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The peak of Amazon shopping is almost here, Amazon Prime Day is coming July 16th and 17th. Some deals have already surfaced, though, with discounts on PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series X, and other console titles. This post will serve as our hub for early deals on popular games and gaming accessories, and — as we spot them — we’ll include deals on gaming consoles themselves. As with all retail events, these limited-time deals won’t be around forever, so if you see something you like, be sure to jump on it.
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We’ve also got roundups of Prime Day monitor deals you won’t want to pass up, as well as some tempting early Prime Day deals on headphones and laptops. Be sure to check back often, as we’ll be updating this page regularly with the best deals in gaming.
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Best Prime Day Gaming 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 their journey to collect the seven-star pieces of Star Road.
This limited time offer is the cheapest it’s ever been and is currently the best seller for PC gaming keyboards. It has an ergonomic design with RGB backlighting and illuminated letters and a mouse that’s designed for Windows, Mac, PC and laptops. A great budget option for those looking to get into PC gaming.
The next-gen Avatar game is less than a year old and has already been slashed by half at Amazon. The price is now down to the retailer’s lowest price ever. Discover Pandora in Ubisoft’s single-player action adventure set in the same universe as the James Cameron films.
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When is Amazon Prime Day 2024?
Historically, Prime Day has taken place in July, with other big sales occurring in other months, and 2024 is no different. The official Prime Day deals begin on July 16 and run through July 17. This year marks the 10th Prime Day, and we expect to see sales on popular items and brands.
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, and we only surface 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.
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 occur during the Prime Day event. Many of these items are at their lowest prices ever and can be gone quickly. If you see a deal you’re considering, we recommend grabbing it before supplies run out or time runs out.
