The Steam Winter Sale is a legendary thing. It’s a short-lived event that goes live at the end of December every year, and millions of PC gamers flock to the platform to soak up hefty discounts on some top-tier games. The Steam Winter Sale runs from December 21 to January 4 this year, meaning it’s live now. It’s an exciting time that tends to threaten wallets worldwide, so we’ve put together a showcase of the best discounts available at the moment – so you don’t get lost in the chaos.
Best Games in the Steam Winter Sale 2023
It doesn’t matter if you’re a keen puzzle solver, a fan of shooters, or if you love the adrenaline rush that comes with a high-octane race circuit, the Steam Winter Sale has something for every kind of gamer.
Here are some of the hottest discounts in the Steam Winter Sale.
The Last of Us Part I (-33%)
The Last of Us Part I didn’t have the best launch on PC, but it was fixed up by Naughty Dog over time to become a stellar title that’s well worth a playthrough. It’s available in the Steam Winter Sale for $40.
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Mass Effect Legendary Edition (-90%)
With a whopping 90% knocked off the price, the Mass Effect Legendary Edition is an insane purchase, giving you three incredible games for just $5.99. If you’ve never played the Mass Effect series, you’ve missed out on some of the best storytelling in video game history.
Red Dead Redemption II (-67%)
If you’ve not played Red Dead Redemption II, you’re either not interested or you’ve been living under a rock. This monumental game is Rockstar’s most recent creation and at just $19.79, you’re getting a bargain on what is certainly one of the best games of all time.
Hogwarts Legacy (-50%)
Hogwarts Legacy is one of the best-selling games of 2023, and when it was released earlier in the year, it drew in millions of players and viewers on streaming platforms. It’s a fantastic open-world game that’s deeply authentic to the Wizarding World, and at just $29.99, it’s a bargain at half the price.
Related: Hogwarts Legacy 2 Is In Development
Rainbow Six Siege (-60%)
As Ubisoft’s flagship shooter and one of the most consistent competitors to Call of Duty, Rainbow Six Siege is a solid, stable, and popular tactical shooter that has secured one of the longest shelf lives in the genre. It’s just $7.99 in the Steam Winter Sale.
Forza Horizon 5 (-50%)
If you’re hunting for one of the most visually impressive open-world racing games ever made, then don’t overlook Forza Horizon 5. With one of the biggest catalogues of cars and a stunning amount of content to discover, this truly is a gem of the genre, and it’s just $29.99 on Steam at the moment.
Euro Truck Simulator 2 (-75%)
Euro Truck Simulator 2 is a gift that doesn’t stop giving. It’s timeless, it’s authentic, and it’s highly enjoyable – it’s the perfect game to relax with, cruising down the highway while in complete control of a big rig, attempting to make your fortune. It’s just $4.99 in the Steam Winter Sale.
Sons of the Forest (-20%)
It’s not a huge discount, but Sons of the Forest is one of the most realistic, terrifying horror survival games out there, boasting a huge open world, the ability to build fantastic settlements, and intense, brutal combat mechanics. If you’re feeling brave, it’s just $23.99 in the Steam Winter Sale.
Related: Sons of the Forest Is Leaving Early Access
Modern Warfare 3 (-30%)
The worst-rated Call of Duty game is discounted in the Steam Winter Sale, which means it’ll cost you just $48.99 to get on board. Will you listen to the masses or will you find out for yourself just how bad this game is?
Civilization VI (-90%)
At just 10% of the original price, you won’t find a cheaper strategy game that’ll offer as many hours of entertainment as this. Boasting 211,297 reviews, it’s one of the most widely played games on Steam, and in the Winter Sale, it’s just $5.99.
Fallout 76 (-80%)
Fallout 76 is the most recent instalment in the legendary post-apocalyptic franchise, but there’s a twist at play. It’s the first (and only) online game in the series, and it has been alive since 2018, with Bethesda Game Studios regularly pumping it full of fresh content. It’s only $7.99 in the Steam Winter Sale.
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Assassin’s Creed Valhalla (-75%)
Assassin’s Creed Valhalla is the most expansive game in the iconic series from Ubisoft. It offers hundreds of hours of content stretched out across a massive open world fraught with danger, deception, and mystery. It’s only $14.99 on Steam right now.
The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt (-75%)
As the winner of hundreds of Game of the Year awards, The Witcher 3 is one of those titles that you simply must play. It’s a beautiful game with epic storytelling and some of the best acting in recent years. At just $9.99, it’s well worth the investment.
Atomic Heart (-50%)
Atomic Heart launched midway through 2023, offering an intense and at times bizarre story that sees players wrestle with a Soviet-themed mechanical menace of an uprising. It’s a solid shooter with some innovative elements and a great world, and it’s $29.99 in the Steam Winter Sale.
Resident Evil 2 Remake (-75%)
It’s widely considered the best Resident Evil game of all time – or at least the best Resident Evil Remake. With Resident Evil 2 Remake, you’re getting an iconic story with one of the most chilling settings in gaming history, all for just $9.99 on Steam.
Jurassic World Evolution 2 (-75%)
Play with genetics and hold the lives of those who visit your park in your hands as you attempt to construct a phenomenon – a thriving, fully functional Jurassic Park. Manage your constructs, your animals, and your profits – and try to avoid any breakouts. It’s just $14.99 on Steam.
Mortal Kombat 1 (-50%)
One of the best fighting games of 2023 is on sale for just $34.99. It’s hard to not find that price extremely tempting, as Mortal Kombat 1 offers up some of the most brutal, gory combat scenes you’ll ever witness, along with an immersive, all-new story and plenty of side content.
Spider-Man: Miles Morales (-40%)
As one of the greatest games of its generation, Miles Morales was a fantastic standalone expansion (or a spin-off) to 2018’s Spider-Man. It puts players in control of Miles Morales, a character who develops some fantastic powers as the game goes on. It’s just $29.99 on Steam.
Grand Theft Auto 5 (-63%)
With GTA 6 having been revealed by Rockstar Games, can you really sit back and say you’ve never played GTA 5? It’s on sale right now for just $14.99 on Steam, and at that price, you’re getting a bargain – it’s almost the best-selling game in history.
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EA FC 24 (-60%)
For those who are feeling sporty, consider investing just $27.99 in one of the most consistently impressive sports games ever. In EA FC 24, you’re getting everything that FIFA was but with a different branding – it’s the perfect game for soccer fans.
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