Prime Day board game deals may not be what you expect to see when Amazon's annual sale kicks off, but they're well worth keeping an eye out for. The event isn't limited to Kindle devices or Alexa gear; tabletop gaming enjoys surprisingly good discounts as well.
Because the sale isn't very far away, our team of bargain hunters have gathered up all of the tips you need to make the most of 2024's Prime Day board game deals. We've been covering the event for years now, so have plenty to share that should help you get the best possible prices. And when Prime Day begins, we'll be posting the most tempting offers here to save you time as well as money.
We won't just be looking for savings on the best board games, either. Everything from card games to the best tabletop RPGs will be included in this roundup as well, so keep 'em peeled no matter what you like to play on games night.
Prime Day board game deals: FAQs
When do Prime Day board game deals start?
Amazon have confirmed that Prime Day 2024 will take place July 16 through July 17. So, like previous years, Prime Day runs across two days. That said, not all the best board game deals are reserved for the Prime Day period, so it's worth swinging back here to scope out all the early savings and discounts.
When do Prime Day board game deals end?
Despite its name, Prime Day lasts for 48 hours as opposed to 24. So, when the event starts, you’ll have until midnight the next day to take advantage of all the best Prime Day board game deals.
Do I need a Prime membership for Prime Day board game deals?
You will need to have a Prime membership to get access to Prime Day board game deals, as the event is exclusive to Prime members. While this is a bit of a pain in the side for those who don’t have a subscription, it is a nice bit of exclusivity for those already signed up.
Of course, you do have alternatives if you still want to save money on your favorite board games. To jump on the Prime Day hype, some retailers run sales around the same time. If you’re lucky (and keep a close eye out) you might even come across even better deals than those on Amazon. Obviously, getting a free trial of Prime is a useful workaround too.
Should I wait for Black Friday board game deals instead?
While certain games do hit their lowest ever prices during the November sales, that doesn’t mean it’s not worth checking out Prime Day sales too. While the price drops are less extreme and fewer between than during Black Friday, you should still see a couple of stand-out deals. If you do come across a discounted item during Prime Day and aren’t sure if you should hold out until Black Friday for a better price, we recommend referencing its price history using tools like CamelCamelCamel to give you a fuller picture.
Does MTG go on sale during Prime Day?
Many TCGs, including MTG, can see significant discounts during the Prime Day sale event. Last year, for example, we saw price reductions of up to 45% on products from 2023 Magic: The Gathering sets like MTG Lord of the Rings and WIlds of Eldraine.
What to expect from Prime Day board game deals 2024
There are a wide variety of titles that can wind up included in the selection of Prime Day board game deals, no matter what genre or price range they are. So, whether you like chill puzzle games like Azul or like to turn your friends against each other with some good ol’ social deduction à la Werewolf, you should find a bargain or two worth pursuing.
While they may go on sale intermittently through the year anyway, the best party board games are particularly strong candidates for good Prime Day discounts. They tend to be on the more inexpensive side to begin with so they make for great little impulse buys. These are great to add to your collection just in time for Summer too, as simpler games are perfect for a bit of post-BBQ playtime with family or to bring along to a picnic with friends.
On the complete other end of the spectrum, Prime Day is also a good time to pick up more premium hobby board games like Gloomhaven. While you might struggle to justify adding a board game with a $50+ price tag to your basket normally, once you can score a solid bargain on it, it’s an ideal opportunity to cross it off your board game collection wishlist.
Additionally, there’s a good chance that you’ll score some of the best D&D books on a discount too. However, it is worth noting that some of the D&D core rulebooks will technically be out-of-date by this point. Of course, that won’t impede upon your plans to run a campaign according to 5E 2014 rules (or to just treat the old rulebooks to a place in your bookshelf) but if you really want to be up to date, make sure you’re picking up the revised 2024 editions.
Last year's best Prime Day board game deals
To give you an even clearer picture of what to expect out of this year’s Prime Day board game deals, it’s helpful to do a rundown of all the best picks offered on Prime Day from the previous year. While there’s no guarantee that we'll get the same reductions on the same products, it still gives a general idea of what you can expect this time around.
Last year’s Prime Day board game deals - UK
Naturally, Prime Day board game deals aren't the only things worth looking into. The sales event also has a lot of other tech at massively reduced prices, including Prime Day laptop deals and Prime Day TV deals. If you want to keep your focus on tabletop though, don't miss the top board games for adults.
