I’m a Gamer—Here Are The Best Post-Prime Day Gaming Deals

CALLING ALL GAMERS. If you’re like me, you enjoy turning on your favorite console or gaming PC for a little chill time with the crew during a weekend evening after the chores and training. Or perhaps you find peace in hitting some solo adventures in a distant digital realm, with titles like God of War or Red Dead Redemption. Either way, you’re not alone, with studies saying 50% of men play videos games, including Men’s Health crew like Henry Cavill, Damian Lillard, and Max Verstappen.

October Prime Day, aka Prime Big Deal Days, is a prime time to pick up any electronics you need or want, as it’s the category that usually gets the deepest discounts. Even though officially the sales event has passed, a number of top-tier brands are keeping the savings going. I’ve collected a number of the best deals in gaming, and these will likely be disappearing soon.

For me, the most important thing is making sure that the time I spend gaming isn’t time that I’m ignoring my health. So that means a chair that supports correct posture, screens that combat eyestrain, and controllers that are ergonomic.

Best October Prime Day Gaming Deals

Samsung 32-Inch Odyssey G55C Series

Now 39% Off

LG Ultragear 32-inch Curved Gaming Monitor

Now 30% Off

TCL 55-Inch QM7 QLED 4K

Now 38% Off

Corsair Vengeance i7500 Gaming PC

Now 20% Off

Electronic Arts Madden NFL 25

Now 32% Off

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PlayStation PlayStation 5 console (slim)

Now 15% Off

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ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024) Gaming Laptop

Now 9% Off

RESPAWN 110 Fabric Gaming Chair

Now 35% Off

LogitechG305 LIGHTSPEED Wireless Gaming Mouse

Now 24% Off

Razer BlackShark V2 Gaming Headset

Now 35% Off

Turtle Beach Stealth 600 Gen 2 MAX Wireless

Now 48% Off

SteelSeries New Arctis Nova 3 Gaming Headset

Now 11% Off

Eurpmask 3-in-1 PC Gaming Headphone & Controller Holder

Now 10% Off

HUANUO Dual Monitor Stand

Now 14% Off

Razer Ornata V3 X Gaming Keyboard

Now 13% Off

Livho 2 Pack Blue Light Blocking Glasses

Now 20% Off

Why These Are Our Picks

If you aren’t using a curved monitor in 2024 you are missing out, especially when it comes to gaming. The ability to immerse yourself deeper in the digital environment is an easy way to elevate your experience. These picks from Samsung and LG are the best around. For those who are playing in the living room, on the big screen, you can’t do much better for gaming than this television from TCL.

Shout out to my friends who like to game on their Xboxes and Playstations, but I’ve been a PC gamer since the beginning and can’t imagine it any other way. The processing power that these machines bring are unmatched and can handle the intense graphics the latest games have. The real benefit is being able to use my supercharged computer for projects outside of gaming, whether it’s creating videos for work or family. Most consoles go for nearly the same cost as this powerful tower from Alienware, and you can get so much more out of your purchase.

For anyone who wants a way to game while on the move, whether at home or while traveling, there are a few great options on sale. If you’re a mobile gamer, than you need to have the Backbone controller if you want to get a legit gaming experience anywhere in the world. If you want something a little more powerful, this laptop from ASUS can handle all the latest games with ease.

Next, let’s talk about the Logitech G mouse which has a lot of great functions, for gaming and work, making it a great all-around addition. If you’re a non-controller player, you are doing yourself a disservice if you are rocking with a regular old mouse. I also don’t want one of those crazy gaming mouses that is shooting out every color of the rainbow, because I’m not a five-year-old child.

There are a lot of gaming chairs out there that just have too much going on. This seat from Respawn is classic looking, ergonomic, and gives great support for your spine throughout the day. The fabric also allows your back to breathe, keeping you cool in comparison to some of those faux-leather options. If you spend anymore than an hour on your desk or gaming set up, you need to upgrade your chair.

Why to Buy Gaming Gear This October Prime Day

Personally, I’m a gaming loyalist, and still play the same games I did in high school with my basketball team, namely Halo and Call of Duty (yes, I’m excited for Black Ops 6). The one thing that has changed though is the technology I log in with. No longer am I forced to grind Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare on an Xbox 360 wired to my bulky bedroom television. Instead, my setup has become infinitely more sophisticated, sleek, and dare I say cool. Now you can score deep discounts on all the new gear that you need.

Grab them while you can, and if you just so happen to get an advantage in your next lobbies, so be it. We’ll be updating this list as new sales hit the scene, even after October Prime Day.

When Is October Prime Day This Year?

The second Prime Day of the year started yesterday and goes until today, October 9, 2024. If you spot a great deal, go ahead and snag it, because popular products tend to sell out. If you don’t have time to shop on the actual Prime Day dates, there are still deals to be had, as Amazon has kept the sales going on certain products for as long as they have inventory in the past.

We will be updating this list as new deals hit the site.

Do I Need to Be a Prime Member to Shop Prime Day?

Yes, you must have an Amazon Prime membership to get these discounts, but becoming a member is easy and costs $14.99 a month (or $139 a year). You can also sign up for a 30-day free trial that aligns with the sale. Pro tip: There are two less expensive options worth looking into—a student membership or the Prime Access program.