These are the 13 Prime Day Nintendo Switch game deals still live that I’d buy

Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom screenshot with a Tom's Guide deal tag
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Amazon’s October Prime Day sales event may be over, but Amazon is still discounting some of my personal favorite Nintendo Switch games. From The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom to Persona 5 Royal, now is your chance to pick up unmissable Switch games at even cheaper prices.

While not all of the best Nintendo Switch games are on sale right now — if you’re craving something new to play on your handheld-home-console hybrid then you’ve come to the right place. Whatever your gaming preference, there’s a little something for everybody, even after Amazon’s Prime Big Deal Days sale has ended.

Below I’m rounding up my favorite Prime Day Nintendo Switch game deals that are still live, from a gigantic open-world RPG to an overlooked strategy game that pairs Mario with the loudmouth Rabbids. Here are the 13 Prime Day Switch deals I’d buy right now.

Prime Day Nintendo Switch deals — Top picks

The Legend of Zelda Tears of the Kingdom: was $69 now $55 @ Amazon

The Legend of Zelda Tears of the Kingdom: was $69 now $55 @ Amazon
Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom is the highly-anticipated sequel to Breath of the Wild, and it doesn't disappoint. Step back into the world of Hyrule, and embark on Link's most perilous quest to date. You'll need to master new abilities such as Ultrahand and Fuse in order to unravel the mystery of what happened to Princess Zelda and defeat the sinister Ganondorf.

Animal Crossing New Horizons: was $59 now $49 @ Amazon

Animal Crossing New Horizons: was $59 now $49 @ Amazon
Animal Crossing: New Horizons was a global sensation upon release in 2020, and it's just as effortlessly charming even more than three years later. This pleasant life sim lets you jet off to an untamed island courtesy of business raccoon Tom Nook. It's up to you to bring civilization to your new island and turn it into a villager's paradise. The perfect game when you want to chill out and zone out after a stressful day IRL. 

Persona 5 Royal: was $59 now $45 @ Amazon

Persona 5 Royal: was $59 now $45 @ Amazon
Persona 5 Royal is part turn-based RPG and part high-school simulator. You play as a new student who has recently moved to Tokyo. Soon you discover the ability to transverse a strange alternate reality and form The Phantom Thieves in an effort to fix the corrupt society around you. Just be warned, Persona 5 Royal will consume all your free time once it gets its hooks in. 

Witcher 3 Wild Hunt (Complete Edition): was $59 now $41 @ Amazon

Witcher 3 Wild Hunt (Complete Edition): was $59 now $41 @ Amazon
One of the most critically acclaimed games of the last decade, The Witcher 3 Wild Hunt (Complete Edition) offers an entire fantasy realm for you to explore at home or on the go. You play monster-hunter Geralt of Rivia on a deeply personal quest to find an ashen-haired girl in this epic open-world RPG. This Complete Edition comes with the game's two sizeable expansions, and in total easily offers more than 150 hours of content. 

Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hope: was $59 now $29 @ Amazon

Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hope: was $59 now $29 @ Amazon
The sequel to 2017's Mario + Rabbids Kingdom Battle, Sparks of Hope once again reunites the residents of the Mushroom Kingdom with the zany Rabbids. This time the unexpected allies are venturing into the stars for an intergalactic adventure. Offering colorful strategy combat, and plenty of planets to explore, Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hope is one of the most overlooked games on the entire Nintendo Switch platform. 

Bayonetta 3: was $59 now $38 @ Amazon

Bayonetta 3: was $59 now $38 @ Amazon
One of the most delightful and bizarre games on the Switch, Bayonetta 3 definitely skews a bit older than standard Nintendo fare. In this innovative sequel, you'll take control of the smart-talking witch Bayonetta as she punches, kicks, shoots and sashays her way through more than a dozen chapters of balletic battles against a variety of eldritch foes.

Cuphead: was $39 now $27 @ Amazon

Cuphead: was $39 now $27 @ Amazon
Don't be fooled by Cuphead's family-friendly visuals, this action-platformer puts up a serious fight. Inspired by classic cartoons of the 1930s, Cuphead is a devilishly difficulty but highly rewarding experience. This Nintendo Switch version packs the Delicious Last Course expansion which includes new bosses and a new playable character, Ms. Chalice. 

The Legend of Zelda Link's Awakening: was $59 now $39 @ Amazon

The Legend of Zelda Link's Awakening: was $59 now $39 @ Amazon
A remake of The Legend of Zelda Link's Awakening on GameBoy, this Switch title is packed with dungeons, puzzles and adventure. As well as tried and tested 2D Zelda gameplay, this game looks stellar thanks to its unique diorama-style aesthetic.

Sonic Frontiers: was $59 now $31 @ Amazon

Sonic Frontiers: was $59 now $31 @ Amazon
Sonic Frontiers is the Blue Blur’s latest adventure, and it’s something of a departure from previous games. This time around, Sonic explores five distinct islands in a big open world, rescuing his motley crew of friends as he goes. The game has tight controls and varied gameplay, and the story is better than you might expect.

NieR: Automata: was $39 now $25 @ Amazon

NieR: Automata: was $39 now $25 @ Amazon
One of the best action games of the last generation, NieR: Automata fits surprisingly well on the Nintendo Switch. Designed to be completed multiple times, each new playthrough unlocks another piece of the story. Offer high-speed combat, a densely-detailed world and an emotionally-engaging story, NieR: Automata is a delight. It's also got an "Auto Mode" designed to help newcomers who struggle with its fast-paced gameplay. 

Ni No Kuni Wrath of the White Witch: was $49 now $23 @ Amazon

Ni No Kuni Wrath of the White Witch: was $49 now $23 @ Amazon
Ni No Kuni: Wrath of the White Witch is a delightful game that combines the animation style of the legendary Studio Ghibli with the monster-hunting gameplay of Pokemon. You play a young boy named Oliver on an adventure to save a strange other world from sinister forces and recuse his mother in the process. Ni No Kuni is one of the most charming games on Nintendo Switch. 

Dragon Ball FighterZ: was $39 now $24 @ Amazon

Dragon Ball FighterZ: was $39 now $24 @ Amazon
If you want a fighting game that's true to its source material, look no further than Dragon Ball FighterZ. Utilizing Arc System Works' signature fighting game engine, this title features the over-the-top combat the anime is known for. This is still one of the best fighters ever released.

Sonic Mania + Team Sonic Racing Double Packwas $39 now $26 @ Amazon

Sonic Mania + Team Sonic Racing Double Pack: was $39 now $26 @ Amazon
Sonic Mania alone makes this title worthwhile, but getting Team Sonic Racing is a nice bonus. The former is effectively the 2D Sonic game that was never released, while the latter is a fun Mario Kart-esque racer. Two games for $26? This one is a no-brainer.

Rory Mellon
Entertainment Editor (UK)

Rory is an Entertainment Editor at Tom’s Guide based in the UK. He covers a wide range of topics but with a particular focus on gaming and streaming. When he’s not reviewing the latest games, searching for hidden gems on Netflix, or writing hot takes on new gaming hardware, TV shows and movies, he can be found attending music festivals and getting far too emotionally invested in his favorite football team. 

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