The 2024 Steam winter sale is live, and some great games are on sale this year! Below, I’ll show you the best Steam Deck winter sale game recommendations so that you can find some awesome titles to play on the Steam Deck over the winter holidays.
Several games are on sale for less than $5 or for more than 80% off the regular price!
These deals are live until January 2nd, 2025!
Related: Check out the best Steam Deck games overall!
Our Review Criteria and Scoring System
We evaluate each game based on these key factors:
- Steam Deck Verification Status (Verified/Playable/Unsupported)
- Performance & Battery Life
- Control Scheme Optimization
- Text Readability
- Overall Value
Best Winter Sale Games Under $5
Here are my top picks for Steam Winter Sale games under $5:
- HITMAN World of Assassination ($2.99)
- Sid Meiers Cilization VI ($2.99)
- Mass Effect Legendary Edition ($4.79)
- House Flipper ($2.49)
- Okami HD ($4.99)
- Dying Light ($3.99)
- STAR WARS Jedi Fallen Order ($3.99)
- Titanfall 2 ($2.99)
- Rise of the Tomb Raider ($4.49)
- Enter the Gungeon ($4.49)
- Firewatch ($1.99)
- State of Decay 2: Juggernaut Edition ($2.99)
- Need for Speed Heat ($3.49)
- Stellaris ($3.99)
- Sleeping Dogs ($2.99)
- The Escapists 2 ($3.79)
- Planet Coaster ($2.99)
Best AAA Games on Sale in Winter Sale
- Metro Exodus ($3.79) – 90% off
- Divinity: Original Sin Enhanced Edition ($3.99) – 90% off
- Total War: Warhammer ($6.59) – 90% off
- Planet Zoo ($8.99) – 75% off
- The Witcher 3($7.79) – 80% off
Best Game Bundles on Sale
Other Winter Sale Recommendations to Check Out
- Slay the Spire (5.49) – 75% off
Verified vs Playable Status
Each game on the Steam store has a rating for the Steam Deck, which tells you how well it plays on the 7-inch handheld device.
Verified means the game works perfectly on Steam Deck without any tweaks, while Playable indicates the game works but might need minor adjustments like manual keyboard input or smaller text.
Both statuses mean you can enjoy the game on your Steam Deck.
Frequently Asked Questions About Steam Deck Winter Sale Games (FAQs)
How long does the Steam Winter Sale 2024 last?
The Steam Winter Sale 2024 runs from December 19th to January 4th, 2024.
Which games offer the best battery life on Steam Deck?
2D indie games and less demanding titles like Stardew Valley, Hades, and Vampire Survivors typically offer 4-6 hours of battery life. Using FSR and limiting frame rates to 40 FPS can significantly extend your gaming sessions.
Can I play these games offline after purchasing?
Most single-player Steam games work offline once downloaded, but you’ll need to enable offline mode first. Some games with always-online DRM might require periodic internet connection checks.
How much storage space do Steam games typically require?
Modern AAA games usually need 30-100GB each, while indie titles typically range from 1-15GB. I recommend getting a microSD card to expand your storage since most Steam Deck models fill up quickly.
Are DLC packages worth buying during the sale?
DLC bundles often offer the best value during Steam sales with discounts up to 75% off. Look for “Complete” or “Game of the Year” editions which package all DLC content together at a significant discount.
