Amazon Prime Day Xbox controller deals are back in full force, with loads of big discounts on gamepads that are compatible with Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S, Xbox One as well as PC.

Given the price hike for the premium offering — Xbox Game Pass Ultimate — just went up in September to $19.99/month, you can bag a decent saving by buying a 3-month membership during the Prime Day October deals. Why's Game Pass Ultimate so important? It's the only plan that includes day-one access to new first-party Xbox titles.

Amazon's Big Deals Prime Day is set to take place next week, but you don't have to wait for the huge sale event to save money on a variety of gaming items. The online giant is already offering some great discounts on Xbox, PlayStation and PC games and accessories.

Electric Volt, Shock Blue, Deep Pink and Pulse Red variants are all discounted ahead of Amazon's Big Deal Days event for Prime members.

I'm a lifelong gaming hobbyist, and these are the best October Prime Day gaming deals. Check out my picks as of Oct. 9 (the second day of the sale).

As of Oct. 15, the Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Max with Xbox wireless controller bundle is on sale for $79.99 at Amazon. That's a 45% saving on list price. Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon/Xbox Fire TV Stick 4K Max,

This Amazon bundle has all the products you need to start playing Xbox Game Pass on your TV. It includes a wireless Xbox controller, a Fire TV Stick 4K, and a one-month pass of Game Pass Ultimate.

The Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Max comes with 16GB of storage, 4K resolution, Dolby Vision, HDR10+, and Dolby Atmos sound. Its Wi-Fi 6 antenna keeps the connection solid. While this is the best price for non-Prime members,