Steam’s Winter Sale isn’t here yet, but Epic Games and GOG have already kicked off theirs, including some free DLC
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Video games can be expensive, which is why many people wait for sales events to grab whatever they want at discounted prices. Thankfully, Steam hosts different sales events throughout the year, which offer discounts on hundreds of titles. Most recently, we saw the conclusion of the Autumn Sale, but that didn’t stop some games from staying dirt cheap.
Next up on the calendar is the Steam Winter Sale which is due to kick off on December 19th. If you can’t wait for it to arrive, maybe you should consider checking out Epic Games and GOG, as the pair of them have already launched their Winter sales events – the perfect opportunity to buy if you’re open to purchasing from platforms outside of Steam.
Best games to get during the Winter sales
Both stores are currently offering discounts on a big collection of titles. The discounts vary for each game, with some being only 5% off, while others are discounted by as much as 90%. On top of that, we’re also seeing some discounts on new releases and Epic Games is giving away a bunch of add-on (DLC) packs for free.
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In any case, here are the best games to consider during the Epic Games and GOG Winter Sale. Keep in mind that the Epic Games sale lasts until January 9, while GOG's discounts will end on January 3, 2025.
| Game | Discounted price | Original price |
|---|---|---|
| Dragon Age: The Veilguard – Epic Games Store | $38.99 | $59.99 |
| Red Dead Redemption – Epic Games Store | $39.99 | $49.99 |
| Frostpunk 2 – Epic Games Store / GOG | $35.99 | $44.99 |
| Star Wars Outlaws – Epic Games Store | $45.49 | $69.99 |
| Hogwarts Legacy – Epic Games Store | $14.99 | $59.99 |
| Alan Wake 2 – Epic Games Store | $24.99 | $49.99 |
| Days Gone – Epic Games Store | $12.49 | $49.99 |
| The Last of Us Part I – Epic Games Store | $29.99 | $59.99 |
| Dying Light 2 Stay Human – Reloaded Edition – Epic Games Store | $23.99 | $59.99 |
| EA Sports FC 25 – Epic Games Store | $27.99 | $69.99 |
| Dishonored 2 – Epic Games Store / GOG | $2.99 | $29.99 |
| Stalker: Call of Pripyat – GOG | $4.99 | $19.99 |
| Middle-earth: Shadow of Mordor Game of the Year Edition – GOG | $4.99 | $19.99 |
Epic Games is giving away free DLC
Epic Games is also running a number of giveaways which you can check out the details of here. We’ve compiled a list of the games eligible for a Holiday giveaway at the time of writing:
- RAWMEN: Food Fighter Arena – RAWMEN Seasoning’s Greetings Bundle
- Idle Champions of Forgotten Realms – Grymforge Karlach Party Pack
- Disney Speedstorm – Monochromatic Pack – Racer Olaf
- Asphalt 8 – Car Racing Game – Bugatti Divo and Dash Diva Avatar
- World of Warships – World of Warships – Emden Mega Resource Pack
- Neverwinter – Neverwinter Epic Starter Pack
- Star Trek Online – Star Trek Online Epic Starter Pack
- Path of Exile – Winter Dragon Footprints
Should you wait for the Steam Winter Sale instead?
While the discounts during the Epic Games and GOG Winter Sales are worth checking out, we recommend waiting a few days for the Steam Winter Sale to go live. That way, you can compare and contrast which platforms are offering the better deals.
It’s possible that Steam may end up offering better discounts – and it certainly has a bigger collection of games. So, if you're looking to expand your library, we think it’s better to wait. You can also always check out bundle deals from the likes of Humble Bundle and Fanatical if you want to save big this Holiday season.
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