Quick Take
- Steam Summer Sale runs through July 10 with thousands of games marked down.
- These 10 picks all come in under $10 and hold up in 2025.
- Includes action, horror, platformers, and one superhero surprise.
Best Games Under $10 During Steam Summer Sale
The Steam Summer Sale is here again, and that means one thing: backlogs are about to grow. With discounts cutting as deep as 95%, it’s easy to get lost in bundles and franchise collections. But if the goal is to spend wisely, stay focused. For under ten bucks, there’s a surprising amount of quality on the table especially from titles that have aged well or recently hit new peaks thanks to updates, Steam Deck support, or modding communities.
Here are ten games under $10 worth grabbing before the sale wraps up on July 10.
1. Star Wars Battlefront II: Celebration Edition
$3.99 (90% off) | Get on Steam
This version of DICE’s 2017 team shooter includes every cosmetic released through its post-launch era. While EA moved on from new content years ago, the game’s player base continues to surge during big sales. Galactic Assault and Capital Supremacy are still the core modes worth jumping into, and modders have kept the experience fresh for PC players. The single-player campaign remains forgettable, but as a large-scale multiplayer shooter, it still delivers spectacle.
2. Little Nightmares II: Deluxe Edition
$3.99 (90% off) | Get on Steam
A short but rich horror puzzle-platformer that stands out for its atmosphere and subtle storytelling. Playing as Mono, with Six as a companion, the game pulls players through a series of grim, oversized environments that feel both nightmarish and grounded. The Deluxe Edition includes the full soundtrack and artbook, adding value for anyone who wants to dive into its worldbuilding. It’s Steam Deck verified and runs well on lower-end machines.
3. Marvel’s Guardians of the Galaxy
$5.99 (90% off) | Get on Steam
It didn’t sell the way Square Enix hoped, but this single-player superhero story got nearly everything right. The writing leans heavily into banter and found-family tropes, but the real surprise is how well the combat, soundtrack, and decision-driven narrative hold up. At under $6, this is one of the best narrative-driven action games on the sale. And it runs great on Steam Deck, too.
4. Beyond: Two Souls
$1.99 (90% off) | Get on Steam
Quantic Dream’s most divisive game is also its most accessible during this sale. The supernatural narrative follows Jodie Holmes (Elliot Page) through fragmented timelines, with a companion spirit named Aiden always nearby. The controls can feel dated, and the pacing occasionally drags, but for fans of cinematic games, it’s a worthwhile experience at this price point. Includes full controller support and a duo mode for local co-op play.
5. Outlast 2
$1.99 (90% off) | Get on Steam
A sequel that didn’t reinvent the wheel but expanded the setting. Set in a backwoods cult compound, Outlast 2 sticks to its formula of night vision cameras, disturbing imagery, and fleeing rather than fighting. It’s darker and more divisive than the first game, but still one of the better psychological horror titles in this price tier. Plays well on Steam Deck, though headphones are advised.
6. Crash Bandicoot N. Sane Trilogy
$3.99 (90% off) | Get on Steam
Three remastered classics from the PS1 era, rebuilt from the ground up with modern visuals and tighter controls. The N. Sane Trilogy includes Crash 1, Crash 2, and Warped, and while difficulty spikes remain (especially in the first game), the collection offers a lot of platforming value. It runs smoothly on PC and handheld, though players on keyboard may want to plug in a controller.
7. Borderlands 3
$2.99 (95% off) | Get on Steam
Borderlands 3 was bloated at launch but has aged into something more stable. The base game now includes years of balance updates and quality-of-life improvements. The writing still splits opinion, but the gunplay and loot loop remain sharp. For under $3, this is a full-scale looter shooter that runs well and still supports co-op play. Grab it solo or pair it with a friend.
8. Civilization VI
$2.99 (95% off) | Get on Steam
Firaxis’ flagship strategy game has seen ups and downs, but the core experience remains strong. The base game is heavily discounted, and while expansions like Gathering Storm and Rise and Fall add depth, vanilla Civ VI still delivers the loop: expand, exploit, exterminate, then do it all over again. It supports cross-platform cloud saves and is playable on the Deck, though long sessions can drain battery quickly.
9. Jurassic World Evolution 2
$2.99 (95% off) | Get on Steam
Frontier’s dino park sim leans more into chaos than realism, and that’s part of the appeal. The sequel improves on the first with smarter AI, better management systems, and a surprisingly long campaign. You can build your own prehistoric zoo or just unleash chaos with sandbox tools. It’s also Steam Deck Verified and supports mods.
10. F1 Manager 2024
$10.49 (70% off) | Get on Steam
Just barely over the $10 line but worth including. The latest entry from Frontier adds a full Create-A-Team mode, revamped staff morale systems, and mechanical failures during races. It’s not just about setting strategy — it’s about managing personalities and long-term success. Great for anyone into simulation and motorsport, and still playable on mid-range systems or Deck.
Final Thoughts
The Steam Summer Sale continues through July 10. Prices will reset after that, and many of these discounts likely won’t return until winter. Every game on this list offers real value under $10. And not just because they’re cheap, but because they still hold up today. Whether it’s your first playthrough or a return visit, this is a solid time to fill in the gaps.
