Prime Day 2023: The best early video game and gaming hardware deals we've found

Prime Day is closing in and we're already getting excited for some of the best deals of the year.

Prime Day is almost here and we're already getting excited for some of the best deals of the year. Since we all game a bit in our free time, we're particularly looking to upgrade some of our gear and we're sure you're looking forward to that too. So whether you like gaming on the Xbox, PS5, Nintendo Switch, your PC or even your smartphone, we found quite a few early and interesting Prime Day discounts for you.

Video Game Deals

There are few game franchises as well-established as Tekken is, so if you feel like getting a new fighting game, the cool new Tekken 8 is on sale. This new version delivers some returning characters we all know and love, as well as some new ones you'll have to discover. The saga between the bloodlines of Mishima and Kazama continues in this new game, allowing you to play by yourself or with others. If you want more ideas, you can check out some of the best games we've seen.

Now that Hogwarts Legacy is finally out on all platforms, it's time to dive into the magic on the Switch too, especially when the game is so heavily discounted. When we reviewed Hogwarts Legacy, our expert appreciated how detailed the world is and how engaging the combat scenes are. For Harry Potter fans, it's a unique opportunity to have loads of fun, discover secrets, and plenty Easter Eggs.

Gaming Hardware Deals

When it comes to gaming mice, there are few that compare to the Logitech G502 Lightspeed. Now that it's on sale, it should already be in your cart. In our review of the Logitech G502 Lightspeed, we gave the mouse an "Excellent" rating, appreciating that even though it uses wireless technology, there's barely any latency, as well as the fantastic battery life. "The Logitech G502 Lightspeed feels exceptionally comfortable and works as well as any wireless or, dare we say, wired mouse we've used recently," our expert noted.

For those looking for a solid gaming laptop that won't break the bank, the Acer Nitro V 15 is a great choice, especially now that it's on sale at Amazon. Featuring an Intel Core i5 processor and 8GB of RAM, you'll be able to play loads of awesome games. Of course, you'd be better off if you upgraded the RAM, especially since the laptop has two DDR5 slots and permits a maximum of 32GB. The laptop also features an RTX 3050 graphics card, which may not be the latest model, but it's still a solid version. While we didn't review this exact configuration, we did test a version of the Acer Nitro V 15 that sports the RTX 4050, which we found to be "Excellent."

An awesome pair of gaming headphones you can get on sale right now is the Logitech G435 Lightspeed which are straight up awesome. They feature large ear cuffs so you'll have great isolation to help you focus on the game, and a built-in mic so you can chat with your buddies while you're taking down the next boss. The headphones have a decent battery life so you'll be able to use them for about 18 hours before needing a recharge. Make sure to check out some other awesome gaming headsets we reviewed.

There's a crossover between Xbox users and Prime members in the shape of this Dinostrike controller charger station that's available with a special price. This Xbox controller looks pretty awesome with its robot faces and it can handle two controllers at the same time, charging them fully in under 5 hours. The Dinostrike set comes with two rechargeable 5520mWh batteries so you can expand your gameplay time by quite a bit. Make sure to also check out the best video game controllers we tested.

Mobile gamers will love this Prime Day GameSir X2 Pro discount that's available right now. This particular model will work with Android phones running on Android 8.0 and above, which is pretty much all of them. Not only will get be able to more easily play games on your phone thanks to the existence of various action buttons and joysticks, but you'll also be able to access various remote streaming platforms. Whether you're into Xbox Remote Play or Steam Link, you're good to go. You can find out more about the best game streaming services by checking out our reviews.

Here we go - the Nintendo Switch is available with a rare discount. This is the LED version and it's an absolute classic, especially if you love switching from gaming on the go to turning on your TV and docking the console. When we reviewed the Nintendo Switch, we gave it an "Excellent" rating and our Editors' Choice award, finding its design attractive and innovative and the game library simply excellent. "Nearly