Steam is the undisputed king of PC game sales, making its seasonal discounts highly anticipated events. Savvy gamers often plan their purchases well in advance, and thankfully, Valve usually gives us a heads-up. While we've known about the first half of 2025's sales and festivals for a while, Valve has now officially unveiled the schedule for the second half of the year.
Image: steamcommunity.com
Image: steamcommunity.com
To help you navigate the upcoming Steam events, remember that they fall into three main categories:
Seasonal Sales: These are the big guns, boasting the widest selection of discounted games, often including major AAA titles.
Themed Festivals: These events spotlight specific genres or gaming aspects, offering curated selections of discounted games within a particular niche.
Next Fest Events: Focus on demos and wishlisting, allowing you to try upcoming games before release and add them to your wishlist.
With this complete schedule from Valve, you can now strategically plan your game purchases. If a game you're eyeing falls within a genre slated for an upcoming sale, holding off might save you some serious cash. After all, a great game is even better when it's a bargain!
