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Amazon Prime Big Deal Days Launch Early Discounts on Major Games and Consoles
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Star Wars: Zero Company is priced at $47.99, $12 off its list price and its first major discount since launch. The Blood of Dawnwalker is $59.49, more than $10 off its $69.99 list price and a first-time discount; both games received 9/10 scores from IGN.
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The Nintendo Switch 2 and Mario Kart World bundle can save buyers $37.97 compared with purchasing the console, game and Nintendo Switch Online membership separately, although IGN notes it is not as strong as the bundle deal offered at the console’s launch.
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Costco memberships start at $65 a year. Non-members shopping online may face a 5% markup and cannot access some member-only deals; the article also notes a signup offer of a $20 Costco store card, effectively making the first year of Gold Star membership $45.
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GamesRadar recommended buying the Nintendo Switch 2 at Amazon UK for £354.99 rather than waiting, saying the price was unlikely to drop further during the sale season and that stock of the console could become harder to find closer to the holidays.
Amazon's Prime Big Deal Days sale runs October 6–7, bringing significant discounts on gaming hardware, accessories, and software. Major titles like Star Wars: Zero Company and The Blood of Dawnwalker are receiving their first substantial price cuts, while Nintendo Switch 2 bundles offer savings worth considering before holiday stock tightens IGN.
New Games Hit First Discounts at Deep Cuts
Star Wars: Zero Company dropped to $47.99, saving buyers $12 off its $59.99 list price. The Blood of Dawnwalker fell to $59.49, a $10+ discount from its $69.99 sticker price. Both games earned 9/10 scores from IGN, making these first-ever major markdowns significant for players waiting for a break on premium releases.
Nintendo Switch 2 Bundles Offer Meaningful Savings Now
The Switch 2 and Mario Kart World bundle saves buyers $37.97 compared to buying each item separately. IGN notes this deal is solid but doesn't match the stronger bundle discount offered at the console's launch. Stock could tighten before the holidays, making October a smart time to buy if you're considering the handheld system IGN.
Costco's Competing Sales Require Membership Fees
Costco is running October sales on gaming PCs, TVs, and tech during Prime Big Deal Days. Gold Star memberships start at $65 yearly, but ZDNET reports online shoppers face a 5% markup without membership. A $20 store card signup offer brings the first year to $45. Some Amazon discounts extend past October 7 and don't require Prime membership ZDNET.
How to Spot Whether These Deals Are Actually Worth It
Price tracker tools help shoppers compare current discounts against historical lows. IGN advises waiting for Black Friday on commonly discounted items like first-party Nintendo games. However, Switch 2 stock could disappear soon. The PC headset Fractal Design Scape dropped to $170, praised for comfort and magnetic charging but lacking noise cancellation and a strong microphone.
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