Steam’s Winter Sale Kicks Off This Week Featuring Top Games of 2025

Steam’s final sale of the year is just around the corner, promising a treasure trove of discounts on a wide array of fantastic games, as hinted in the trailer. The winter sale kicks off on December 18 at 1 p.m. EDT and will run until January 5, 2026. Expect to receive a detailed email on Thursday showcasing which games from your wishlist will be on sale.

This year’s lineup includes some of the most acclaimed titles, such as the GOTY-nominated Hades 2 and Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2. Other exciting 2025 releases like Dispatch, Assassin’s Creed Shadows, Borderlands 4, Elden Ring Nightreign, and Megabonk are also set to see price cuts. The trailer also highlights popular Sony PC ports like The Last of Us Part 2 Remastered and Marvel’s Spider-Man 2. Gamers will get the full scoop on the winter sale when it launches Thursday afternoon.

For PC gamers, Steam’s quarterly sales are prime opportunities to snag games, whether you’re eyeing new releases or older titles that deserve a spot in your collection. Expect significant discounts on many older games, often bringing prices down to less than a cup of coffee.

While Steam’s sale garners most of the spotlight, other platforms are also rolling out year-end sales. The Epic Games Store’s holiday sale features great deals on titles like Battlefield 6 and Cyberpunk 2077. Similarly, GOG’s winter sale boasts over 8,000 games on discount, including Hollow Knight: Silksong and The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt.