Valve’s Steam Summer Sale 2025 runs from June 26 to July 10, offering up to 95% off thousands of PC games. As one of Steam’s “big four” seasonal sales, it features rare discounts on 2025’s hottest releases like Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 (10% off) and The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered (20% off), alongside historic lows on classics. With the Deep Discounts section highlighting gems under $5, this event targets both backlog builders and new PC gamers.
Steam’s Summer Sale is here! And we’ve got perhaps one of our best trailers yet – check it (and thousands of deals) out. Get some shopping in, grab your Discovery Queue stickers, maybe craft a few badges – just do it before the sale ends on July 10th!https://t.co/4TuWeBEkZO pic.twitter.com/dNjh9V2eEp
— Steam (@Steam) June 26, 2025
Top 5 Unmissable Deals
Battlefield 1 (95% off → $1.99)
The WW1 shooter’s Operations mode delivers immersive trench warfare, praised for its atmospheric battles and multiplayer resurgence. At 95% off, it’s one of Steam’s most aggressive discounts.
Borderlands 3 (95% off → $2.99)
Despite mixed story reviews, this looter-shooter’s 10+ million guns and chaotic co-op make it a steal. Perfect for fans craving grind-heavy action.
DOOM (2016) (80% off → $3.99)
The franchise reboot that redefined gory FPS combat. Slay demons on Mars for less than $4—a masterclass in adrenaline-pumping gameplay.
Marvel’s Guardians of the Galaxy (90% off → $5.99)
Join Star-Lord’s crew in this narrative-driven adventure. With the MCU’s decline, this deal offers a refreshing, self-contained galaxy romp.
Death Stranding Director’s Cut (60% off → $15.99)
Just below $6 but too good to skip: Kojima’s surreal delivery simulator, enhanced with new content. Ideal prep for Death Stranding 2’s upcoming PC launch.
Other Notable Steals
- Star Wars Battlefront II ($4, 90% off): Resurgent multiplayer community
- Crash Bandicoot N. Sane Trilogy ($4, 90% off): Three remastered platforming classics
- The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt ($8, 80% off): Still the gold standard for RPGs
- RoboCop: Rogue City ($5, 90% off): Surprisingly deep action homage
Pro Tips for Smart Shopping
Wishlist Warfare: Filter your Steam wishlist by “Discount %” to spot hidden deals.
Prime Day Synergy: Amazon Prime Day (July 8–9) overlaps with this sale—expect PC hardware discounts to upgrade your setup.
Mobile Play: Many discounted indies (R.E.P.O., Schedule I) stream well to phones via Steam Link.
Avoid Glitches: Early sale traffic crashed wishlists—try browsing during off-peak hours.
Controversies & Criticisms
Some users lament the loss of flash sales, calling this year’s event “wack” due to predictable discounts. Others reported initial glitches with prices not loading, though these were resolved within hours. Valve’s shift to daily stickers (via Discovery Queue) instead of trading cards also drew ire.
Final Call: Deals end July 10 at 10 AM PST. Missing Battlefield 1 at $1.99 is a war crime.
