I’ve lost count of how many Steam Winter Sales I’ve survived—or at least how many my wallet has barely survived. Every year, thousands of games get discounted, and it’s far too easy to fill my backlog with forgettable filler. Why settle for two mediocre games when one unforgettable experience costs less than a coffee? Over the years, these ten games have stood out not just for their low prices, but for the staggering amount of quality they offer. Some of these discounts appear regularly, while others were historical lows I still bring up to friends. If you see them at these prices in 2026, don’t hesitate.
| Rank | Game | Best Price I’ve Seen | Discount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 | Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order | $4.79 | -88% |
| 9 | God of War (2018) | $29.99 | -40% |
| 8 | Red Dead Redemption 2 | $19.79 | -67% |
| 7 | Deep Rock Galactic | $9.89 | -67% |
| 6 | Hunt: Showdown | $15.99 | -60% |
| 5 | Disco Elysium - The Final Cut | $9.99 | -75% |
| 4 | Resident Evil 2 | $9.99 | -75% |
| 3 | Divinity: Original Sin 2 - Definitive Edition | $17.99 | -60% |
| 2 | Dishonored: Death of the Outsider - Deluxe Bundle | $11.99 | -80% |
| 1 | Hades | $12.59 | -50% |
10. Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order
If you’ve ever wanted to feel like a Jedi without the baggage of a bloated open world, this is it. Respawn’s action RPG nailed lightsaber combat, Metroidvania-style backtracking, and force-puzzle dungeons in a way that felt both focused and freeing. At $4.79, it’s practically an impulse buy—especially now that Jedi: Survivor is already out. Why not start the journey before the next sequel arrives? The perk tree let me specialize in force attacks or lightsaber combos, and I still remember the first time I pulled a stormtrooper off a ledge with the Force. For less than five dollars, that memory alone is worth it.
9. God of War (2018)
Kratos’ reinvention finally came to PC after years of PlayStation exclusivity. The Leviathan Axe alone is one of the most satisfying weapons I’ve ever thrown—and recalling it never gets old. The game takes the series’ brutal combat and adds a quieter, more personal story about fatherhood and grief. It’s a masterclass in pacing, and with Ragnarök now available on PC too, the original is the perfect place to begin. Is there any reason not to experience one of the best action games ever made at a discount? I can’t think of one.
8. Red Dead Redemption 2
This open world still feels more alive than most games released since. Arthur Morgan’s journey is slow, deliberate, and emotionally devastating in all the right ways. At $19.79, it gives you hundreds of hours of cowboy mayhem, hunting, fishing, and story. Have you ever just sat by a campfire and listened to the gang sing? That’s the magic Rockstar bottled here. This is one of the lowest prices I’ve ever seen, and it routinely beats the value of brand-new releases.
7. Deep Rock Galactic
For co-op horde shooting, nothing has stolen more of my evenings than this. You play as a space dwarf mining an alien planet while bugs swarm from every direction. The class synergy, destructible environments, and goofy corporate tone keep every mission fresh. It’s a perfect 'one more mission' game—and how many games can say that after dozens of hours? At under ten dollars, it’s an absurd amount of content for solo or up to four players.
6. Hunt: Showdown
Hunt has aged beautifully since its release. It blends PvE bounty hunting with tense PvP shootouts in a way no other extraction shooter has matched for me. The slow, deliberate weapons make every shot count, and the moment you finally extract with a bounty after a firefight is pure adrenaline. This has often hovered around $20, but at $15.99, it’s the cheapest entry point I’ve seen. If you’ve been curious about its methodical horror-western energy, this is your sign.
5. Disco Elysium - The Final Cut
What if an RPG cared less about combat and more about the broken, beautiful mess inside your detective’s head? Disco Elysium lets you build a psyche instead of a stat block, and the writing is so sharp it hurts. You’re a depressed, alcoholic cop trying to solve a murder while arguing with your own skills. It’s unlike anything else I’ve ever played, and $9.99 is a robbery. If you love narrative-driven games, this is non-negotiable.
4. Resident Evil 2
This remake is survival horror at its finest. The updated lighting and gore make Raccoon City feel suffocating, and the dual campaigns for Leon and Claire give you plenty of replay value. At $9.99, it’s a steal for one of the genre’s most iconic entries. Have you ever been chased by a hulking, unkillable tyrant down a narrow hallway? I have, and I still think about it. That’s the power of this game.
3. Divinity: Original Sin 2 - Definitive Edition
Before Baldur’s Gate 3, Larian proved they were masters of reactive, co-op RPGs with this gem. The elemental combat, deep character building, and wild world—evil crabs, living skeletons, death fog—make every playthrough different. It’s one of the best co-op RPGs ever made, and at $17.99, it’s an easy recommendation. Why not gather a party and see how quickly your friends turn a simple fight into a burning, electrified disaster?
2. Dishonored: Death of the Outsider - Deluxe Bundle
This bundle packs Dishonored 2 and Death of the Outsider into one low-priced package. The immersive sim design gives you supernatural powers and lets you decide whether to be a ghost or a whirlwind of blades. I love that a pacifist run and a chaotic murder spree feel like entirely different games. If you’re new to the series, the first game is also dirt cheap, so picking up the whole story costs almost nothing. Is there a better time to explore Dunwall and Karnaca? Probably not.
1. Hades
Supergiant’s rogue-like masterpiece remains the gold standard for blending story and gameplay. Every death still pushes the narrative forward, every escape attempt feeds into a larger goal, and the characters are unforgettable. The artwork is stylish, the combat is tight, and the post-run conversations with gods and underworld residents kept me hooked for over 100 hours. Now that Hades II has arrived, the original is an even better starting point. At $12.59, this is the easiest recommendation on this list.
These games all share something: they feel like complete, confident experiences that respect your time and money. Whether you’re hunting bounties, escaping the Underworld, or just trying to survive a zombie-filled police station, the Steam Winter Sale can be overwhelming. But if you grab even one of these picks, you’ll know exactly why I keep recommending them year after year.