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The Best Amazon Prime Day 2024 Video Game Deals

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October 8, 2024

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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. The official Prime Day sale is slated for October 8th-9th. There are dozens of great games available at a discount, though 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.

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Game Rant’s Top 10 Games of 2023

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2023 was a packed year for video games, which makes narrowing the list down to just 10 titles a monumental task.

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Ryu Ga Gotoku Studio’s Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth builds on its predecessor’s ideas, delivering turn-based combat and a gripping and lengthy narrative led by Ichiban Kasuga. However, the story also brings back Kazuma as a protagonist and introduces a new location in Hawaii, which is a significant departure from the franchise’s previous games. Right now, players on Xbox Series X and PS5 can save up to 43% on this wild ride of a game!

Released: January 26, 2024
Engine: Dragon Engine
ESRB: M For Mature 17+ Due To Blood and Gore, Intense Violence, Sexual Themes, Simulated Gambling, Strong Language
How Long To Beat: 60 Hours
PS Plus Availability: N/A
OpenCritic Rating: Mighty

The next installment in the Octopath Traveler series sees eight new adventurers setting out across the lands of Solistia to make their mark on the world. Developer Square Enix and Acquire unveil new and exciting 2D and 3D visuals for this expansive traditional RPG. This sprawling fantasy game is perfect for players who want hundreds of hours of gameplay with a diverse cast of characters, each with their own quests and goals. Right now, Octopath Traveler II is available for half-off!

Franchise: Octopath Traveler
Released: February 24, 2023
Engine: Unreal Engine 4
ESRB: Rated T for Teen for Fantasy Violence, Mild Blood, Mild Language, Suggestive Themes, and Use of Alcohol and Tobacco.
How Long To Beat: 60 Hours
PS Plus Availability: N/A
OpenCritic Rating: Mighty

Final Fantasy VII Rebirth – Exclusive Amazon Edition

The unknown journey continues in the second part of the Final Fantasy VII Remake Trilogy. Follow Cloud and party as they journey across the world to put a stop to Sephiroth’s villainous plans. This Amazon-exclusive edition of the award-winning game comes complete with a controller skin featuring Cloud and Sephiroth. Plus, ahead of Prime Day, the game is marked down by a whopping 30%!

Released: February 29, 2024
Developer(s): Square Enix
Publisher(s): Square Enix
Engine: Unreal Engine 4
ESRB: T for Teen
OpenCritic Rating: Mighty

Vanillaware’s Unicorn Overlord is a tactical RPG set in Fevrith, a continent consumed by war. The story follows Alain, an exiled prince who must put together an army capable of liberating his kingdom. No matter what platform you’re on – Switch, PS5, or Xbox Series X – you can save 33% on Unicorn Overlord during the early Prime Day sale!

Released: March 8, 2024
Multiplayer: Online Multiplayer
Engine: unity
ESRB: T For Teen Due To Blood, Fantasy Violence, Mild Language, Mild Suggestive Themes
OpenCritic Rating: Mighty

An open-world racing game, The Crew Motorfest is the third entry in Ubisoft’s franchise. Unlike its predecessors which are set on the mainland United States, The Crew Motorfest is set on Hawaii’s O’ahu island and takes place during a festival. The title features multiple vehicle types along with a heavy focus on multiplayer. Right now, PS5 players get a whopping 72% discount, while gamers on PS4 and Xbox can save up to 58%!

Teyon’s RoboCop: Rogue City is an FPS game that casts players as the iconic eponymous character. Moving at a slower pace to match RoboCop’s style, Rogue City drops players in Old Detroit between the events of the second and third movies. Save up to 37% on this highly-rated shooter on either PS5 or Xbox Series X|S.

Experience the home of the original Assassins in this exciting new narrative-driven, open world adventure. 15 years since the first Assassin’s Creed redefined adventure, experience the franchises’ trademark parkour and stealth like never before in Assasin’s Creed Mirage. This 2023 release is available with discounts of up to 39% off for both Playstation and Xbox gamers during Prime Day.

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. For instance, The Crew Motorfest is almost free with its 72% discount for PS5 players. Even PS4 and Xbox gamers get a discount on this excellent racing game released just over a year ago. Similarly, players 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, with Final Fantasy‘s impressive legacy always leaving 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!

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.

At the same time, Assassin’s Creed: Mirage is on sale for PS5 and Xbox players, with both paying around $37 for the fairly new title. Another top-rated game, Robocop: Rogue City can also be had at a great price, with its tag cut discounted by over $20 on Playstation and Xbox.

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Best PS5 & PS4 Game Deals

Playstation continues to have a stranglehold on exclusive content, despite the growing trend of cross-platform game design. However, for gamers who just can’t wait for a port on PC, Switch, or Xbox, the early Prime Day deals have a few good offers that are tough to pass up. There are almost certainly going to be even better deals in the days ahead, but for now, there are plenty of AAA PS5 games for less than $50 during Prime Day.

First and foremost, is the highly-anticipated Skull and Bones pirate game, which was only released this year! However, Amazon has the PS5 version of the game marked down by an incredible 66%, bringing the price under $25! At the same time, last summer’s Armored Core VI Fires of Rubicon is available for just $40, and while the Xbox version of the game is also at that low price, the discount is nearly three times the amount when looking at the PS5 game price.

The same can’t be said for Spiderman 2, but as a PS5 exclusive with no hint of an upcoming PC port, it’s very lucky to see a 30% discount on the game.

Horror fans can finally pick up one of the year’s most unsettling games, Ad Infinitum. Currently at one of its lowest prices of the year, players aren’t likely to find a discount steeper than 43% anytime soon. Alternatively, players can catch up on God of War while they wait to upgrade for the next installment of the series by picking up God of War Ragnarök with a 42% price cut during Prime Day.

More laid-back players might find it best to stick to more wholesome content, which is easy to do with Sega’s sprawling game Sonic Frontiers on sale for just $20.

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Best Xbox Series X/S Game Deals

Xbox Game Pass makes it a tough sell to purchase physical games, and Amazon knows this. That’s likely why some of their best Prime Day deals for Xbox games include titles that are not a part of Game Pass. The most notable exception is Starfield, which is available to Game Pass subscribers for free. Before the official Prime Day sale starts, Starfield is being made available for nearly half-off, with a 44% discount attached to the price tag.

Fans of physical games should also use Prime Day to get their hands on Tony Hawk Pro Skater 1+2, which is on sale for just $30. Another Game Pass title worth getting a physical copy of is LEGO 2K Drive, which is marked down by over 50% during Prime Day. The offline play available in the game is useful for young children, too.

Players who want a bit more collaboration and challenge in their game can opt instead to finally pick up Diablo IV, which is on sale for $42 right now. Those who are looking for bigger discounts can pick up the half-off Sonic Superstars, a game which modernizes the beloved franchise, while staying true to the elements of the game that everyone loves, such as side-scrolling and switching out Sonic with his friends. Sonic Superstars can be had for only $26 for a limited time, so anyone with this game on their wishlist should order it now!

More adventurous players have plenty of opportunities to save too. Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown and Elden Ring both present tough challenges to players, and both are on sale during Prime Day. Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown is by far the better deal, available with a 50% discount, bringing the price down to just $25. Elden Ring fans can still save a bit with the 17% discount currently applied to the game.

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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 there are currently a handful of examples to take advantage of.

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. Plus, Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door has the same discount, making it cheaper than ever to catch up on some of Nintendo’s biggest series. These 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. More modern gamers might prefer LEGO Marvel Super Heroes 2, which may not be new, but is also available for just $20 and would make for a great gift with its hours of content.

Surprisingly, one of the best video game deals during Prime Day is available exclusively to Switch gamers. Shin Megami Tensei V: Vengeance was just released this past June, yet for a limited time, players can grab this new game at an incredible price 60% lower than MSRP!

Should You Purchase A Video Game On Prime Days?

Prime Day is here, and the deals have started to roll in. There are a ton of great discounted games right now, and yes, many players should buy a new game during Prime Day. If one of these games is specifically one that you’ve been waiting for, definitely grab it quickly, as supplies are actually limited during Prime Day. Otherwise, try your best to scoop up games for gifting or pick up a physical copy of an old favorite!

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!