Valve has officially revealed the schedule for Steam’s biggest year-end event, as shared with developers:

• Start Date: Thursday, December 18, 2025

• End Date: Monday, January 5, 2026

• Duration: This event will run for about two weeks.

All deals go live at 9:00 PM (local Turkey time) and end at the same hour.

Which Games Will Be on Sale During the 2025 Winter Sale?

As Steam’s biggest sale of the year, tens of thousands of games will be discounted. While the full list and exact rates (excluding brand new releases) aren’t confirmed yet, here are the most anticipated genres and top games likely to get major price drops:

1. Major AAA Titles & Bestsellers

These are the most popular releases and typically see the biggest discounts:

• Classic AAA Hits: Cyberpunk 2077, Red Dead Redemption 2, The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, Grand Theft Auto V are all expected to be featured. These titles often get 50% to 80% off.

• Recent AAA Releases (Launched a Few Months Ago): Baldur's Gate 3, Starfield, Spider-Man Remastered (PC), and new 2025 hits like Kingdom Come: Deliverance II are likely to see discounts between 20% and 33% during the Winter Sale.

2. Popular Indie Games

Indie hits are known for deep discounts:

• Hades, Celeste, Hollow Knight, Stardew Valley are all indie favorites. Discounts can reach 40% to 70% for these games.

3. Top Picks by Genre

Expect deals across every category on Steam:

Upcoming Steam Sales (December 2025)

Before the Winter Sale, another themed event is coming in December:

• Sports Festival: December 8 – December 15, 2025 (focused on discounts for sports games like football, basketball, and racing)

To prepare for Steam Winter Sale 2025, add your top picks to your wishlist and track discounts as soon as the sale starts.

Gift Tip: Steam Wallet Codes

The Winter Sale is the perfect time to buy or gift Steam Wallet Codes for friends and family.