Amazon Prime Day 2024 is just around the corner, running from July 16-17. As always, the event will be a great time to stock up on video games and gaming gear. We expect big Prime Day controller deals to pop up this year, but plenty of popular gamepads are already on sale in the weeks leading up to the event.
Whether you’re shopping for PS5, Xbox Series X, Switch, or PC, there’s a discounted gamepad for you to check out. The easiest deal to recommend is for the standard Xbox Wireless Controller, as a variety of colors are seeing generous price cuts right now. For something fancier, you’ll find discounts on both the Elite Series 2 and Elite Series 2 Core.
Over on PS5, the Nacon Revolution 5 Pro is your best choice, as it’s a pro-grade controller that offers more bells and whistles than the base controller. There aren’t any great DualSense deals right now, but that could change as we inch closer to Prime Day.
A myriad of Switch controllers are discounted ahead of Prime Day, including both Joy-Con and Pro Controllers. And if you’re playing on PC, be sure to check out one of the many 8BitDo controllers up for grabs, including the 8BitDo Ultimate Bluetooth Controller With Charging Dock.
Plenty of other controller deals are running ahead of Prime Day, and we’ve listed our favorites below. Once you’re done, be sure to check out our Amazon Prime Day hub for even more deals.
Xbox Wireless Controller Deals | Xbox, PC, iOS, Android
The standard Xbox Wireless Controller is one of the best on the market. With an ergonomic design, responsive buttons, durable construction, and support for Xbox, PC, and mobile, it’s a great all-around gamepad. Several variants are on sale ahead of Prime Day, giving you a chance to add a new one to your collection for cheap.
Arctic Camo — $47 ($70)Velocity Green — $47 ($65)Shock Blue — $47 ($65)Carbon Black — $47 ($60) | Also at WalmartCarbon Black with USB-C cable — $48 ($65)Robot White — $47 ($60) | Also at WalmartElectric Volt — $49.49 ($65)
Xbox Elite Series 2 Core (Red)
$96 ($140) | Xbox, PC, iOS, Android
If you’re looking for an Xbox controller with a few additional features, consider the Elite Series 2. It features enhanced rubberized grips, hair trigger locks, and support for three custom profiles, a nice upgrade from the standard controller. This version also looks great, as its faceplate is coated in a gorgeous red.
Xbox Elite Series 2
$151 ($180) | Xbox, PC, iOS, Android
The Xbox Elite Series 2 is about as fancy as Xbox controllers get. Not only does it include rubberized grips, hair trigger locks, and custom profiles, but you can also swap out thumbsticks, D-pads, and back paddles to fit your personal needs. The current price is one of the best we’ve seen this year, and we’re not sure how much lower it’ll go during Prime Day.
Nintendo Switch Joy-Con Controllers (Switch, PC, iOS, Android)
Nintendo Switch Joy-Con are notoriously expensive, carrying a usual price tag of around $80. A handful of models are on sale at Walmart right now, including popular colors like Neon Blue & Neon Yellow and Neon Pink & Neon Green. They work flawlessly with Switch, but you can also pair them to PC and mobile via Bluetooth.
Neon Purple & Neon Orange (Walmart) — $62 ($80)Neon Pink & Neon Green (Walmart) — $64 ($80)Pastel Pink & Pastel Yellow (Amazon) — $73 ($80)Neon Blue & Neon Yellow (Walmart) — $67 ($80)Pastel Pink & Pastel Yellow (Walmart) — $67 ($80)
Nintendo Switch Pro Controller | Switch, PC, iOS, Android
Both the standard Switch Pro Controller and the eye-catching Switch Pro Controller: Tears of the Kingdom Edition are on sale. Both are fulfilled by Walmart, and you’ll even get free 30-day returns with your purchase. These gamepads don’t often go on sale, so be sure to check out the price cuts while you can.
Nintendo Switch Pro Controller — $63 ($70)Nintendo Switch Pro Controller: Tears of the Kingdom Edition — $77Nintendo Switch Pro Controller: Tears of the Kingdom (Preowned) — $65
ASUS ROG Raikiri Controllers
Two versions of the ROG Raikiri are up for grabs, both of which are officially licensed for Xbox. The first is the standard Raikiri, featuring back buttons, adjustable trigger depths, remappable buttons, and customizable joystick sensitivity. The other model is the Raikiri Pro, which gets you all the above plus a built-in OLED to help manage all your settings.
ASUS ROG Raikiri — $75 ($100) | Xbox, PCASUS ROG Raikiri Pro — $130 ($150) | Xbox, PC
Nacon Revolution 5 Pro
$175 ($200) | PS5, PS4, PC
The officially licensed Nacon Revolution 5 Pro is built specifically for PS5, though it’ll work with PS4 and PC. It features Hall Effect joysticks for added longevity and a unique D-pad great for fighting games. The futuristic-looking controller is supported by an app for remapping buttons and modifying profile settings.
SteelSeries Stratus+ Bluetooth Controller
$28 ($60) | Android, PC
If you’re looking for an affordable gamepad for Android gaming, the Stratus+ is a solid choice. The full-sized controller gets a staggering 90 hours on a single charge, comes with a detachable phone mount, and is equipped with Hall Effect triggers for a premium feel. You’ll even get clickable analog sticks, giving you a few other input methods for all your favorite games.
8BitDo Ultimate Bluetooth Controller With Charging Dock
$52 ($70) | Switch, PC
This deal is only available to Prime members, but it brings the popular controller down to one of the best prices of the year. Along with an included charging dock, the gamepad features Hall Effect joysticks, two back paddles, rumble support, and a 22-hour battery life. It’ll work with Switch and Steam Deck via Bluetooth or the 2.4GHz adapter, while PC requires either the 2.4GHz adapter or USB cable.
8BitDo Ultimate C Wireless Controller
$24 ($30) | PC, Android
It’s not as fancy as the Ultimate, but the 8BitDo Ultimate C is a solid choice if you’re working with a budget. It offers rumble vibration, a turbo function, and a comfortable anti-slip texture to help you keep your grip during long play sessions. Add 25 hours of battery life and an ergonomic design, and you’ve got a great gamepad for the price.
8BitDo SN30 Pro Bluetooth Controller
$40 ($45) | Switch, PC, Android
Want a controller with a retro flair? Then the SN30 Pro needs to be on your radar. It looks much like the old SNES gamepad, though it comes with modern features like rumble, support for motion controls, and both Bluetooth and USB-C connectivity. Its transparent design is also quite striking, and it should look great in most game rooms when not in use.
8BitDo Ultimate 2.4G Wireless Controller | PC, Android, iOS
Prime members can cash in on a deal that gets them the 8BitDo Ultimate 2.4G Wireless Controller (Genshin Impact) for cheap, while everyone else can enjoy a nice price cut on the pink variant. Both include a charging dock, Hall Effect joysticks, and work with PC, Android, and iOS.
8BitDo Ultimate 2.4G Wireless Controller (Genshin Impact) — $50 ($60)8BitDo Ultimate 2.4G Wireless Controller (Pink) — $46 ($50)
Hori Split Pad Compact | Switch
A wide variety of Hori Switch Split Pad Compact models are on sale ahead of Prime Day. These are designed for handheld play, giving you a full-sized controller experience that’s a bit easier on large hands than the traditional Joy-Con. You’ll also find a few discounted attachment sets, which turn the handheld controllers into wired controllers that can be used while docked.
Hori Split Pad Compact (Gengar) — $52 ($60)Hori Split Pad Compact (Pac-Man) — $48 ($60)Hori Split Pad Compact (Pikachu & Mimikyu) — $48 ($60)Hori Split Pad Compact Attachment Set (Gray) — $65 ($80)Hori Split Pad Compact Attachment Set (Lavendar) — $70 ($80)Hori Split Pad Compact Attachment Set (Eevee) — $82 ($90)
Hori Split Pad Pro
$54 ($60) | Switch
The Hori Split Pad Pro is the larger cousin of the Split Pad Compact listed above. This version features striking Tears of the Kingdom graphics, with Link adorning the right side while black and gold iconography is on the left. The full-size controller is a great fit for gamers with larger hands, as it gets you full-size analog sticks, programmable rear buttons, and an ergonomic design that’s great for long sessions.
Nitro Deck
You can pick up all colors of the Nitro Deck for cheap right now, and it’s a nice alternative to the Hori Split Pad Pro and Split Pad Compact. Along with a unique design that cradles the Switch, it uses passthrough charging to keep your handheld juiced up, a companion app to customize your experience, swappable thumbstick toppers, and remappable back buttons. You’ll also find a version with an included carrying case if you’re looking for an easy way to protect your controller on the road.
Nitro Deck (All Colors) — $45 ($50)Nitro Deck Limited Edition + Carrying Case — $80 ($90)
NYXI GameCube Controllers
You’d be hard-pressed to find an affordable and in good condition original GameCube controller, making these gamepads from NYXI your best choice for nostalgic gaming. Three different versions are available, offering unique designs and a combination of Hall Effect joysticks, responsive buttons, back paddles, and motion sensing.
NYXI Wizard Switch GameCube Controller — $60 with coupon code ($70) | SwitchNYXI Warrior Bluetooth Controller — $55 with coupon code ($69) | Switch, GC, Wii, PCNYXI Hyperion Pro Wireless Controller — $56 with coupon code ($66) | Switch
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