The Hottest Amazon Prime Day Deals for Polygon Readers

There are so many great Amazon Prime Day deals to take advantage of before the sale ends on July 17, but only a few stand out as the very best of the best — at least, according to Polygon readers.

Looking at the most popular deals among readers, it’s clear that we’re all in the mood to gather our loved ones for some fun game nights. Board games like Tokaido duo And Red rising lead the pack. In fact, the majority of Polygon’s top ten deals are board games, with not a single video game in sight!

We’ve already put our expertise to work to make our selection for the best Prime Day deals on board games, video games, Dungeons & Dragons, Magic: The GatheringLegos and more. But if you want to skip straight to the most popular stop, here are the top 10 deals among readers. You all have excellent taste.

What Polygon Readers Bought This Prime Day


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Tokaido duo

Prices are valid at time of publication.

Tokaido Duo is probably the most relaxing two-player board game on sale for Prime Day. While there is technically a competitive element, it’s more about the journey, in all its idyllic glory, than the destination.

The box for the game Red Rising.


Red rising

Prices are valid at time of publication.

The official board game for Pierce Brown’s dystopian Red Rising novels, this game puts you in the shoes of the leader of a house vying for power and amassing followers. There are tons of easter eggs for book fans (but no spoilers!), but you don’t have to be a Pierce Brown fan to play.

The box of the board game Splendor Duel


Beautiful Duel

Prices are valid at time of publication.

This two-player card game pits you and your opponent against each other in a race to become the ultimate gem trader. The box itself is quite compact, making it the perfect game to take with you on your travels, to breweries, or wherever you want to play.

The hardcover boxed set edition of The Complete Calvin & Hobbes


The Complete Calvin and Hobbes

Prices are valid at time of publication.

Fans can get both the four-volume paperback collection and the three-volume hardcover collection of the entire book Calvin and Hobbes series are getting big discounts for Prime Day. And if you’re not already a fan of Bill Watterson’s beloved and groundbreaking comic series about an imaginative boy and his stuffed tiger, now’s a great time to join the club.

The box for the game Machi Koro 2.


Machi Koro 2

Prices are valid at time of publication.

This competitive city builder improves on the original game in every way. Great to play with a minimum of two players and a maximum of five, Machi Koro 2 is a clever dice game for all ages.

The box for the board game Betrayal at House on the Hill


Betrayal in House on The Hill (Second Edition)

Prices are valid at time of publication.

Although it’s not exactly a fast game, Betrayal in House on the Hill is endlessly replayable with 50 different scenarios to choose from. This spooky board game is a modern classic for a reason.

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Lego Classic Creative Building Set with Bricks

Prices are valid at time of publication.

It’s exactly what it says on the box. This brick-shaped plastic tub is packed with pre-sorted Lego bricks in a variety of sizes and bright pastel colors. The big tub is $33 (was $60) and contains 790 pieces, while the medium sized tub costs $21 (was $35) and consists of 484 pieces.

The box for the card game Catan Starfarers Duel


Catan Star Warriors Duel

Prices are valid at time of publication.

We all played Catan earlier. But have you played the two-player version of the card game that also placed in space? In this strategy game, you compete against your rival for a seat on the Galactic Council. But on your way to securing the job, you’ll have to travel the galaxy, defeat pirates, develop trade relations, and much more.

The cover of the D&D heist collection Keys from the Golden Vault, showing party members jumping from the ceiling using ropes toward a creature hiding under a chair.


Keys from the Golden Vault

Prices are valid at time of publication.

This collection of heist adventures is perfect for Dungeons and Dragons Beginners and seasoned players alike, with 13 one-shots designed for characters levels 1-11. Each adventure is built for four to six party members and comes with maps for Dungeon Masters and players.


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