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Evening Standard

Lifestyle

Peter Bevan

Best gaming deals for Amazon Prime Day 2023: PS5, Nintendo Switch and Xbox offers

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Calling all gamers! Amazon Spring Sale is well and truly on the way, and, if the retailer’s previous sales are anything to go by, the gaming deals will not disappoint.

Whether you’re a loyal PlayStation fan, want to try out the latest Xbox console or prefer what the Nintendo Switch has to offer, all of the bases will be covered with the comprehensive range of gaming disccounts available.

Perhaps you’re bored of your game selection, you’ve got a controller that’s on its way out, or your headset’s falling apart, either way, now’s the perfect time to get your wishlist at the ready so when the day’s finally here you can tick everything off for a fraction of the price.

Last year, the RRP was even slashed on the Xbox Series S and the Nintendo Switch - so if you’re contemplating getting the latest and greatest consoles, the Amazon Spring Sale is the time to invest.

Keep this page bookmarked which we’ll be updating with all of the need-to-know discounts that will keep your inner bargain hunter satisfied.

What is Amazon Prime Day?

It started as the one day of the year you could bag deals on everything from tech, to home appliances, to mattresses, with coffee machines, Apple products and alcohol somewhere in between.

To begin, it happened in July, before becoming a two-day event, moving to October due to lockdown, and last year we were treated to two days in both July and October - what more could you ask for?

When is Amazon Prime Day 2023?

Amazon Prime Day 2023 is taking place on July 11 and 12.

How to take part in Amazon Prime Day

The number one rule: you need to have a Prime account.

If you’ve been living in a cave for the past few years and need a refresher on what’s included, it will not only give you access to the sale, but also to free one-day delivery, Prime Video, Kindle books, Amazon Music and same-day grocery delivery - and even the retailer’s new service, Try Before You Buy.

It will set you back £95 per year, or £47.49 if you’re a student, which we’re sure you’ll make back in no time thanks to the bargain bonanza.

What kind of gaming deals can we expect?

You name it, they’ll have it. During the 2022 sales, consoles, the latest game releases, accessories and bundles were all given the price-slashing treatment. We’re sure next time will be just as juicy.