Best post-Prime Day gaming deals to grab today while they’re still valid
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Even though the two days of Amazon Prime Day are behind us, there are still some deals to be had, especially when it comes to games and accessories. Console and gaming laptop deals have dried up, but we’ll keep this article updated so you can still find a great deal with what’s left of your budget. Still, we’d advise you to take advantage of any bargains that catch your eye quickly, as these deals will likely expire within a few hours.
And to further enhance your gaming experience, don’t forget to check out Prime Day deals on headphones and laptops.
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Best Prime Day Deals for Game Consoles
This deal is $50 off the usual cost of Microsoft’s flagship Xbox and comes with $50 in Amazon credit to spend in the future. All in all, it’s about as good as $100 off.
Read our Microsoft Xbox Series X|S review.
Now that Prime Day is over, console deals have pretty much dried up, but Macy’s is currently running a limited-time sale on a number of consoles, including this Nintendo Switch gaming console with case.
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Best Prime Day Game Deals
Sonic’s latest 2D platforming adventure, which also features elements of 3D, has reached its lowest price ever on Amazon. Play as Sonic, Tails, Knuckles, Amy Rose and more in these side-scrolling levels to defeat Doctor Eggman and Fang the Hunter.
The delightful 1996 Final Fantasy-inspired RPG remade from the ground up for Nintendo Switch is now available on Amazon for its lowest price ever. It’s been out less than a year, and for a first-party Nintendo game, this is a steep discount. Join Mario, Peach, Bowser, and a few new friends on a journey to collect the seven Star Pieces of Star Road.
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Best Prime Day Gaming Accessory Deals
This limited time offer offers the #1 best-selling PC gaming keyboard at 35% off right now. It features an ergonomic design with RGB backlit light-up letters and a mouse designed for Windows, Mac, PC, and laptops. A great budget option for those looking to get into PC gaming.
This mouse has a 25,000 DPI sensor, adjustable weights to tailor the feel to your preference, 11 customizable buttons, and is incredibly comfortable.
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Best Prime Day Controller Deals
This is easily one of the best controllers out there for PC gamers and Xbox users. It has a nice weight, multiple profiles, paddles on the back, and is super comfortable.
If you love gaming on your phone and haven’t yet treated yourself to a controller, now’s the time to do so. This controller works with both Android phones and the iPhone 15 series, is easy to put on and take off, and feels great to use.
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Best Prime Day Gaming Laptops & PC Deals
If you want a ton of power to last you a few years, this Alienware’s combo of RTX 4070 graphics, 32GB of RAM, and 1TB of solid-state drive is for you. This thing is a beast. It comes with Windows 11 Home and a full year of premium support.
This laptop has a 165Hz refresh rate on its 16-inch display, so you won’t have any issues with speed. It also has RTX 4060 graphics, 16GB of RAM, and a hefty 1TB SSD. Finally, it comes with a 90-day pass to Game Pass Ultimate, which is a great way to try out a bunch of games.
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When is Amazon Prime Day 2024?
Historically, Prime Day has taken place in July, with other big sales taking place in other months, and 2024 is no different. The official Prime Day deals began Tuesday and run through today. This year marks the 10th Prime Day, and there are sales on popular items and brands.
Look at this: Amazon Prime Day 2024: Shopping Tips and Special Offers
Is Prime Day the best time to buy video games and accessories?
Yes, some of the best deals on games, console accessories, and sometimes the consoles themselves happen during the Prime Day event. Many of these items are at their lowest prices ever and can go quickly. If you see a deal you’re considering, we recommend grabbing it before supplies run out or time runs out.
How We Pick the Best Prime Day Gaming Deals
Many of us here at CNET have been covering shopping events for more than five years, including Black Friday, Prime Day, Memorial Day and countless other shopping events. In that time, we’ve learned how to sift through a sea of thousands of superficial deals and scams, surfacing only the best offers from trusted retailers. We look for real discounts, quality reviews and remaining sales time when choosing which video game deals to show you.
- Real discounts mean real savings. We check the price history of products listed as on sale so we know when it’s a case of an inflated list price rather than a real discount.
- Quality reviews and testing are super important for any product. A discount isn’t worth it if it results in a sub-par product experience, no matter how much you saved.
- The remaining sale time is also important. Some deals are short-lived or limited in stock. If that’s the case, we’ll let you know in advance so you don’t come back to the deal later and be disappointed.
