It’s that time of year again! October is when Amazon’s biggest Prime Day deals are up for grabs, and players can look forward to a wide variety of gaming essentials, from high-end headsets to AAA games. Even before the actual Prime Day sale, which is slated for October 7th-10th, there are dozens of great games available at a discount. Some of these deals are exclusive to Prime members, but don’t fret! New members can try Prime for 30 days, free.
Although there weren’t as many big hits as in 2023, the fact that we’re a year on from a seriously great year in gaming means the chance of seeing a big game with an even bigger discount is pretty high. These are the best video game deals currently available, but Game Rant will continue to update this list as the sale approaches and, inevitably, more games get discounted.
Best Video Game Deals
Some of the best games of 2023 and 2024 are on sale for Prime Day, even ahead of the big sale on October 8th-9th. Shin Megami Tensei V: Vengeance was just released this past June, yet for a limited time, players can grab this new game for 33% off list price! Similarly, gamers can save 30% on Final Fantasy VII Rebirth, which was released in February of this year.
Both of these games offer dozens of hours of playtime, plus each has an impressive legacy that always leaves fans itching for more. Plus, the version of Final Fantasy VII Rebirth that’s on sale is the exclusive Amazon edition, which comes with a bonus controller skin for free! Meanwhile, Shin Megami Tensei V: Vengeance represents a rare 28% discount on a Switch title, despite its recent release.
Gamers who prefer titles they can play on their choice of console are in luck too. Unicorn Overlord, a sprawling RPG with hours of tactical gameplay and dozens of characters to choose from, is on sale for every platform, cutting the price down by a third regardless of the version. One of the best deals is the 2024 Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth game, which is available with big discounts for both PS5 and Xbox Series X players. This game promises a GTA-style criminal plot, paired with Dead Rising-esque humor throughout. There are no plans to release the game on Game Pass, making it even better that the Xbox version of Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth is half-off.
Best PS5 Game Deals
Prime Day is the perfect opportunity for PlayStation gamers to snag some of the best PS5 games at unbeatable prices. With amazing deals on top titles, this is the ideal time to expand game collections and experience some of the most acclaimed games available. This year, we have excellent offers for God of War: Ragnarök and The Last of Us Part I, both of which are must-haves for any PS5 owner and have about 34% off each.
But those aren’t the only Sony-exclusive titles on sale. Marvel’s Spider-Man: Miles Morales is another top pick, offering a thrilling superhero adventure for just $31. There’s also Uncharted: Legacy of Thieves Collection, which brings together epic adventures with enhanced graphics. At just $33, it offers not one but two games, completely remastered for the PS5.
For action-packed adventures, gamers can snag Elden Ring with a $20 saving, while Harry Potter fans can fulfill their Hogwarts dreams with a cool $36 discount on Hogwarts Legacy. And for a nostalgic throwback, Ubisoft’s Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown is available for a budget-friendly $30 price tag.
If tactical battles are one’s jam, then Marvel’s Midnight Suns Enhanced Edition is a steal at $50 off, bringing the cost down to just $20. On the other hand, fans of racing can also pick up either Hot Wheels Unleashed 2: Turbocharged or LEGO 2K Drive, both of which are available for just $30 and $20 respectively. Diablo 4 is also on offer, currently on sale for just $37.
Soccer fans can get a copy of EA SPORTS FC 24 available for just $40. And for those who prefer fighting as a sport, there’s Street Fighter 6 available for just $37, down from $60. And for fans of Yakuza, there’s a 50% discount on Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth during the Prime Day sale. The sale also has the Steelbook Launch Edition of Shin Megami Tensei V: Vengeance on offer for just $40.
Best Xbox Series X/S Game Deals
As for Microsoft’s console, most gamers are already subscribed to the Xbox Game Pass, which gives them access to a massive library of games. However, there are plenty of Xbox games for both the Series X and S for non-subscribers to snag. For instance, Prime Day throws a knockout punch with an almost 40% discount on Tekken 8. Keep in mind that this is a game that launched just this year, making it a solid deal for any fans of the fighting genre. And for just $18, the Standard Edition of Marvel’s Guardians of the Galaxy can be bought during the Prime Day sale. That’s a great discount for an AAA game that was launched for $60 a couple of years ago.
Starfield, at nearly half the price, is Bethesda’s epic space RPG that transports players to a vast and immersive universe. Alternatively, there’s Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora, which offers a completely different universe of Pandora for players to explore. At 23% off of its original price tag, the game offers an immersive open-world experience that most gamers would enjoy. Prime Day also sees Assassin’s Creed Mirage drop down to just $40, which is the latest game in the franchise’s history. Keep in mind this is the Launch Edition we’re talking about, which includes added bonuses.
As for racing fans, both LEGO 2K Drive and Hot Wheels Unleashed 2: Turbocharged have discounts during the Amazon Prime Day sale, making them a great choice for gamers wanting to try something different than the Forza lineup on their Xbox.
At almost a 40% discount is Diablo 4, which is a must-play for RPG fans. One can battle hordes of demons, uncover dark secrets, and build powerful characters in a game that will only cost them half the price thanks to Prime Day. On the other hand, for players craving bone-chilling thrills, the terrifying remake of Dead Space is available for a frighteningly good price of just $42. And for fans of wrestling, WWE 2K24 is available for just $46.
Speaking of fighting games, Street Fighter 6 is on offer for $37, while Mortal Kombat 1 is available for $46. There’s also 50% off on Like A Dragon: Infinite Wealth. Additionally, Cyberpunk 2077: Ultimate Edition is also on sale for $58.
Best Nintendo Switch Game Deals
Nintendo almost never offers discounts on their games, even when partnered with a retailer as powerful as Amazon. Despite this, they always throw players a few bones during October Prime Days, and we’re already seeing a handful of examples.
Super Mario Bros. Wonder was released less than a year ago, but Nintendo fans can pick it up for 13% less than normal during early Prime Day deals. For the same price, you can pick up Pikmin 4 too, which also came out in 2023 and is highly rated. Those discounts may seem small, but for mainline Nintendo games released last year, it’s more than enough.
For players looking to grab a stocking stuffer or otherwise get a lot of game for a little bit of money can take advantage of the discounted Disney Classic Games Collection, which is on sale for less than $25 right now. This collection of movie tie-in games includes The Lion King, The Jungle Book, and the infamous Aladdin.
Should You Purchase A Video Game On Prime Days?
So far, most gamers should probably not be buying a new video game until Prime Day actually starts. If one of these games is specifically one that you’ve been waiting for, definitely grab it quickly, as there is almost a guarantee that these deals will soon be replaced with more lucrative discounts on other AAA titles.
Game Rant will continue to update these deals as they are replaced with bigger and better things. Stay tuned, and keep checking back to make the most of Prime Day 2024!
