Amazon has epic Nintendo Switch 2 deals ahead of October Prime Day — here’s the 10 savings I’d buy right now

Nintendo Switch 2 isn't on sale for October Prime Day, but considering how difficult finding stock was over the summer, scoring one at regular price feels like a deal in many ways. The Editor's Choice console is an iterative successor to the hybrid Switch console, offering a home console and handheld experience in one package. It packs new features, including a larger display, redesigned Joy-Cons and more internal power for increased performance.

The best deal you can get on the Nintendo Switch 2 right now is the Mario Kart World Bundle. This package is exactly what it sounds like: the Switch 2 hardware bundled with the flagship launch game, Mario Kart World. It retails for $499, which is a $30 saving compared to purchasing the two items individually.

Yakuza 0 has been enhanced via the Director's Cut. Set in 1980s Japan, you play Kazuma Kiryu in a sprawling crime drama that is plenty gripping but also mixed with the franchise's trademark quirky humor. The Director's Cut included new cutscenes that add to the story, and the gameplay is a mix of action-packed melee brawls and addictive mini-games.

Sonic X Shadow Generations combines a remaster of 2011's Sonic Generations, a love letter to the Blue Blur that remains a fan-favorite to this day, with a new Shadow-focused campaign. It's a strong package that will appeal to fans of both 2D and 3D Sonic adventures. Plus, the new Shadow-focused extra chapter is a total blast.

Split Fiction is a co-op adventure where two writers, Mio and Zoe, get trapped in a chaotic mix of their own stories. One minute you're dodging cyber ninjas, the next, you're riding dragons. It’s all about teamwork, solving puzzles, and navigating wild genre mashups to escape their own imaginations. Even better, thanks to the Friend Pass, you only need to buy a single copy to play the entire game online with a pal.

Step into the Wizarding World of Harry Potter in Hogwarts Legacy. This open-world RPG lets you attend the iconic school of witchcraft and wizardry, where you'll learn spells, brew potions, and tame magical beasts. You'll also have to battle dark wizards, scheming goblins and monstrous spiders, before deciding the fate of the entire wizarding world. The Switch 2 edition makes major improvements over the Switch 1 port, including the removal of several loading screens in the open world.

Madden NFL 26, the latest title in the long-running professional football franchise from EA Sports, offers a number of upgrades that justify picking it up. Including improved graphics on Switch 2, new mechanics, and a great Superstar mode. Plus, this version of the popular football simulation lets you play on the go, so you can win the Super Bowl at home or while traveling.

Civilization VII makes some of the biggest changes yet to the established formula, and while not all of these additions are necessarily for the best, it remains one of the deepest strategy games on the market. This is a game you can play for literally thousands of hours.

The latest entry in the annual NBA 2K series has entered the court, and it's once again the most polished and authentic way to play basketball from the comfort of your couch. NBA 2K26 includes the series' standard suite of online and offline modes, including MyTEAM and MyGM. The Switch 2 version isn't as graphically impressive as on other consoles, but it does offer portable play. Which is a pretty big advantage.

The tomtoc Switch 2 Slim Carry Case is a great choice for taking your Nintendo handheld just about anywhere. It offers a form-fitting profile that doesn't add significant bulk to the console, and tomtoc claims it offers "military-standard-drop" protection, which should come in handy if you're the clumsy sort.

If you want to take more than just the Switch 2 console unit with you on the go, this Hori Travel Bag is a great pick. It includes space for all aspects of the Switch 2, including the docking station and cables. Plus, there's additional room for accessories like the Switch 2 Pro Controller.

Need an extra set of Joy-Con 2 controllers for multiplayer, or just because it's always nice to have a spare? You can pick up an additional set of Joy-Con 2 on sale this October Prime Day for $94. It's only a small $5 saving, but considering the eyewatering price of an extra set of Joy-Con 2 controllers, even a minor discount is helpful.