Amazon October Prime Day Nintendo Switch deals 2024: Best early sales now

October Prime Day Nintendo Switch deals
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Ahead of Amazon’s October Prime Day sale aka Prime Big Deal Days, Nintendo Switch deals are not too shabby today. Amazon's fall sale is officially on Oct.8-9, however, Amazon and other game retailers offer early deals on Nintendo Switch consoles, games, and accessories.

During Amazon Prime Big Deal Days, Nintendo fans can snag ear holiday discounts on all things Nintendo Switch. Alternative fall sales at Best Buy, Target, Walmart, and others are expected to offer Nintendo Switch deals alongside Amazon's event,

If you don't have an Amazon Prime account, join Prime now to score big savings during Prime Big Deal Days 2024. Your first 30 days are free and you may cancel your membership at any time. If you decide to continue with your membership, you'll pay $14.99 per month or $139 for a one-year thereafter ($12/month). 

Amazon’s Prime Big Deal Days fall sale starts Oct. 11 at 3 a.m. ET and runs through Oct. 9. Make sure you check out our October Prime Day 2024 hub for more early discounts on mobile tech, gaming, and more.

Early October Prime Day Nintendo Switch deals

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Wrath of the Mutants: $29 $19 @ Amazon
Lowest price! From Game Mill

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Wrath of the Mutants: $29 $19 @ Amazon
Lowest price!
Released on Feb. 28, 2024, Game Mill's TMNT Arcade: Wrath of the Mutants is $10 off. From Game Mill Re-experience the 2017 arcade classic with 3 additional stages and 6 additional boss battles! Take control of Leonardo, Michelangelo, Donatello, or Raphael in this classic beat-em-up inspired by the cult favorite Turtles in Time. Play with your friends through local co-op and dominate the Foot Clan to foil the Shredder’s maniacal plan.

Sonic Frontiers: $39 $27 @ Amazon

Sonic Frontiers: $39 $27 @ Amazon
Save $12 on Sonic Frontiers. Sonic Frontiers is the grand return to a 3D platformer for everyone’s favorite blue hedgehog. In our Sonic Frontiers demo hands-on, we liked the game's linear levels which felt like classic Sonic. If you're a retro gamer who owned a Game Gear way back when or want to experience Sonic in a whole new way, Sonic Frontiers might spark your interest. 

Nintendo Switch Joy-Cons: $79 $71 @ Amazon

Nintendo Switch Joy-Cons: $79 $71 @ Amazon
Save $8 on genuine Nintendo Switch Joy-Cons (Pastel Purple/Pastel Green) in this rare deal (see price in cart) on Amazon. Games come to life through easy-to-use motion controls and HD rumble—advanced vibration features built into each Joy‑Con controller.

Price check: Nintendo $79

PDP REALMz Wireless Nintendo Switch Pro Controller (Sonic Green Hill Zone): $59 $39 @ Amazon

PDP REALMz Wireless Nintendo Switch Pro Controller (Sonic Green Hill Zone): $59 $39 @ Amazon
One of the best Nintendo Switch deals from Amazon takes $20 off the PDP REALMz Wireless Nintendo Switch Pro Controller (Sonic Green Hill Zone). This officially licensed wireless controller is a cheaper alternative to Nintendo's $70 Switch Pro Controller. It makes a great collectible gift for Sonic fans and features a multi-layered design and a built-in rechargeable battery.

SanDisk 64GB Nintendo Switch microSD Card (2-Pack): $27 $23 @ Amazon

SanDisk 64GB Nintendo Switch microSD Card (2-Pack): $27 $23 @ Amazon
Save $5 on this officially licensed 64GB SanDisk MicroSD card (2-Pack) for Nintendo Switch. It delivers incredible read and write speeds of 100MB/s and 90MB/s, respectively for faster game transferring. 

SanDisk 512GB Memory Card: $59 $49 @ Amazon

SanDisk 512GB Memory Card: $59 $49 @ Amazon
Save $10 on the 512GB SanDisk MicroSD card for the Nintendo Switch offers high-capacity storage for games. This high-speed memory card delivers incredible read and write speeds of 100MB/s and 90MB/s, respectively for fast file transfers. 

Hori Nintendo Switch Split Pad Pro Controller: $49 $41 @ Amazon

Hori Nintendo Switch Split Pad Pro Controller: $49 $41 @ Amazon
Save $8 on the Hori Split Pad Pro — the best handheld Switch controller. This is a great solution for anyone looking for an alternative to Nintendo Switch Joy-Cons. Hori's Joy-Con replacements feature a more ergonomic construction for long gaming sessions in handheld mode. 

Nintendo Switch Joy-Cons Charging Dock: $22 $19 @ Amazon

Nintendo Switch Joy-Cons Charging Dock: $22 $19 @ Amazon
If you have multiple Joy-Cons and you frequently have Switch game nights, this charging dock from PowerA is a super helpful accessory. Your Switch can only charge two Joy-Cons at once, and this charging station lets you charge four at a time.

Nintendo amiibo Link: The Legend of Zelda: $27 $15 @ Amazon

Nintendo amiibo Link: The Legend of Zelda: $27 $15 @ Amazon
This Nintendo amiibo figure shows Link in his adorable incarnation from the Legend of Zelda: Link’s Awakening game. In this game, Link has washed ashore on a mysterious island with strange and colorful inhabitants. To escape the island, Link must collect magical instruments and awaken the Wind Fish.

Nintendo Switch Lite: Hyrule Edition w/ Switch Online + Expansion Pack: $209 @ Best Buy

Nintendo Switch Lite: Hyrule Edition w/ Switch Online + Expansion Pack: $209 @ Best Buy
The Nintendo Switch Lite is now available in this incredible Hyrule Edition to commemorate the Sept. 26 launch of Nintendo's new game, The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom. This Switch Lite handheld includes a free 12-month Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack Membership (valued at $50). If you like the base Nintendo Switch but want it for cheaper and are willing to give up the detachable Joy-Cons, look no further.

Price check: Target $209

Nintendo Switch OLED Mario Kart 8 Deluxe Bundle: $349 @ Best Buy

Nintendo Switch OLED Mario Kart 8 Deluxe Bundle: $349 @ Best Buy
Beat the holiday rush and buy the Nintendo Switch OLED Mario Kart 8 Deluxe Bundle early for $349 at Amazon. This bundle includes: A Nintendo Switch OLED Console with White Joy-Cons, a full free game download of Mario Kart 8 Deluxe (valued at $60), and a 12-month Nintendo Switch Online Individual Membership (valued at $20). 

Nintendo Switch OLED Splatoon 3 Edition (Japanese Version: $359 $289 @ Walmart

Nintendo Switch OLED Splatoon 3 Edition (Japanese Version: $359 $289 @ Walmart
Save $70 on the Japanese version Nintendo Switch OLED Splatoon 3 Edition console from Nationwide Distributer via Walmart. I bought the Japanese version Nintendo Switch Scarlet & Violet from this same third-party seller two years ago and have had no issues. It works just the same as the US version and plays all games, so fret not. 

Get your ink on with the squid-inked Nintendo Switch Splatoon version. While the game isn't included, you still get to live, breathe, and play as a squidling thanks to the vibrant ombre-colored joycons, and cute squidling and octoling patterns on both the front and back of the device. 

Nintendo Switch OLED: $349 $299 @ Woot
This deal ends Sept. 28, stock permitting. 

Nintendo Switch OLED: $349 $299 @ Woot
Save $50 on the Nintendo Switch OLED at Amazon's daily deals site, Woot. Play at home on the TV or on the go with the Nintendo Switch OLED. In addition to the screen with vivid colors and sharp contrast, the Nintendo Switch – OLED Model includes a wide adjustable stand, a dock with a wired LAN port for TV play, 64GB of internal storage, and enhanced audio. This deal ends Sept. 28, stock permitting. 

Hilda Scott

Hilda Scott uses her combined passion for gadgets from laptops to TVs and her bargain-shopping savvy to bring you the best prices on all things tech. She has a bachelor’s degree in film and media studies from Hunter College and over a decade of experience in tech journalism. Her work has been featured on Tom’s Guide, iTechPost, Examiner.com, Parlemag, Enstars, and Latin Times. When she's not scouting for the best deals, Hilda’s catching up on her favorite TV series and combat sports.