The Steam Winter Sale is now live, offering massive discounts on hundreds of games. If you missed out on grabbing your favorite titles during the Summer or Autumn Sale, Valve is giving you one last chance to save big before the year ends. For Steam Deck owners looking to try new games without breaking the bank, we’ve got you covered. The Winter Sale features several great titles priced under $5, and we’ve handpicked the best ones worth checking out.
It is important to keep in mind that the following games are either Verified or Playable on the Steam Deck. Verified titles run smoothly out of the box. On the other hand, Playable games require some tweaks for smooth performance.
Best Steam Deck Games under $5 in the Winter Sale
To help you see exactly how much you’re saving, we’ve included both the original and discounted prices. On top of that, we’ve also mentioned the Steam Deck compatibility of each game. With that said, here are the best Steam Deck games available for under $5 during the Steam Winter Sale.
| Game | Original Price | Discounted Price | Steam Deck Compatibility |
| Dying Light | $19.99 | $3.99 | Verified |
| Firewatch | $19.99 | $1.99 | Verified |
| Mass Effect: Legendary Edition | $59.99 | $4.79 | Playable |
| Sid Meier’s Civilization VI | $59.99 | $2.99 | Playable |
| State of Decay 2: Juggernaut Edition | $29.99 | $2.99 | Playable |
| Metro Exodus Gold Edition | $39.99 | $3.99 | Playable |
| Need for Speed Heat Deluxe Edition | $69.99 | $3.49 | Playable |
| The Elder Scrolls Online | $19.99 | $4.99 | Playable |
| DOOM | $19.99 | $3.99 | Verified |
| Grim Dawn | $24.99 | $2.49 | Playable |
All of the games mentioned above will keep you attached to your Steam Deck’s screen for weeks or months, depending on how much time you spend in them. For instance, Dying Light’s main campaign can be completed in around 18 hours, while 100% completion can take up to 62 hours. On the other hand, if you’re looking for a shorter experience, then Firewatch can be completed in just 5 hours.
In any case, do keep in mind that the Steam Winter Sale will conclude on January 2. So, you have around 13 days to grab whatever you want at a discounted price.
