I've found the best Xbox controller Prime Day deals, and heads up: Amazon isn't the only one bringing heat

Xbox Elite Controller Series 2
The Xbox Elite Controller Series 2 laying in its protective case. (Image credit: Windows Central)

Amazon's October Prime Day season is here once again — nobody is actually calling it Big Deal Days, right? — and that means some of the best Xbox deals of the year are live. And no, I'm not just talking about the consoles themselves (though we did find some pretty incredible Xbox Series S deals).

In fact, I'd argue that many of the sweetest Xbox discounts on offer October 8-9 are for accessory products that enhance your gaming experience across Xbox and Windows PC. Amongst these peripherals, controllers are the most valuable and will have the biggest impact on your day-to-day gaming escapades, as pulling their triggers and pressing their buttons is the core way you interact with your favorite games.

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Best Xbox controller Prime Day deals

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Prime Day Xbox controller deals: FAQ

What's the best Xbox controller that's on sale?

With so many different Xbox controllers heavily discounted right now, it can be hard to know what the best Xbox controller to buy is. For most people, I think a standard Xbox Wireless Controller will offer the best balance of value and price, though I also strongly recommend PowerA's gamepads to anyone looking to game on a budget. On the premium side of things, meanwhile, you'll be best off with one of Microsoft's Xbox Elite Controller Series 2 gamepads or something from Razer's excellent Wolverine lineup.

Do I need an Amazon Prime membership for these deals?

You'll need an Amazon Prime membership for any Amazon deals marked with the red "Prime Big Deal" tag (Amazon's offered free trial counts) on their store page, but not for any other discounts visible on the seller's website. None of the deals from other retailers listed here require other kinds of memberships, either, though you can get benefits like free shipping with Walmart Plus, Target Circle, My Best Buy, and the like.

When does October Prime Day end?

Amazon's October Prime Day will last until 11:59 p.m. PT on October 9, at which point the event will officially conclude.

How long will these deals last?

While it's likely that many of the Amazon-specific "Prime Big Deals" will go offline when October Prime Day itself does, several of them might remain available for a period of time after the event's conclusion. The same is true for discounts on other storefronts, so keep that in mind (though I don't recommend banking on stragglers sticking around).

More Prime Day deals and anti-Prime Day deals

We at Windows Central are scouring the internet for the best Prime Day deals and anti-Prime Day deals, but there are plenty more discounts going on now. Here's where to find more savings:

Brendan Lowry
Contributor, Gaming

Brendan Lowry is a Windows Central writer and Oakland University graduate with a burning passion for video games, of which he's been an avid fan since childhood. He's been writing for Team WC since the summer of 2017, and you'll find him doing news, editorials, reviews, and general coverage on everything gaming, Xbox, and Windows PC. His favorite game of all time is probably NieR: Automata, though Elden Ring, Fallout: New Vegas, and Team Fortress 2 are in the running, too. When he's not writing or gaming, there's a good chance he's either watching an interesting new movie or TV show or actually going outside for once. Follow him on X (Twitter).