Steam Winter Sale is just around the corner! It’s time to warm up the coldest days of the year with the hottest gaming deals. The countdown has begun for Valve’s annual mega event, featuring massive discounts across thousands of games.

When Does the Steam Winter Sale Start?

The Steam Winter Sale kicks off on 18 December 2025 at 21:00 (Turkey time). Discounts will run until 5 January 2026. For these two weeks, it’s not just your wallets your game library will be celebrating too!

Top Deals to Watch in the 2025 Winter Sale

This year’s biggest hits and long-awaited titles could see their first serious discounts. Here are a few categories you should keep an eye on:

• Blockbusters of the Year: Expect the first major discounts of 25 to 50 percent on 2025’s top AAA titles.

• Indie Gems: Hades II, Manor Lords and many more indie favorites are expected to get up to 60 percent off.

• Classic Series: The Witcher, Red Dead Redemption and Cyberpunk 2077 are likely to hit their “all-time lowest” prices again.

Survival Guide for Sale Season

Don’t get lost among thousands of games follow these 3 golden rules to get the most out of your budget:

1. Your Wishlist is Your Best Friend: Steam instantly notifies you when a game on your wishlist goes on sale. Make sure your list is up to date!

2. Don’t Miss the Steam Awards: The “Steam Awards” voting starts with the winter sale. Cast your vote to earn exclusive profile cards and badges.

3. Check SteamDB: Make it a habit to check a game’s price history on SteamDB to see if it’s really on sale.
   

More Than Just Games: Steam Events and Badges

The winter sale isn’t just about cheap games; it’s also about Steam Points Shop’s winter-themed items, new animated avatars, and profile showcases. Don’t forget to complete your “Discovery Queue” daily to collect free trading cards and craft your winter badge.