Your game console could always use an upgrade, right? Whether it’s a new keyboard, headset, or microphone so you can stream on Twitch, there’s a ton of new gear on sale right now so you can score points to up your game. These are our favorites Amazon Prime Day game deals, and we’ve also added discounts from other retailers, such as Target.
Update July 11: We’ve added Meta Quest 2 headset, WD_Black 4TB SSD, GameSir G7 controller, and some games. We also update links and prices.
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Microsoft’s smaller console recently dropped to around $240, but we’ve never seen it drop that low before. If you don’t like its more powerful sibling, the Series X (7/10, WIRED Review), the all-digital Series S might tempt you. That’s a good way to take advantage Microsoft’s excellent Xbox Game Pass Ultimate.
Meta raised an eyebrow at the announcement that it would lift up Quest 2 headset price a few years after it came out. This sale brings it back to its previous, now discounted price, but to sweeten the deal, it comes with a $50 Amazon gift card.
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Logitech also produces some our favorite mouseand this one is especially handy when paired with it companion wireless charging mat. It can charge while you’re using it or when you leave it on the trackpad unattended, so you never have to worry about running out of battery all the time. It’s slightly different from the G Pro we tested—this one has fewer buttons but is much lighter, which is useful in fast-paced games.
SteelSeries Apex Pro is a powerful tool and customization machine. It supports customization of per-key switches and LEDs, plus it has a small OLED display that can provide important information like system stats, notifications, or the macro configuration you’re using. . If you want to save some money, wired version And Apex Pro Mini (missing OLED screen and some other features) is also on sale. If you are EASY prefer having a numpadThat version is also discounted right now.
It can be hard to make a mechanical keyboard stand out, but Corsair’s K100 does it with a unique twist: a wheel. Two, technically. In addition to the volume wheel, there’s also a large knob at the top left of the keyboard that can be used to do things like scroll through videos or control features in Adobe apps.
Logitech G915 is one of our top mechanical keyboard recommendationsespecially if you like to use gaming peripherals to get the job done. Logitech G Hub software makes it super simple to automate everything from your computer. OH macros to reply to dull emails. If you want this keyboard with Numpad, that style is also on sale for $170 ($60 off).
We love the Cherry switch on mechanical keyboard, but the company also makes keyboards. This low profile, detachable and rechargeable keyboard gives you a Cherry typing experience while allowing you to move around the house.
We’ve got more details in ours Best gaming headset instruct.
Our upgrade picks in Best gaming headset The guide comes in both wired and wireless flavors. We love the wireless Nova Pro (8/10, Recommend wired) and the wired version includes the same DAC that lets you swap between devices, fine-tune EQ, and adjust microphone volume.
The SteelSeries Arctis 9X headset is Our top picks for Xbox owners, and both it and its PlayStation, PC, and Xbox compatible variant are currently on sale. Comfortable design, comes with a retractable microphone for group chats, and lasts about 20 hours on a single charge.
This may be one of the least appealing gaming headsets in our guide, but the JBL Quantum One delivers some of the best 3D Sound around. The included JBL software can track your head position, so it can even lower the volume when you’re away from the screen.
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Cloud Alpha Wireless wins rare and prestigious award Score 10/10 in our review. Yes, they’re comfortable, sound great, and have a handy microphone, but the battery life won’t let you down. Most wireless headphones have 30 to 40 hours of battery life, but the Cloud Alpha has huge battery life. three hundred. Our reviewers were actually able to get more listening time from this content.
This headset is ours Favorite gaming headset under $100. Arctis Nova 1X is a wired headset so it can work with your PC, PS5, Xbox or Switch. They’re not quite as fancy as some of the other SteelSeries headphones we’ve liked, but they feel solid and sound almost as good, especially for the price.
our test Best speaker instructions for other options.
I’ve been using the same desktop speakers for almost 20 years, but after trying out the SteelSeries Arena 7 speakers (8/10, Recommend wired), I was convinced to upgrade. Two RGB LED desktop speakers integrate into SteelSeries’ GG software, and the system comes with a spacious subwoofer.
If you don’t need a subwoofer or don’t mind having RGB LEDs, the SteelSeries Arena 3 system can save you some money. They come with 4-inch drivers that deliver solid sound quality, and the right speaker has a 3.5mm jack to plug in your headphones.
SteelSeries Arena 9 is the company’s most advanced version of desktop speakers. It uses the same front speakers and subwoofer as the Arena 7 system but adds two rear speakers and a center channel. The auxiliary speakers lack RGB LEDs but use the same bidirectional drivers as the other speakers.
our reading Best USB Mic guidance for other recommendations.
Quadcast (see below) has stood for many years, but the HyperX Quadcast S (8/10, Recommend wired) tried to improve on the original and impress us. It adds USB-C connectivity, has full RGB LEDs (instead of just red), and has an intuitive gain control knob at the bottom.
If you’ve spent time on Twitch, it’s hard not to see the HyperX Quadcast. It’s the mainstay for great sound quality, plus it features an eye-catching red LED that lights up the center column. Even if you’re not planning on streaming games, it’s one of the best USB microphones if you want simple, quality sound. It relies on the older Mini USB port and just lights up red.
This is a solid starter microphone we recommend in The best podcast device instruct. It uses a cardioid recording pattern, has USB-C (and comes with a USB-A to USB-C dongle so you can plug it into your laptop), and an LED that turns red when the microphone is off. language.
Another iconic pillar of the audio world, Blue Yeti has been instrumental in countless podcasts, video essays, and vlogs. It’s simple to set up and use, and it offers great sound quality compared to any microphone built into your laptop or phone.
If you want to save some money And a small desk space, the Blue Yeti Nano packs most of the full-size Yeti’s power into a much smaller package. It only has two of the usual Yeti’s four samples, but unless you’re going to use one microphone to record two people talking to each other from a desk, it should work fine.
Deals on accessories and gaming monitors
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The Triple-A game is getting bigger and bigger. If you are running out of memory in your PS5 (or whatever console) this external SSD gives you an extra 1 terabyte of space for you to use up the next, oh, six months or so major game release.
This upgraded version of the WD_Black SSD packs a massive 4 terabytes of capacity into an easy-to-install stick. At this price, it’s technically cheaper per terabyte than the 1-terabyte version above, and hits the maximum amount of storage the PS5 supports.
This is one of the lowest prices we’ve tracked on this solid-state drive. It works anywhere you can mount an M.2 drive, laptop, desktop, or even a PlayStation 5. It’s fast for anything you throw at it—we recommend it. It’s in How to build PC instructions. The 2 terabyte model is also on sale for $140 ($20 off)but here is the better per gigabyte deal.
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OK, it’s not exactly a gaming monitor, but the Vizio M-Series Quantum X is one of those Our favorite mid-tier TV, and now a giant 75-inch version is on sale. While we tested the smaller versions, it comes with the same Smartcast interface we love plus local dimming, and it supports up to 120 frames per second for games. your fast paced action.
Most controllers have been freed from the cord, but buying a wired controller is still a useful way to save some cash. The GameSir G7 controller is Our favorite of its kindwith customizable rear paddles, analog trigger and swappable faceplates.
Amazon’s Luna maybe not high our list of game streaming services, but if you already use the service, then this controller might be useful to you. It is compatible with most platforms including Windows, Mac, iPhone and Android, so you can play on your devices.
