed, the Japanese company found itself without any competitor since Coleco went bankrupt, Mattel and MB left the market and the main adversaries of the time like Atari and Philips have converted to IT. The Japanese firm can finally reign supreme over video games all over the world.

After the overwhelming success of its NES consoles or Famicon for the Japanese and SNES, as well as its portable consoles, such as the Game Boy, Nintendo launched in 1996 the most powerful console of its generation, which is the Nintendo 64 . Although it is a 64-bit console, it has decided to keep cartridge support. That didn't stop it from selling around 33 million copies, the majority of which were driven by the games Super Mario 64 and The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Tme.

Towards the end of 1998, a new portable console model was launched; it's the Game Boy Color, which is hugely successful worldwide, especially thanks to the Pokémon series. It was in the mid-2000s that Nintendo made a real masterstroke with its Nintendo DS portable console, which was equipped with several functions that had never been seen before, such as the simultaneous use of 2 backlit screens, one of which was touch sensitive, a built-in microphone and an internet-player connection via Wi-Fi.

And with its Nintendo Wii, the Japanese company is moving into the majority of homes around the world. Indeed, its home console allows a deeper immersion in games thanks to motion capture. The whole family can then enjoy the console. Over the years, Nintendo has improved its consoles to offer devices with an ergonomic design and a powerful and powerful family, which can adapt to all generations.

We can cite the Nintendo 3DS, which incorporates stereoscopic technology, and its large screen model Nintendo 3DS XL, the one-piece Nintendo 2ds designed for children or the Nintendo Wii U, whose games can be played directly on the controller thanks to its integrated screen, and the Nintendo Switch, which is a hybrid console using detachable controllers and which allows several game configurations, the greatest strength of which is to switch from one game mode to another (handheld console) without having to interrupt a game.

If you like the Nintendo Switch, also take a look at our Nintendo Switch Lite.